Texas Ranked Third-Worst State to Move to in 2024, Study Finds

• Despite its appeal to some, Texas ranks 49th overall out of 51 places.
• Low scores across the board, except for "quality of life."
• California, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Alaska make up the rest of the bottom five.

The Study

ConsumerAffairs analyzed all 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C., on five factors: affordability, economy, education and health, quality of life, and safety.

Texas scored poorly, despite its reputation and historical migration trends.

Texas' Rankings

• Overall: 49
• Affordability: 41
• Economy: 37
• Education and Health: 51
• Quality of Life: 16
• Safety: 38

Why is Texas Unattractive?

The Lone Star State has long lured residents with low taxes and a strong job market. However, the study suggests there's more to a desirable location than these factors. Texas scored poorly on education and health, and only "quality of life" saved it from the bottom spot.

Southern States Struggle

Texas isn't alone; no Southern state made the top 10. California, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Alaska join Texas in the bottom five.

The Top Five States

1. Utah
2. New Hampshire
3. Idaho
4. Minnesota
5. Massachusetts

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URLs:

• https://www.consumeraffairs.com/movers/#editorial
• https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2023/03/texas-population-passes-the-30-million-mark-in-2022.html#:~:text=From%202000%20to%202022,%20the%20state%20gained%209%2C085,073%20residents