moving to texas chart

 

There was an article in the Houston Chronicle recently that talked about how many people moved to Texas between July, 2007 and July 1, 2008.  As you can see on the chart to the left, Texas lead the nation in terms of the number of people moving here.

The article also talks about where people are coming from.  Many are leaving economically depressed states like Florida and Michigan.  I wouldn't be surprised if some who are leaving Florida are just sick of the hurricane risk and high homeowners insurance premiums thanks to hurricanes.

People also came to Texas because during the time period discussed in the article because of the state's economy.  Texas had jobs and was creating more.  That has slowed and will probably slow more as the national economy affects Texas more.  Lower energy prices will also cause a drop in job growth.

People have been moving to Austin, TX for many reasons.  Jobs have brought people here.  With the hills, lakes, golf and warm winters, Austin is also a great second home market.  Others have been retiring here.

Read the article here.

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