More Americans Say Finances Reason for Moving Than Covid Fears
- Pew study shows Covid infection risk was bigger concern early
- Younger adults more likely to move as colleges closed campuses
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Millions of U.S. adults have relocated -- either temporarily or permanently -- during the pandemic, but the reasons for moving have changed over time.
In June, 28% of those who moved due to the pandemic cited the higher risk of being infected with Covid-19 where they had been living as the most important reason, according to a Pew Research Center poll. Just 18% said financial reasons, including job loss.