Nevada is drawing more people to the state, according to new data from the U-Haul Growth Index.
The state climbed 15 spots to rank No. 20 nationwide, marking a turnaround from its No. 35 ranking in 2024.
“Nevada’s rise in the U-Haul Growth Index shows that people are choosing to stay, work, and build their lives here,” said Governor Joe Lombardo. “My administration remains focused on creating good-paying jobs, expanding attainable housing, and fostering a safe environment where families and businesses can succeed. This progress reflects the stability and opportunity we are working every day to deliver for Nevadans.”
The 2025 U-Haul Growth Index shows Nevada as a net-gain state, with more one-way U-Haul customers moving into the state than leaving.
Arrivals accounted for 50.4 percent of all one-way traffic in and out of Nevada, compared to 49.6 percent departures. While overall migration slowed nationwide, fewer people leaving Nevada helped boost its ranking.
U-Haul officials pointed to steady job opportunities, expanding communities like Henderson, and continued in-migration from California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado as factors contributing to Nevada’s improved performance.
The U-Haul Growth Index tracks migration trends and measures how effectively states attract and retain residents. Nevada’s rise this year makes it one of the largest climbers nationwide in 2025.
