These States Are Taking The Most People From New York

New York State lost over 121,000 residents. A new report reveals where they’re all heading and why they left.

The latest census data showed that 121,000 New Yorkers left the Empire State in 2024.

Where Are New Yorkers Moving To?

According to United Vans, in terms of moving out, New York State ranked third on the list of states with the most people leaving in 2024.

Top Reasons Why New Yorkers Are Fleeing

The study found the top reasons people left New York State were:

• Family: 25.9%
• Retirement: 20.8%
• Job: 15.7%
• Lifestyle: 12.4%
• Cost: 7.5%
• Health: 3.2%

Top 5 States New York State Residents Are Moving To

Based on census data, these are the top 5 states New Yorkers are moving to

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New York's Population Actually Grew

What's interesting is that despite around 121,000 New Yorkers leaving the Empire State, New York's overall population actually grew in 2024 by 129,881.

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These States Are Sending The Most People To New York State

Many people from Florida and Texas recently moved to New York, but those aren't even in the top 3 of states sending the most residents to New York

Below are the states sending the most residents to New York

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