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Incentives Spur 15 Million Young Americans to Rural Relocation

8/6/2026

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Young Americans are moving from large cities to rural towns because of high housing costs and incentives.
Stora’s 2025 report said 15 million moved for affordability, with 88 % seeking cheaper housing and 76 % attracted to nature.
MakeMyMove CEO Evan Hock said his firm helped 5,000 families relocate to 200 communities, with towns spending $5,000-$10,000 per family.

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Young Americans are moving from large cities to rural towns because of high housing costs and incentives.
Stora’s 2025 report said 15 million moved for affordability, with 88 % seeking cheaper housing and 76 % attracted to nature.
MakeMyMove CEO Evan Hock said his firm helped 5,000 families relocate to 200 communities, with towns spending $5,000-$10,000 per family.