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Joe Robison

Joe Robison

Joe Robison is a data reporter for moveBuddha.com. Joe writes about moving statistics, population trends, economics, and current events.

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Why are People Leaving Illinois? Illinois Exodus Migration Report 2023

European immigrants poured into Illinois in the 19th century, followed by African Americans in the 20th. But Illinois’s popularity is over. Today, more Illinoisans are leaving than moving in. Behind just New Jersey and California, the state ranks 3rd for outmigration. In an era of railroads and steamships, Chicago sat at the crossroads of the […]

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2021-2022 North Carolina Migration Report by moveBuddha

First in Flight isn’t just a reference to the Wright Brothers’ famous liftoff in the world’s first airplane. It’s also true of today’s Americans who overwhelmingly leave other states on a quest to make warm, affordable North Carolina their new home. From the beach to the mountains, and two kinds of barbeque, newcomers here can truly have it all.

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Garden State Exits: the moveBuddha 2022 New Jersey Migration Report

Tiny but densely populated, the Garden State is often misunderstood for its famous gambling scene and reality TV. But really, New Jersey is perfectly positioned for those who want proximity to NYC or who work in Philly. It’s packed with scenic countryside, 130 miles of beaches, and one of the most diverse populations in the nation. Yet, according to moveBuddha’s turn of the year move survey, 42% of Jersey-based respondents said they were looking to move out of state. So, why are locals looking to leave, and where do they want to go?

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Follow Me to Tennessee: The moveBuddha 2021-2022 Tennessee Migration Report

From the natural splendor of the Great Smoky Mountains and the Tennessee River Gorge to the cultural cache of the Grand Ole Opry and Elvis’ Graceland, Tennessee has got it going on, baby. The state has seen a recent steady inflow of West Coasters, retirees, and country music fans looking for a change of (more affordable) pace. Here we spotlight the Tennessee metros, cities, and small towns that are attracting these newcomers.

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Desert Dreams: The moveBuddha 2021-2022 Arizona Migration Report

Historical Wild West, the grandeur of the Grand Canyon, spiritual Sedona — Arizona has it all. Since the advent of air conditioning, the state’s affordable living costs and temperate winters have attracted snowbirds and retirees. Today, across the dense urban areas, there’s been a boom of new residents across all demographics and a number of businesses moving in making it one of the most popular sunbelt moving destinations in the nation.

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2023-2024 Florida Migration Report by moveBuddha

Americans have been moving to the Sunshine State in droves over the past few years. Retirees and a new generation of tech workers are diversifying the land that was once primarily alligators and citrus groves. We wanted to know which states are fueling the growth, and which cities are seeing surges of new resident growth?

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Lone Star Migration: The moveBuddha 2024 Texas Migration Report

With explosive growth across the Lone Star state, Texas is clearly a beacon attracting both businesses and individuals nationwide. Urban metros are overflowing with newcomers flooding historically off-the-radar towns. Which Texas cities are especially popular to move to in 2024? 

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