In the vast landscape of migration and growth, Texas emerges as a heralding beacon. The state retains the crown for the largest number of movers in one-way U-Haul equipment in 2023, its third consecutive year at the helm of the U-Haul Growth Index. The rise of do-it-yourself movers accounting for more than half of all one-way U-Haul traffic in and out of Texas cements The Lone Star State’s position as the leading growth state.
Notably, three Texas hotspots — Austin, College Station-Bryan, and Dallas — sat proudly among the top ten mover destinations of the past year, with Austin nailing the fifth spot and Dallas securing the ninth place.
It’s essential to note, as U-Haul points out, that its migration trends don’t directly mirror population or economic growth. However, the U-Haul Growth Index does offer a meaningful measure of a state or city’s appeal in attracting and maintaining residents.
The flow of people to the Texas metros can be an indicator of many factors – the jobs market, the real estate market trends, or the overall economic health of the area. As U-Haul’s press release suggests, the index helps point towards the future areas of growth, housing demand, and potentially investment opportunities in commercial real estate. For the original report, visit [here](https://www.recenter.tamu.edu/news/newstalk-texas/?Item=30414).