in-migration
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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
California experienced a net outflow of U-Haul users with an in-migration of 49.4%, and those leaving of 50.6%.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 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
The need for continued in-migration is especially acute because deaths in Oregon now outnumber births.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 11, 2022
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