Written By Lauren Thomas
About the Report
MovingPlace is a leading authority on U.S. residential migration trends. With access to millions of verified move records each year, we have the data and expertise to track where Americans are relocating and identify emerging patterns in communities nationwide. Our rankings are based on proprietary data from Porch Group, which tracks detailed move information, including origin and destination ZIP codes, for millions of residential moves across the U.S. each year.
The Hottest ZIP Codes in America is a monthly report that highlights the ZIP codes seeing the most activity. The June 2026 report examines moves that occurred in May 2026.
A ZIP code’s “hotness” is assessed in three ways:
- Move volume per capita: the number of moves with a destination in the ZIP code per 1,000 people.
- Total move volume: the absolute number of moves with a destination in the ZIP code.
- Biggest month-over-month increases: ZIP codes with the largest jumps in moving activity compared to the previous month.
For the purposes of this report, all moves with a destination address within a ZIP code are counted, including those where the move originated in the same ZIP code. This approach captures the total moving activity within each area, reflecting both local and inbound relocations.
Read previous editions of the Hottest ZIP Codes Report in our research hub.
Top 10 Hottest ZIP Codes by Moves per Capita – June 2026
The per-capita rankings reveal the ZIP codes where new residents arrived at the highest rate relative to the existing population.
#1. Port Saint Lucie, FL (34987)
Port Saint Lucie’s Tradition neighborhood remained one of Florida’s busiest moving destinations in May, continuing a run that has seen this community consistently outperform larger Florida markets on a per-capita basis. The area’s combination of resort-style living, new construction inventory, and prices well below South Florida’s coastal markets keeps demand strong among retirees and remote workers alike.
- Moves per Capita: 12.06
- Population: 17,911
- Median Household Income: $90,201
- Median Home Price: $430,100
#2. Aurora, CO (80019)
The eastern Aurora growth corridor continued its strong momentum in May, cementing its position as one of the Denver metro’s most active markets. The combination of new construction, proximity to Denver International Airport, and access to the Anschutz Medical Campus employment hub makes it a compelling destination for households priced out of the metro’s more established neighborhoods.
- Moves per Capita: 12.05
- Population: 6,141
- Median Household Income: $129,154
- Median Home Price: $529,300
#3. Crandall, TX (75114)
Crandall’s continued appearance in the national top 10 reflects the sustained demand for affordable land in Kaufman County as buyers push further east of the Dallas core. New subdivisions along US-175 are offering entry-level prices rare in the broader DFW market, and the area’s relative proximity to the city (under 30 miles from downtown Dallas) makes it viable for commuters.
- Moves per Capita: 11.0
- Population: 7,664
- Median Household Income: $88,013
- Median Home Price: $275,100
#4. Nashville, TN (37228)
The 37228 ZIP covers a stretch of industrial and mixed-use land north of downtown Nashville that is undergoing rapid conversion to residential uses. Its direct proximity to Nashville’s booming downtown employment base and entertainment district makes it a natural extension of the major metro without the higher COL.
- Moves per Capita: 10.2
- Population: 2,351
- Median Household Income: $60,378
- Median Home Price: $494,000
#5. Austin, TX (78701)
Downtown Austin retained its place in the national per-capita top 10 in May, a testament to the ZIP’s continued appeal among high-earning transplants drawn to the city’s technology industry and urban lifestyle offerings. Even as Austin’s overall market has cooled from its pandemic-era peaks, the urban core remains a high-velocity moving destination.
- Moves per Capita: 9.4
- Population: 11,114
- Median Household Income: $162,168
- Median Home Price: $653,600
#6. Lavon, TX (75166)
Lavon’s repeat appearance in the national top 10 underscores the durability of Collin County’s appeal, with lake-adjacent living and DFW metro access continuing to draw buyers from across the region. The community’s rapidly expanding housing stock and improving local amenities have made it one of the more surprising recurring entries on this list.
- Moves per Capita: 9.3
- Population: 6,679
- Median Household Income: $132,101
- Median Home Price: $385,000
#7. Manchester, NH (03101)
The 03101 ZIP encompasses Manchester’s downtown core, a small but dense urban center that has benefited from New England’s broader housing shortage and a wave of remote workers relocating from the Boston metro seeking lower costs and more space. Manchester offers competitive rents and home prices compared to the greater Boston area, while remaining within commuting distance for those who need periodic access to the city.
