While some leave searching for better opportunities, others just want to get away from all the crowds, like Anaheim. Even though it’s very diverse, the city thrives off tourism since it’s the home of Disneyland, but that also means the hustle and bustle can get a bit much.
California’s high cost of living, from housing to taxes, can also be blamed for Anaheim’s decrease, which totals 5% in the last five years.
Reidsville, Georgia
Reidsville is a small, modest town where you can live reasonably. With a total population of 2,652, it would be a great place to live in if you like being in a tight-knit community where everyone knows you and your business. Apparently, lots of opportunities for rock hunting, whatever that is.
We were hard-pressed to find out why people are leaving Reidsville, 38% since 2010, but maybe it had to do with the fact that it's so incredibly small and just like any other city in Georgia, the only ambitions amongst its residents are to get your grease on.
Ahuimanu, Hawaii
Ahuimanu may be pretty, but it also happens to be isolated, boring, public schools are terrible here. It's quite a rural town that could contribute to its 17% drop in population! Resources are limited here so that could also be why so many people would rather move in search of a more sustainable place.
In recent years locals are leaving the islands in increasing numbers, citing the high cost of living in Hawaii—especially housing costs—and the lack of job opportunities suited to their skills and interests.
Kamiah, Idaho
As you may already know, Idaho has nothing else going for it other than potatoes, while Kamiah might a beautiful town, there's not much else going on, besides a few bars and one restaurant that closes at 4 pm, leaving a lot to be desired. Over the last decade, the population has dropped by 12%.
With all that said, it's still a stunning place to stop through on the way to Montana. There's no traffic - ever - so it's an easy commute around town—beautiful scenery, wildlife everywhere, great fishing and hunting.
Anaheim, California
While some leave searching for better opportunities, others just want to get away from all the crowds, like Anaheim. Even though it's very diverse, the city thrives off tourism since it's the home of Disneyland, but that also means the hustle and bustle can get a bit much.
California's high cost of living, from housing to taxes, can also be blamed for Anaheim's decrease, which totals 5% in the last five years.