According to the latest U-Haul migration trends report, North Carolina was named the #1 U.S. Growth State for 2015, followed by Virginia in the #2 spot. Florida, California and Washington also made the list among the top ten. Here are some of the details of the report from U-Haul.
North Carolina bested Virginia for top growth honors, posting the biggest net gain of one-way U-Haul truck rentals entering the state versus the number leaving the state during the past calendar year.
Ohio, Florida and California round out the top five. The migration trends data was compiled from more than 1.7 million one-way U-Haul truck rental transactions that occurred in 2015.
“I am not surprised to hear North Carolina is the No.1 top growing state,” U-Haul Company of Central North Carolina president Jason Grider said. “North Carolina is a great state to live and work. I think people are drawn to the state because of the strong economy and job opportunities, the climate, and the diversity of the people and state as a whole.
“From the Atlantic Coast to the lakes and Appalachian Mountains, we have much to offer and opportunities for everyone. The growth is not limited to certain areas. We have seen tremendous growth all over the state.”
A diverse business sector and renowned academic research institutions are just a couple of ways North Carolina has lured families, students, young professionals and companies.
