Texas leads the nation in supplying new residents to other states
January 22, 2026
Texas has become the top source of new residents for nine other states, despite its own population growth. The U.S. Census Bureau released figures showing Texas as the leading source of residents moving to states like Alaska, California, and Oklahoma. With 31 million residents, Texas gained 2.1 million people between 2020 and 2024. Other populous states like California, Florida, and New York also contributed significantly to interstate migration. Factors such as job opportunities and rising real estate costs in states like Florida may influence these moves. The Census Bureau plans to release new population estimates for 2025 next week.