Portland, Maine is the Most Moved To City in New England

Since before we had cars, people have been moving around the country.  Clearly, this has ramped-up with the development of planes, trains, and cars, but it has always been happening.

In most cases people make moves in order to chase opportunities.  Most people would agree that cities offer far more opportunities than our nation's small towns do.

That's why, when I was younger, the people in my circle really wanted to move to Portland.  This was true when I lived in Houlton, when I went to college in Bangor, and when I was working in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

That's always why the findings of this study does not surprise me that much.

Portland, Maine is One of the Most Moved To Cities in America

According to Move Buddha, Portland was the 4th most moved to city in the country.  It was the most moved to city in New England last year.

They have the move in/out ratio for the city set at 2.84.  If I am reading that correctly, it means that, for every 100 people that leave the city 284 people arrive in the city.

Why Do People Want to Move to Portland, Maine?

Despite the high cost of living, issues with homelessness, and crime, the city still has a vibrant culture.

If you are into live music, the city has some great performance spaces, including the Cross Insurance Arena and Aura.  The city is home to some of the best restaurants in New England and the Old Port features a variety of unique bars.

What Are the Most Moved To Cities in the United States?

Other cities on the list include Rapid City (South Dakota), Idaho Falls (Idaho), Palm Springs (California), Anchorage (Alaska), Ocala Springs (Florida), and Conway (South Carolina).  Wake Forest, North Carolina was the most moved to place in the country last year.