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US Postal Service data has revealed interesting patterns about people migrating from larger US cities to smaller ones during the first five months of 2023. Major metropolises such as Miami, Houston, and Austin have witnessed an outflow of residents, while smaller areas on the outskirts are attracting a growing number of inhabitants. Factors driving this shift include affordable housing and the rise of remote work that enables people to live further from city centers.
Source: Business Insider
The U.S. cities the most people have moved out of since Jan 2023 according to USPS:
— Alex Friedman 🤠(@heyalexfriedman) July 30, 2023
7. Dallas, TX
6. Miami
5. Austin, TX
4. New York City
3. Los Angeles
2. Chicago
1. Houston, TX
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