#17: Arkansas

Inbound moves: 60.2%
Outbound moves: 39.8%

Arkansas, the Natural State, earns the top spot in the 2022 HireAHelper U.S. Migration Report for having the “greatest net gains” in people moving in. In 2021, the United Van Lines National Movers Study confirmed a remarkable trend, with 53% more people choosing Arkansas as their new home compared to those moving out. The state’s allure lies in its beautiful lakes, winding rivers, and rejuvenating hot springs.

Job opportunities, especially in tech, manufacturing, aviation, and agriculture, beckon newcomers. Arkansas offers lower taxes, a budget-friendly cost of living, and a median home price of $128,800, around 8.7% below the national average, with overall living costs 14% less than the national average.