Are jews from other states moving there Yes, there is a massive internal migration happening within the U.S. Jewish community, and the "math" strongly favors South Florida over the traditional hubs of the Northeast. By January 2026, the trend has shifted from "retirees moving south" to "young families and professionals relocating permanently." 🗽 The New York to Florida "Pipeline" The most significant movement is coming from the Tri-State area (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut). The Scale: Since 2022, over 125,000 New Yorkers have moved to Florida, and a disproportionate number of them are Jewish. In Miami-Dade alone, a 2024–2025 study found that one-quarter of all Jewish adults had moved to the area within the previous five years. The "Wait and See" Factor: As of early 2026, realtors in Queens and Nassau County are reporting a "second wave" of interest. Many who stayed during the initial COVID years are now moving due to what they cite as a "deteriorating cultural climate" and rising antisemitism in major northern cities. 🏠 Why Families are Choosing Florida While the "tax math" (no state income tax) is the initial draw, several deeper factors are cementing South Florida as the new "Jewish Capital" of America: Infrastructure: Cities like Boca Raton and Aventura have developed what many call "turnkey" Jewish life. There is a higher density of kosher restaurants, Jewish day schools, and synagogues than in almost any other part of the country. Safety & Politics: Many families moving in 2025 and 2026 cite a "more supportive political environment" in Florida compared to the Northeast. There is a strong perception that Florida is a "safe haven" for Zionism and openly Jewish life. Cost of Community: While Florida's housing prices have risen, the cost of a "Jewish life" (day school tuition, kosher food, proximity to a synagogue) is still seen as more manageable than in Manhattan or Brooklyn. 📊 The Changing Demographic Profile The migration is actually lowering the average age of the Jewish community in South Florida: The Youth Boom: In Miami-Dade, the number of Jewish children grew by 13% in the last study period, outpacing the growth of the adult population. The Orthodox Surge: The most permanent and visible migration is within the Orthodox community. Families from Brooklyn (Flatbush, Crown Heights) and New Jersey (Teaneck, Lakewood) are moving in droves to North Miami Beach, Hollywood, and Boca Raton. The Comparison: Then vs. Now 1990s Thinking: "I’ll move to Florida when I retire at 65." 2026 Thinking: "I’m moving to Florida at 35 so my kids can grow up in a modern, safe, and openly Jewish environment."