- Moves per Capita: 9.2
- Population: 3,148
- Median Household Income: $84,434
- Median Home Price: $418,400
#8 (tie). San Antonio, FL (33576)
San Antonio, Florida—not to be confused with its Texas namesake—sits in the fast-growing corridor between Tampa and Ocala. New residential development has accelerated here as Tampa Bay’s suburban growth pressure extends northward along the US-301 and I-75 corridors, bringing buyers seeking land and affordability within range of the larger metro’s job hubs.
- Moves per Capita: 9.0
- Population: 6,415
- Median Household Income: $76,388
- Median Home Price: $330,500
#8 (tie). Surprise, AZ (85387)
Surprise maintained its presence in the national per-capita rankings in May, though at a lower rate than in April, reflecting normal seasonal cooling after spring’s peak activity. The northwest Valley’s long-term growth fundamentals still remain, including land availability, master-planned communities, and relative affordability within the Phoenix metro.
- Moves per Capita: 9.0
- Population: 19,140
- Median Household Income: $98,757
- Median Home Price: $453,800
#10. Sunrise Beach, MO (65079)
Sunrise Beach is a Lake of the Ozarks community that has seen a notable uptick in permanent relocations. Remote work has enabled more buyers to treat lakefront markets like this one as primary rather than vacation destinations. The area offers waterfront living at price points that remain accessible compared to coastal lake markets, drawing retirees and remote workers from Kansas City, St. Louis, and beyond.
- Moves per Capita: 8.5
- Population: 4,240
- Median Household Income: $70,024
- Median Home Price: $349,100
Hottest ZIP Code in Every State – June 2026
Every state has a neighborhood standing out from the rest — the ZIP code that attracted new residents at the highest per-capita rate in May 2026.
Top 10 Hottest ZIP Codes by Total Move Volume – June 2026
While per-capita rankings highlight density of growth, total move volume reveals which ZIP codes attracted the largest absolute number of new residents this month.
#1. New Braunfels, TX (78130)
New Braunfels held the top spot for total move volume in May for the second consecutive month, reflecting the durability of this I-35 corridor city’s appeal. Sustained demand for its mix of Hill Country character, strong schools, and mid-range home prices continues to make it the single highest-volume moving destination in the country.
- Total Move Volume: 384
- Population: 95,787
- Median Household Income: $83,064
- Median Home Price: $296,300
#2. McKinney, TX (75071)
McKinney jumped to the second spot nationally for total move volume in May, driven by continued expansion of master-planned communities along the city’s northern and eastern edges. One of the DFW metro’s most desirable family suburbs, McKinney pairs a highly-rated school district with a charming historic square and relatively accessible home prices for the Collin County market.
- Total Move Volume: 310
- Population: 69,396
- Median Household Income: $132,447
- Median Home Price: $448,500
#3. Leander, TX (78641)
Leander held at #3 nationally for total moves in May, maintaining its standing as one of Austin’s most active receiving markets. With MetroRail access, significant new construction inventory, and school performance that regularly draws families from across the metro, Leander shows no signs of slowing its growth.
- Total Move Volume: 306
- Population: 93,399
- Median Household Income: $135,024
- Median Home Price: $453,100
#4. Winter Garden, FL (34787)
Winter Garden remained in the national top 5 for total moves in May, a position it has occupied consistently. The community’s combination of a beloved historic downtown, proximity to Orlando’s employment centers, and some of the region’s top public schools keeps it a perennial high-demand market on Florida’s west side of Orange County.
- Total Move Volume: 285
- Population: 93,064
- Median Household Income: $120,365
- Median Home Price: $475,000
#5. Washington, DC (20002)
Capitol Hill’s 20002 ZIP returned to the top 5 nationally for total move volume in May, a reflection of the corridor’s enduring appeal and the sustained activity of DC’s urban rental and ownership markets. Strong proximity to federal and nonprofit employment, combined with the H Street NE neighborhood’s retail and dining scene, keeps this one of the East Coast’s most active moving destinations.
- Total Move Volume: 283
- Population: 70,580
- Median Household Income: $120,337
- Median Home Price: $813,700
#6. Pflugerville, TX (78660)
Pflugerville continued its streak as a top-10 total-volume destination in May, bolstered by new residential development that has rapidly transformed this Austin suburb’s landscape. Affordability relative to the Austin core, combined with improving local amenities and access to tech-sector employment along US-130, drives consistent demand.
