Hey Mike, I can't comment on why people want to leave but for someone who has been living in hot muggy florida the last 20 years, I can tell you we are ready for a move. Utah appeals to me for the 4 seasons, snow and low humidity (plus mountains). I'm thinking of retiring early and cashing in my 401k to put a downpayment on a home out there since my wife still works but I really want to find something with at least 2-3 acres of land.