What states are most people moving to Florida from?

New York leads with approximately 91,000 annual movers to Florida, followed by California (51,000), New Jersey (47,000), Illinois (39,000), and Massachusetts. High housing costs, taxes, and climate are primary motivators.

What are the fastest growing cities in Florida?

According to the 2025 U-Haul Growth Index, Ocala is the #1 growth city in the entire United States. Other top Florida cities include North Port (#2), Kissimmee (#4), Clermont (#5), St. Augustine, Leesburg, and Port St. Lucie.

Why are so many people moving to Florida?

Top reasons include proximity to family (29%), job opportunities (26%), retirement (14%), lower cost of living, no state income tax, warm climate, and lifestyle preferences. Florida ranked #2 nationally for inbound moves in 2025.

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Who's moving to the Sunshine State? Explore interactive migration data showing where people are coming from, the fastest-growing cities, and why Florida remains America's top destination.

U.S. Growth State

8/10

Top Cities in FL

50.6%

Arrivals Rate

+2%

YoY Growth

Where They're Coming From

Top origin states for Florida-bound movers in 2025

New York #1 Source

91,000

Annual movers to Florida

🏠 Housing costs 💰 Taxes 🌴 Climate 👴 Retirement

California #2 Source

51,000

Annual movers to Florida

🏠 Housing costs 💼 Remote work 💰 No income tax

New Jersey #3 Source

47,000

Annual movers to Florida

🏠 Property taxes ❄️ Weather 👴 Retirement

Illinois #4 Source

39,000

Annual movers to Florida

💰 Taxes ❄️ Weather 💼 Jobs

Top Florida Growth Cities

U-Haul Growth Index 2025 Rankings

Ocala

Central Florida · Marion County

#1 in USA

North Port

Southwest Florida · Sarasota County

#2 in USA

Kissimmee

Central Florida · Osceola County

Clermont

Central Florida · Lake County

St. Augustine

Northeast Florida · St. Johns County

Leesburg

Central Florida · Lake County

Port St. Lucie

Treasure Coast · St. Lucie County

St. Cloud

Central Florida · Osceola County

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Miami Gardens
Miami Metro · Miami-Dade County
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Miami Gardens: The Smart Alternative

While Miami proper attracts international buyers and high-income transplants, Miami Gardens has emerged as the savvy choice for families and professionals seeking South Florida's lifestyle without Miami's price tag. As Florida's largest majority-Black city, Miami Gardens offers cultural richness, suburban space, and direct access to Miami's world-class job market.

10-15%

Lower than Miami

$1,926

Median 1BR Rent

114K

Population

State Income Tax

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Why People Choose Florida

Top motivations for interstate moves

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29%

Family Proximity

💼

26%

Jobs & Career

🏖️

14%

Retirement

💰

12%

Cost of Living

🌴

10%

Climate & Lifestyle

📋

No Income Tax

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📊 Data Sources & Methodology

This tracker aggregates migration data from multiple authoritative sources to provide the most comprehensive picture of Florida's population movements. Data is updated quarterly with major refreshes following annual releases.

Note: U-Haul data reflects do-it-yourself movers and may not capture corporate relocations or full-service moves. Census data provides broader population estimates but has a longer release lag.

U-Haul Growth Index 2025 U.S. Census Bureau IRS Migration Data United Van Lines Study Miami Association of Realtors

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