More out-of-staters say ‘my home’s in Alabama’

Alabama continues to climb lists as one of the most popular places to move.

In a time when the cost of living soars, the Yellowhammer Sate is offering a refreshing change with low property tax rates, historic levels of employment, and ever-increasing affordability. On top of that, the 21 state parks and serene coastal and mountain landscapes offer endless opportunities to enjoy nature.

According to a list compiled by 2020 Census data — Alabama is even winning over families in neighboring states.

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1. Florida

• Moved from Florida to Alabama in 2019: 15,519
• 14.8% of new residents that moved from another state
• No. 10 most common destination from Florida
• Moved from Alabama to Florida in 2019: 15,153

2. Georgia

• Moved from Georgia to Alabama in 2019: 13,993
• 13.4% of new residents that moved from another state
• No. 6 most common destination from Georgia
• Moved from Alabama to Georgia in 2019: 14,169

3. Tennessee

• Moved from Tennessee to Alabama in 2019: 9,970
• 9.5% of new residents that moved from another state
• No. 3 (tie) most common destination from Tennessee
• Moved from Alabama to Tennessee in 2019: 6,294

4. Texas

• Moved from Texas to Alabama in 2019: 8,405
• 8.0% of new residents that moved from another state
• No. 20 most common destination from Texas
• Moved from Alabama to Texas in 2019: 8,791

5. Mississippi

• Moved from Mississippi to Alabama in 2019: 4,377
• 4.2% of new residents that moved from another state
• No. 6 most common destination from Mississippi
• Moved from Alabama to Mississippi in 2019: 3,512

Those are the top five exporters of residents to Alabama. Looking at the top 20, it’s easy to find thousands who couldn’t get away from states like California, Colorado, New York, and other states fast enough:

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6. Louisiana
7. California
8. North Carolina
9. Indiana
10. Virginia
11. South Carolina
12. Ohio
13. Pennsylvania
14. Utah
15. Colorado
16. New York
17. Illinois
18. Michigan
19. Washington
20. Kentucky
21. Massachusetts
22. Wisconsin
23. Kansas
24. Alaska
25. Arizona

Whether you’re across the country or right next door, it’s only a matter of time before this list grows as more and more why Alabama is a place to call home.