According to a survey commissioned by StorageUnits.com, more than 50% of voters for Vice President Kamala Harris are considering moving following Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election. The survey, which involved 1,837 Harris voters, found that 44% would like to move but probably won’t, with 5% saying they will definitely move and another 5% saying they probably will. The reasons cited for not moving include personal finances, family, and community ties.
Of those planning to move or seriously considering it, 90% are looking into moving to another country, with Canada, the United Kingdom, and Mexico being the top choices. For those considering moving to another state within the U.S., California, New York, and Colorado were the top three choices. Concerns driving Harris voters to consider relocation include fears of a federal abortion ban, an increase in racial inequality, and the potential overturning of progressive rights.
Abortion access at the federal level was a key concern for many Democrat voters, despite Trump’s statements that he would not enact a federal ban on abortion. Other concerns cited by Harris voters included a reduction in healthcare access, increased social inequality, lack of gun regulation, and the weakening of public education. Some voters may be considering moving to a state that is more aligned with their values on issues such as LGBTQ+ rights and abortion laws.
Among the generations surveyed, Gen Z had the highest number of Harris voters saying they will definitely or probably move, at nearly 20%, compared to Millennials, Gen Xers, and Boomers. Gen Z also had the least number of participants saying they have no interest in moving, at about 30%. This shift in sentiment among younger voters could have implications for future elections and political dynamics in the U.S.
In the 2024 election, Trump won decisively, garnering at least 301 electoral votes over Harris’ 226 and beating her by more than 5 million in the popular vote. The outcome of the election and the concerns driving Harris voters to consider relocation may lead to shifts in political landscapes and migration patterns across the country. As voters grapple with the aftermath of the election, the potential for movement and changes in residency patterns looms large for many.
