U-Haul Migration Data Shows Colorado Growth Slowing

As someone who grew up in Colorado, I love my state. Years ago, my wife and I moved away to pursue a dream. That dream took us to many states and both coasts. Not long after we left, both of us knew where we really wanted to be. Back home in Colorado.

We've been back in Colorado for over a decade now, and sometimes it feels like we never left. We picked up where we left off with friends and family; some of our favorite places are still thriving, and we couldn't be happier.

Colorado Is No Longer a Top Relocation Destination

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In years past, Colorado has been a very desirable place for many families to relocate. Things like jobs and family brought people here in droves. Recently, it seems as if Colorado's luster has worn off, as the Centennial State is no longer a top relocation destination.

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According to UHaul's latest migration trend, Colorado's growth state rank is down to 23. Denver's been ranked at 20th for growth metros, and migration into and out of the state is pretty much dead even at 50 percent, give or take a fraction of a percentage.

What States Are People Moving to the Most?

It appears that many people looking to relocate have a southern frame of mind. The top five states in UHaul's migration trend are all south of the Mason-Dixon Line. South Carolina, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Florida all rank in the top five, with Texas earning the number one spot with a 50.7 influx migration rate.

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See the full report at uhaul.com.