Leaving California for Texas? Mapping where Americans move. – Christian Science Monitor

A number of states saw meaningful outflows, notably with New York and Illinois losing close to 1% of their population (0.9% and 0.8% respectively), according to U.S. census data. Economic factors play a prominent role, many experts say. A search for more affordable housing may have accelerated as the post-pandemic job market allows more opportunities to work remotely. Higher-tax states are also among the places losing population – sometimes with wealthier residents leading the migratory march.