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in-migration

American  
[in-mahy-gray-shuhn] / ˈɪn maɪˌgreɪ ʃən /

noun

in-migrations plural
  1. the action or process of settling in a different part of one's country, region, or territory.


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The total in-migration was between around 2.6 and 2.7 million in 2025, down from a peak of almost 6 million in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 26, 2026

Boise, which Barron’s profiled as its housing market soared in 2021, saw significant in-migration from more expensive metros as white-collar workers sought out greener pastures.

From Barron's Feb. 22, 2026

“The in-migration, the unparalleled growth has changed so many dynamics. It’s a totally transformed state.”

From New York Times Apr. 29, 2024

Illinois was second, with net in-migration to California of around 4,000 people.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 29, 2024

South experiences increased in-migration from around the country.

From Seattle Times Feb. 21, 2023

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