It’s no secret how popular of a destination Florida has become in recent years for many across the nation. But what about those moving within Florida?

That’s what moveBuddha took a look at with its latest study released on Monday.

According to that study, the No. 1 pick for Floridians relocating within the state is Central Florida’s very own City Beautiful — Orlando.

In addition, the study found that the most popular move route within Florida was Miami-to-Orlando.

“Orlando boasts a lower cost of living (home costs are a whopping 42% less than in Miami) and a new high-speed rail connection between the two cities,” the study reads. “That means that everyone from remote workers seeking to save, to families looking to upsize their living spaces, can find Orlando a compelling alternative to South Florida’s density and price tag.”

While the pandemic brought a huge swath of people into Florida, researchers said that recent moving trends indicate a sizable slowdown.

“Instead of massive migration, the Florida of 2025 is seeing local surges and state-wide tradeoffs,” the report continues. “The people who are leaving? They’re a little more selective. Those who are coming? They’re more intentional. Overall, the state isn’t emptying, but it is shifting and evening out.”

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