Following Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory, more than half of Kamala Harris voters are reportedly itching to pack up and leave, according to a survey by StorageUnits.com. Of the 1,837 Harris supporters surveyed, over 50% expressed an interest in relocating — though only a fraction are making actual plans. It seems that while many Democrats may talk a big game about fleeing to bluer pastures, real-world considerations like money, family, and the occasional mortgage keep most from following through.
Out of those surveyed, nearly 44% admitted they’d like to move but probably won’t, with personal finances and community ties holding them back. Another 10% claimed they’re seriously considering it, with 5% saying they’ll definitely take the plunge. Among the likely movers, it’s no surprise that Canada tops the list as the preferred destination, followed by the U.K. and Mexico. For the more locally minded, the states of California, New York, and Colorado are the top domestic picks, likely due to their progressive reputations.
According to the survey, Harris voters’ main motivation for wanting to move is concern that a federal abortion ban could be enacted, despite Trump’s repeated insistence on leaving the issue to the states post-Roe. But that hasn’t stopped left-leaning voters from fretting over other issues as well: rising social inequality, threats to progressive rights, healthcare access, and a supposed lack of gun regulation.
Realtor Jo Ann Bauer pointed out that, despite the rhetoric, relocating isn’t always feasible for the average voter. Practical concerns like cost of living, job prospects, and skyrocketing housing prices make relocating a tall order. But for those who are serious about it, the draw of a blue state with friendlier LGBTQ+ laws and fewer abortion restrictions may outweigh the financial burdens.
Not surprisingly, younger generations feel most restless. Gen Z Harris voters lead the pack, with nearly 20% saying they’re planning to leave, in stark contrast to the older generations. Only about 30% of Gen Z respondents said they have “no interest in moving,” proving that, once again, younger voters are the first to vocalize discontent — but it remains to be seen if they’ll actually trade red for blue or simply settle into another election cycle of dramatic proclamations.
