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The states where people have lived in the same house the longest, and the ones where people are on the move
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points The mobility rate has reached a low of 11. 8 million households changing addresses, a significant decrease from previous years.
A notable trend has emerged in American neighborhoods, with more people staying in their homes for longer periods. The mobility rate has reached a low of 11.2% of households relocating in 2024. This translates to around 14.8 million households changing addresses, a significant decrease from previous years.
The duration of stay varies across states. Some states have residents who stay in their homes for over a decade, while others have residents who move more frequently.
Further details on the states with the longest and shortest durations of stay are available, based on data from the Census Bureau and other sources.
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Category: News Published: August 20, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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