Cities and States Leading the Passport Renewal Surge

Whether you’re a frequent traveler, a US expat, or a dual citizen, an up-to-date passport is your key to hassle-free travel—and the new online US passport renewal system is a game changer. Searches for “online US passport renewal” surged by 104% in the past month, showing that many Americans are eager to explore this convenient option. But where is interest the highest, and what’s motivating people to renew online?

Greenback Expat Tax Services analyzed search trends across all 50 states and 98 major US cities to pinpoint the hotspots of renewal interest. We also surveyed 1,000 Americans to explore their reasons for applying online and the concerns they have about the new system. 

Key Takeaways

• Based on searches per capita over the past year, Americans most interested in online US passport renewals live in New York (202.6) and New Jersey (192.32).
• Arkansas residents are the least interested in renewing their passports online.
• Residents in Miami, Florida, and San Francisco, California, are the most interested in renewing their passports online.
• 92% of Americans support the online US passport renewal process, and 87% feel it’s safe to use.

Coastal States Lead in Online Passport Renewal Interest

New York, New Jersey, and Washington residents are the most interested in online US passport renewals, while those in Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia are the least.

Top 10 States Searching for “Online US Passport Renewal”

1. New York (202.6)
2. New Jersey (192.32)
3. Washington (154.52)
4. California (149.55)
5. Florida (146.68)
6. Maryland (139.89)
7. Hawaii (133.26)
8. Virginia (126.98)
9. Massachusetts (116.57)
10. Connecticut (116.56)

Bottom 10 States Searching for “Online US Passport Renewal”

Cities Driving the Digital Passport Renewal Trend

Miami, San Francisco, and Orlando residents are the most interested in renewing their passports online, while those in Oklahoma City are the least.

Top 10 Cities Searching for “Online US Passport Renewal”

1. Miami, Florida (945.13)
2. San Francisco, California (447.1)
3. Orlando, Florida (432.3)
4. Atlanta, Georgia (414.06)
5. Seattle, Washington (412.14)
6. Washington, District of Columbia (360.93)
7. New York, New York (314.65)
8. San Jose, California (301.87)
9. Jersey City, New Jersey (297.87)
10. Irvine, California (292.64)

Bottom 10 Cities Searching for “Online US Passport Renewal”

98. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (60.19)

97. Wichita, Kansas (60.18)

96. Mesa, Arizona (67.73)

95. Tulsa, Oklahoma (68.47)

94. Detroit, Michigan (69.22)

93. Indianapolis, Indiana (73.44)

91. Corpus Christi, Texas (75.56)

90. North Las Vegas, Nevada (77.94)

89. Fresno, California (78.29)

88. Bakersfield, California (79.29)

Americans’ Thoughts on Online Passport Renewals

• 92% of Americans support the online US passport renewal process, and 87% feel it’s safe to use.
• More than 1 in 4 are planning to renew passports online in the next 3 months.
• Top concerns surrounding online passport renewal:
  • System glitches or technical issues (39%)
  • Personal data security (37%)
  • Potential identity theft (36%)
• Top reasons for renewing passports online:
  • To feel prepared (43%)
  • Expiring passport (37%)
  • Upcoming holiday travel (25%)

Methodology

We analyzed the search volume for “online US passport renewal” in all 50 states and 98 major US cities in the past year to see which locations are most interested in the new renewal system. We also surveyed 1,000 Americans to explore their perceptions about it.

About Greenback Expat Tax Services

Greenback Expat Tax Services simplifies tax preparation for US expatriates worldwide. Our team of expert accountants combines extensive knowledge with a user-friendly digital platform to deliver hassle-free, accurate tax solutions tailored to your international lifestyle. 

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