Push factors are reasons that cause people to leave a place. These reasons can come from difficult or unsafe conditions. They are an important part of migration studies.

War, natural disasters such as floods or droughts, and lack of jobs can lead people to move away. Poor access to services like healthcare or education can also influence decisions. These factors can be social, economic, or environmental.

Push factors are studied using population data, surveys, and migration records. They help explain why people leave certain regions over time.