EVANSVILLE, IN – Americans continue to migrate westward and move out of the Rust Belt states, according to Atlas Van Lines’ 2007 Migration Patterns study. Washington, D.C. had the highest percentage of inbound traffic for the second straight year, and Ohio had the highest percentage of outbound traffic.

Migration patterns also show that Florida has lost its allure, while California has picked up steam. For the second year in a row, Atlas Van Lines moved more residents out of the state of Florida than into it, and California recorded more inbound moves than outbound moves for the first time since 2001.

“Atlas’ migration study reflects the movement of the nation and identifies thriving hot spots in America,” said Greg Hoover, senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Atlas World Group. “Overall, the number of household goods moves was down for the industry, as the post-Katrina exodus from Louisiana into the surrounding states leveled off and the housing market continued to stagnate. Real estate costs undoubtedly influenced migration patterns this year as well.”

For the full results of the migration survey and to view a map, visit www.atlasworldgroup.com/migration.