Ranking America's States: Where People Are Moving—And Why They’re Leaving

17. New York

New York is a state of contrasts—towering skyscrapers in Manhattan, serene countryside upstate. But no matter where you live, there are challenges.

Bloomberg once reported that nearly 300 people leave New York every day. The reasons? In rural areas, job opportunities are limited, while in the city, the cost of living is sky-high. Finding an affordable place to live in New York City is a struggle, and for many, that’s enough reason to look elsewhere.