Alabama ranked in top 10 of best states to move to by U.S. News & World Report
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According to the U.S. News and World Report, Alabama was one of the most desirable states to move to in 2025 + is home to a couple of the top 50 counties across the entire country.
Our state came in at No. 9 in the rankings, one of five southern states to make the top 10. The study used online search data and accounted for population size to reveal the top 50 state, county and city destinations in the U.S. by their move-in to move-out ratios.
“The Southern region of the U.S. has by far the most sought-after relocation destinations in our research. Mild temperatures, coastal living and year-round outdoor activities are likely driving this interest, though lower costs of living, with more affordable housing, may also factor into this.”
U.S. News & World Report
The top of the list included:
- South Carolina
- Idaho
- Alaska
- North Carolina
- Maine
- Tennessee
- Delaware
- South Dakota
- Alabama
- Arkansas
The report pointed to Alabama’s cost of living and coastal regions as key reasons for the incoming migration.
Alabama counties to move to
Two Alabama counties were listed in the report’s top 25 counties across the country that were the most desirable in 2025.
As usual, Baldwin County’s coast appeal certainly came into play as it came in at No. 15.
On the other end of the state, Madison County isn’t too far behind, ranked at No. 23. Huntsville was the only Alabama city in the report’s top 50, coming in at No. 42.
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