Americans are on the move. In 2024, a total of 25.87 million Americans (or 7.8% of the U.S. population) moved to a new home, whether to buy their first house, to leave the family nest for the first time, or simply to seek a change of scenery. MovingPlace has created a report which looks at the most popular U.S. ZIP codes so far in 2025 by analyzing 6.3 million moves, including the Top 10 Arizona ZIP codes people are moving to in 2025.
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The Top U.S. ZIP Codes People Are Moving To in 2025
- The 6th most popular ZIP code in the U.S. for 2025 is Queen Creek, AZ (85142) with 3,059 moves.
- Arizona claims 10 of the top 100 ZIP codes for inbound moves.
- Cypress, TX (77433) had the highest move count with 3,638, making it the most moved-to ZIP in 2025.
- Suburban growth is accelerating with nearly all of the top inbound ZIP codes are on the edges of metro areas, not in city centers.
- The Sunbelt dominates with Arizona, Texas and Florida home to 9 of the 10 most moved-to ZIP codes in the U.S.
Top 10 Most Popular Zip Codes in the U.S.
| Ranking | Zip Code | City | State | Move Count |
| 1 | 77433 | Cypress | Texas | 3638 |
| 2 | 78130 | New Braunfels | Texas | 3486 |
| 3 | 34787 | Winter Garden | Florida | 3442 |
| 4 | 78641 | Leander | Texas | 3349 |
| 5 | 77493 | Katy | Texas | 3215 |
| 6 | 85142 | Queen Creek | Arizona | 3059 |
| 7 | 80134 | Parker | Colorado | 2961 |
| 8 | 75071 | Mckinney | Texas | 2895 |
| 9 | 95747 | Roseville | California | 2887 |
| 10 | 78253 | San Antonio | Texas | 2883 |
While relocation is nothing new, recent shifts in politics, the climate, and affordability have dramatically shaped where Americans choose to go, making certain areas of the U.S. more popular over the years. The top motivations to move generally include the search for new or better housing, a new job, or to establish an independent household.
To find out which ZIP codes are becoming the most popular among American movers, MovingPlace conducted an analysis using proprietary data from its parent company, Porch Group, Inc. The study examined 6.3 million moves that took place between January and May 31, 2025, revealing which areas are attracting the most new residents
Suburban and exurban areas dominate the list, with places like Cypress and Katy near Houston, Leander outside Austin, and Queen Creek near Phoenix leading the way, pointing to a growing preference for space, affordability, and newer housing options outside dense city centers.
The 10 hottest Arizona ZIP codes
| Zip | City | State Name | Move Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85142 | Queen Creek | Arizona | 3059 |
| 85338 | Goodyear | Arizona | 2829 |
| 85383 | Peoria | Arizona | 2605 |
| 85326 | Buckeye | Arizona | 2283 |
| 85387 | Surprise | Arizona | 2250 |
| 85212 | Mesa | Arizona | 2114 |
| 85138 | Maricopa | Arizona | 1927 |
| 85140 | San Tan Vly | Arizona | 1822 |
| 85255 | Scottsdale | Arizona | 1784 |
| 85032 | Phoenix | Arizona | 1663 |
