Jan 10, 2008

Honest, I closed the gate!

United Van Lines is out with its annual report on who's moving and where they're moving to. Alabama earns a fifth position, with the South overall gaining and the Northeast losing population.



I want it on the record that when I moved from New York City to Birmingham in 1976, I closed the gate. Not my fault if all these Yankees are storming the South. (-:
The United folks report the following inbound vs outbound for Alabama: 2,954 (57.9%) moving into the state, and 2,151 (42.1%) folks leaving Alabama. I suspect the automotive industry growth is responsible. But remember: this report ONLY includes United's customers and there are many movers around.
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  1. Loretta NallFriday, January 11, 2008 6:15:00 AM

    I read not too long ago that by 2012 60% of US residents will reside in the South. I look forward to the change that will come with the influx new people, but I hope that Alabama retains its rural charms.

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