U-Haul Growth Index: Texas Back on Top as No. 1 Growth State of 2025

Core Insights - Texas and Florida are the leading states for in-migration according to the U-Haul® Growth Index for 2025, while California has the highest out-migration for the sixth consecutive year [1] - Texas has reclaimed the title of the No. 1 U-Haul growth state for the seventh time in the last ten years, moving up one position from its previous ranking [1] - South Carolina, which was the leading growth state in 2024, has dropped four spots in the current ranking [1] Migration Trends - The U-Haul® Growth Index analyzes one-way customer transactions, indicating significant migration patterns across states [1] - California's continued out-migration highlights ongoing demographic shifts and potential economic implications for the state [1] - The rankings reflect broader trends in population movement, with Texas and Florida benefiting from in-migration while California faces challenges [1]