- Total Move Volume: 271
- Population: 118,437
- Median Household Income: $113,205
- Median Home Price: $369,300
#7. Katy, TX (77493)
The 77493 ZIP covers the rapidly developing northern edge of Katy, where new master-planned communities have added thousands of homes in recent years. Houston’s far west suburb has long been one of the metro’s top-performing family markets, anchored by Katy ISD — one of the largest and most highly regarded school districts in Texas.
- Total Move Volume: 263
- Population: 62,264
- Median Household Income: $118,464
- Median Home Price: $321,900
#8. Chicago, IL (60647)
Logan Square’s entry into the national top 10 for total move volume marks a notable milestone for Chicago and reflects a broader story of continued interest in the city’s northwest side neighborhoods. Relatively affordable by Chicago standards, Logan Square has attracted young professionals and families drawn by its dining scene, transit access, and cultural vitality.
- Total Move Volume: 259
- Population: 85,589
- Median Household Income: $107,060
- Median Home Price: $557,300
#9. Chicago, IL (60657)
The Lakeview/Wrigleyville ZIP rounds out Chicago’s double entry in May’s top 10, a reflection of the neighborhood’s enduring status as one of the North Side’s most in-demand residential corridors. Strong walkability, lakefront access, and proximity to both Wrigley Field and the Red Line keep this ZIP perennially active in Chicago’s rental and ownership markets.
- Total Move Volume: 255
- Population: 71,268
- Median Household Income: $110,939
- Median Home Price: $534,500
#10. Katy, TX (77494)
The 77494 ZIP covers Katy’s established western core, anchored by LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch and surrounded by some of the Houston metro’s most sought-after master-planned communities. Its strong school district, suburban amenities, and relative affordability within the Houston market make it one of the metro’s most consistently active moving destinations month after month.
- Total Move Volume: 253
- Population: 137,213
- Median Household Income: $148,720
- Median Home Price: $450,100
ZIP Codes With the Biggest Changes Since Last Month – June 2026
The following ZIP codes recorded the largest percentage increase in move volume in the last month.
Clinton, SC (29325) led all U.S. ZIP codes with an 80% surge in May move volume relative to April. Michigan was the month’s standout surge state, with Alpena (49707, +61%) and Boyne City (49712, +52%) both cracking the top 5. Mississippi continued its momentum with Jackson (39206, +55%) and Bay Saint Louis (39520, +47%) both in the top 10. California and Illinois each contributed an entry, with Glendale, CA (91203) and Marengo, IL (60152) both posting +46% gains.
What the Data Means
May 2026’s rankings reflect the shift of the spring moving season. The emergence of a tied #1 between a Colorado suburb and a Florida coastal market reflects the dual nature of current migration demand: affordability-driven moves to growing metros and lifestyle-driven moves to amenity-rich communities. The appearance of Chicago in the total-volume top 10 is a notable data point worth monitoring as well, since it may signal early signs of urban re-engagement after years of net outflow.
Texas continues to dominate total volume while its per-capita numbers cool slightly relative to the winter months. This is consistent with normal seasonal patterns in a high-growth state where the denominator (population) is itself growing rapidly. The outsized monthly gains in smaller Southern markets like Clinton, SC; Bainbridge, GA; and Bay Saint Louis, MS, suggest that affordability migration is reaching smaller markets across the Southeast.
Methodology
MovingPlace is a leading authority on U.S. residential migration trends. With access to millions of verified move records each year, we have the data and expertise to track where Americans are relocating and identify emerging patterns in communities nationwide. Our rankings are based on proprietary data from Porch Group, which tracks detailed move information, including origin and destination ZIP codes, for millions of residential moves across the U.S. each year.
To identify the hottest ZIP codes in the U.S., MovingPlace analyzed proprietary data from PGM. The study ranks ZIP codes by moves per capita, highlighting where the highest number of new residents moved in May 2026 per 1,000 current residents. For the total move volume rankings, ZIP codes are ranked by the absolute number of moves with a destination in that ZIP code during the same period.
For the purposes of this report, all moves with a destination address within a ZIP code are counted, including those where the move originated in the same ZIP code. This approach captures the total moving activity within each area, reflecting both local and inbound relocations.
Unless otherwise noted, Median Home Value is sourced from the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
In Partnership With PGM
This migration report used in-depth consumer insights from data provider PGM, part of the Porch Group of companies. PGM’s robust audience data helps businesses reach customers strategically.
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