The Intelligence from The Economist Relocation, relocation, relocation: America’s internal migration
Dec 22, 2021
Join Alexandra Sewage Bass, a Senior Correspondent at The Economist specializing in migration, and David Rennie, the Beijing bureau chief offering global insights. They dive into America’s unprecedented internal migration trends, comparing today's shift from cities to suburbs with the 1950s. The discussion touches on socioeconomic impacts and cultural divides, particularly between the northern and southern regions. They also explore the complexities of personal identity and even trace Julius Caesar's historical inaccuracies in France, blending history with modern perspectives.
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Modern American Migration
- Americans are migrating out of large urban centers in a wave not seen since the 1950s.
- This shift is driven by factors beyond the pandemic, including remote work opportunities, high costs, and rising crime in cities.
Migration Destinations
- People are moving from expensive city centers to smaller, more affordable suburbs and exurbs.
- They are also drawn to warmer, low-tax states in the South and Southwest.
Popular Relocation Spots
- The top three zip codes for address changes indicate migration to suburbs of Houston and Austin, Texas, and Jacksonville, Florida.
- These areas offer cheaper housing while maintaining proximity to urban centers.
