More than half of Harris voters want to relocate following Trump win: survey
The aftermath of the 2024 presidential election has left many Vice President Kamala Harris supporters reeling, with more than 50% of voters expressing a desire to relocate following Donald Trump’s victory. A survey conducted by StorageUnits.com shed light on the sentiments of 1,837 Harris voters, revealing their intentions to move and the top concerns driving their decision.
Among those surveyed, 44% expressed a desire to move but are unlikely to do so, while 5% stated definitively that they will relocate and another 5% indicated that they are likely to move. Reasons cited for staying put included personal finances, family obligations, and community connections. However, a significant portion of respondents, constituting 10%, are actively planning a move or seriously considering it.
Interestingly, the survey found that 90% of those contemplating a move are exploring the possibility of relocating to another country, with Canada, the United Kingdom, and Mexico emerging as top choices. For those considering a domestic move, California, New York, and Colorado were the top preferences.
The survey also delved into the primary concerns driving Harris voters’ desire to relocate. Key issues included fears of a federal abortion ban, heightened racial inequality, and potential reversals of progressive rights. Despite Trump’s assurances that he would not impose a nationwide abortion ban and his stance on leaving the issue to individual states post the overturning of Roe v. Wade, abortion access remained a significant worry for many Democratic voters.
Other pressing concerns highlighted in the survey included reduced healthcare access, increased social inequality, lax gun regulation, and a perceived weakening of public education. These factors have contributed to a sense of anxiety and uncertainty among Harris supporters, prompting some to consider moving to states with more progressive policies on LGBTQ+ rights and abortion laws.
Notably, the survey revealed generational differences in relocation intentions, with Gen Z showing the highest propensity to move among all age groups surveyed. Nearly 20% of Gen Z respondents indicated that they would definitely or probably relocate, while only about 30% expressed no interest in moving.
In the wake of Trump’s decisive victory in the 2024 election, where he secured at least 301 electoral votes compared to Harris’ 226 and won the popular vote by over 5 million, the landscape of American politics is undergoing a seismic shift. As Harris voters grapple with the implications of the election results, many are contemplating a change of scenery in search of a more aligned political and social environment.
