Why did people move from the Rust Belt to Sunbelt?

Why did people move from the Rust Belt to Sunbelt?

Many people preferred the warmer climate and sunshine of the South-the Sunbelt-than the colder temperatures and snow of the North-the Rustbelt. Mass migration occurred as people moved to more desirable locations.

What was the Sunbelt migration?

Following World War II, the U.S. population began to shift from older northern cities and toward the Sunbelt, a region consisting of about 15 states in the south and southwestern United States.

When was the migration to the Sunbelt?

Between 1970 and 1990, the South grew in population by 36 percent and the West by 51 percent, both well above the national average. Large in-migration, along with a high birth rate and a decline in out-migration, all contributed to rapid growth of both the Sun Belt's population and manufacturing activities.

Why did many Americans migrate to the Sunbelt ‘?

People moved to the Sunbelt because of the moderate winters modern innovations like air conditioning and the increasing availability of jobs.