The Great Illinois Exodus of 2022: Did Everyone Pack Up and Leave?
Let's face it, Illinois has been through a lot lately. Between those brutal winters and, well, let's just say certain... persistent tax issues, some folks might be wondering if the entire state decided to pack up and head south for permanent margaritas. So, did Illinois become a ghost town in 2022? Let's grab a metaphorical spackle bucket and patch up the truth.
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| How Many People Moved Out Of Illinois In 2022 |
Not Quite a Tumbleweed Tumble, But Definitely a One-Way Ticket Trend
The good news? Illinois didn't exactly turn into a desolate wasteland. The bad news? There was a net population decline, thanks to a phenomenon affectionately known as outmigration (fancy word for people moving out). Estimates suggest around 340,000 people said "see ya later" to Illinois between 2021 and 2022. That's a significant chunk of change, but hey, at least it wasn't a stampede, right?
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Where'd Everyone Go? The Sunshine State Beckons
While we don't have a moving truck GPS for everyone, data suggests Florida might have been the final destination for a good chunk of Illinois emigrants. Apparently, the allure of year-round warmth and questionable gas station sushi was too strong to resist. Other popular choices included Indiana, Wisconsin, and Texas.
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So, why the exodus? That's a complex question with no single answer. Maybe it was the weather, maybe it was the taxes, or maybe everyone just got a sudden craving for cheese curds (looking at you, Wisconsin).
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Important side note: This data is for July 2021 to July 2022. There have been some interesting developments since then, including an influx of migrants from other states.
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But hey, this is all lighthearted fun, right? Let's not forget Illinois has a lot to offer! Deep-dish pizza, world-class museums, and enough corn to fuel a small nation – there's a reason people stay.
FAQ: How to Survive (and Maybe Even Enjoy) Illinois
Alright, alright, so Illinois isn't perfect. But hey, no place is! Here are some quick tips for navigating the Land of Lincoln:
- How to embrace the weather: Layers are your friend. Always.
- How to deal with taxes: Deep breaths and a good accountant.
- How to find the good stuff: Explore local farmers markets, dive bars with character, and independent bookstores.
- How to make friends: Be outgoing, friendly, and ready to discuss the merits of deep-dish vs. thin crust pizza.
- How to (maybe) convince people to move here: Highlight the amazing food scene, cultural diversity, and, well, the fact that it's not THAT bad (seriously).
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