Southern Growth Soars as People and Jobs Migrate for Affordability and Freedom
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Southern states like Florida, Texas, Georgia, and the Carolinas have surpassed the Northeast economically due to business-friendly policies like lower taxes and regulations.
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People and businesses are moving south seeking more affordable housing, job opportunities, lower costs of living, and freedom from dense urban areas.
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The South's population grew over 3.6 million from 2020-2023 while the Northeast and Midwest shrank by nearly 500,000 people total.
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Manufacturing and retirement communities have also fueled growth in the South compared to declining unionized manufacturing in the Midwest.
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The South imposed less harsh COVID restrictions, aiding quicker economic recovery compared to left-leaning states with stricter policies.