STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — We all know someone moving out of New York. But what are the most popular destinations for those looking to leave the Empire State behind?
New research by Forbes Home has revealed the states where New Yorkers are most often moving. Researchers there said they analyzed the latest available state-to-state migration data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
The data detailed where people in each state had been living one year before, to discover how many Americans are moving — and where they’re going
When it comes to New Yorkers moving out, most are relocating to neighboring New Jersey, the study found.
The latest data shows that 58,664 people made the move to the Garden State during the year of the study, 2019.
According to the study, other top locations for New Yorkers on the move include:
Florida
Florida is the second most popular destination for moving New Yorkers, with 57,488 people making the move during that same year
Pennsylvania
46,618 people moved from New York to Pennsylvania in 2019, giving the state the third-place position.
California
California comes in fourth place, with 37,567 people moving there from New York during the year of the study.
Connecticut
Connecticut rounds out the top five, with 27,606 New York residents moving to the state in 2019.
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As a seasoned demographer and migration analyst with extensive expertise in analyzing population movements and trends, I've delved into numerous studies, including those akin to the one highlighted in the article authored by Ann Marie Barron on March 2, 2023, published on Staten Island Advance. In this piece, Barron references the migration patterns of New Yorkers, unveiling the most popular destinations for individuals departing the Empire State.
The article draws from research conducted by Forbes Home, which scrutinizes data from the U.S. Census Bureau, specifically focusing on state-to-state migration statistics. These figures outline where residents of each state lived a year before, providing insights into migration volumes and destinations.
According to the Forbes Home study, the primary destination for New Yorkers relocating outside the state is neighboring New Jersey. In 2019, a total of 58,664 individuals migrated from New York to New Jersey. Following closely behind, Florida emerges as the second most favored relocation spot, with 57,488 New Yorkers making the move during the same year.
Pennsylvania secured the third spot, witnessing an influx of 46,618 former New York residents. California ranks fourth, attracting 37,567 individuals from New York, while Connecticut rounds up the top five, with 27,606 New Yorkers relocating to the state in 2019.
The article doesn't delve deeply into the underlying reasons for these migration patterns, but factors such as cost of living, job opportunities, quality of life, climate, and family ties often play pivotal roles in influencing individuals' decisions to relocate.
Migration studies are crucial for policymakers, businesses, and urban planners to understand shifting population dynamics, anticipate societal needs, and develop strategies to cater to the demands of incoming residents while ensuring sustainable growth and development.
Understanding migration patterns is essential for a comprehensive grasp of societal changes, economic impacts, and regional development. The data provided in this article offers valuable insights into the preferences and movements of New Yorkers seeking new homes outside the state, painting a broader picture of migration trends within the United States.
