United Van Lines Migration Study: More People Moving Into Virginia Than Moving Out

The United Van Lines 43rd Annual National Movers Study is out. During 2019, Virginia experienced slightly more people migrating to the state than leaving. 53% of interstate movers coming to the state, with 47% of interstate movers leaving the state.

The majority of incoming movers cited job opportunities as their primary reason for moving to VA; nearly 3 out of every 5 movers. Moving for family was a distance second; only 1 out of every 4 movers came for family.

One interesting stat is the age range of incoming movers. All five age brackets accounted for about one-fifth of incoming movers.

The majority of those leaving Virginia also cited job opportunities elsewhere. Older people were more likely to leave the state than younger people.

The stats from 2019 are similar to the previous year.