#33: Delaware

Inbound moves: 58.2%
Outbound moves: 41.8%

Delaware, often referred to as the Diamond State, sparkled even brighter in 2021 as it cracked the top 10 for inbound moves. The absence of a sales tax in Delaware makes it a cherished destination for out-of-state shoppers. Retirement emerged as the primary motive for people relocating to the state, with those aged 65 or older constituting a significant portion of the inbound population.

U.S. News and World Report rates Delaware favorably in terms of health care, opportunity, and fiscal stability while placing it in the middle of the pack among its neighboring states for education, economy, and infrastructure. However, younger individuals note a lack of entertainment options and limited job prospects as drawbacks.