Hotter and happier: Despite soaring temperatures Americans still flock south to relocate

Americans are still largely moving to sunnier states, particularly those in the Sun Belt although there have been some subtle shifts and a general slowing of the overall migration pace compared to the immediate post-pandemic years.

Recent reports indicate that two-thirds of overall moves in the U.S. are still directed towards states in the Sun Belt. States like Florida, Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia continue to see significant inbound migration.

Affordability and the appeal of warmer weather and more days of sunshine are mentioned as key factors in the moving decision making process, despite the summer temperatures in particular being cited as minor deterrents.

Many of these states and their major cities (e.g., Dallas-Fort Worth, Charlotte, Nashville, Atlanta) are experiencing strong job growth, particularly in sectors like technology, finance, and manufacturing and states, like Florida and Texas, have no state income tax, which is attractive to many movers.

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