Who’s moving to and out of the Phoenix and Tucson regions?

The Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim MSA contributed the most domestic migrants to both Tucson and Phoenix. So, who else is moving to and from the Phoenix and Tucson metros?. As one of the fastest-growing states in the U.S., Arizona continues to draw significant numbers of new residents, reshaping its demographic and economic landscape. According to Public Use Microdata Series (PUMS) 5-year American Community Survey (ACS) data from Integrated Public Use Microdata Series (IPUMS) USA, in 2022 alone, 281,285 individuals migrated to Arizona from other states and the District of Columbia, while 199,673 residents left, resulting in a net domestic migration gain of 81,612. With Arizona ranking 4th for domestic net migration, this influx of new residents highlights the state’s growing appeal to workers and retirees.

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