Who’s Moving To and From Florida?
In the latest Census data (2022), Florida gained about 171,318 more residents from other states than it lost — a net inflow. The most people arrive from New York, and the largest number leaving head to Georgia.
Top states moving into Florida
- New York 70,558
- Georgia 43,163
- New Jersey 35,492
- California 34,619
- Pennsylvania 31,703
Where Florida residents move
- Georgia 47,763
- Texas 35,750
- North Carolina 34,682
- California 24,859
- Virginia 22,734
Net interstate migration: +171,318 more people moved in than out (vs. the other 49 states).
Source: US Census Bureau, ACS State-to-State Migration Flows · as of 2022 · methodology
Where Florida residents go: the biggest destinations are Georgia, Texas and North Carolina. The single largest stream runs to Georgia — about 47,763 people in a year. In total, roughly 455,127 residents left Florida for another state, versus about 626,445 who moved in.
Who moves to Florida: the largest inbound flows come from New York, Georgia and New Jersey, led by New York with about 70,558 arrivals. These corridors tend to reflect geography, job markets, and — increasingly — the gap in taxes and cost of living between the two states.
Why people come: Florida is a net magnet, and its profile explains why — no state income tax let a paycheck stretch further than in the pricier states that feed it. Arrivals from New York and other high-cost states are a large part of the story.
Thinking about joining one of these moves? The honest comparison is your full tax-and-cost picture, not one line of it. A move between Florida and Georgia can change your take-home pay and monthly costs by more than people expect — worth running the numbers before you decide.
Compare Florida with any state in the comparison tool, check your take-home pay and cost of living, or see the national picture in the states Americans are fleeing and the state rankings.
Frequently asked questions
- Are people leaving Florida?
- On net, no — Florida gains more residents from other states than it loses, with a net inflow of about 171,318 in 2022. The most people arrive from New York.
- Which state do most people move to from Florida?
- Georgia is the top destination for people leaving Florida, with about 47,763 moves in the latest year, followed by Texas and North Carolina.
- Which states do people move to Florida from?
- The largest inbound flows to Florida come from New York, Georgia and New Jersey, led by New York with about 70,558 arrivals.