# New York resident migration trends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-york-resident-migration-trends
> Updated: 2026-08-27T00:45:56.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

New York has been ranked last among all 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C., in its ability to attract new residents. A study utilizing Census Bureau data and moving statistics assigned the state a “Mover Attraction Score” of 10.8, significantly lower than top-ranked states like South Carolina.

Data shows New York experienced a net migration loss of nearly 42,000 people between July 2024 and July 2025. The state saw 55,905 residents leave in 2025, representing the second-largest loss in the country. Reported reasons for relocation include high taxes, cost of living, crime, and dissatisfaction with state leadership. Primary destinations for departing residents include Florida, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. 

While Florida is a major destination, some former residents have reportedly expressed regret due to rising costs, insurance rates, extreme weather, and social friction in their new locations.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: New York ranks lowest in U.S. for attracting new residents

New York ranks last in the U.S. for attracting new residents, with many moving to Florida, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania due to high costs and taxes.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-ranks-lowest-in-us-for-attracting-new-residents

### 2026-08-20: New York ranks last in U.S. resident attraction study

A new study ranks New York last in the U.S. for attracting new residents, according to a Mover Attraction Score based on Census Bureau data.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-ranks-last-in-us-resident-attraction-study

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Cite as: New York resident migration trends. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/new-york-resident-migration-trends