Alaska to Louisiana Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Alaska to Louisiana

ConsAlaska

• Harsh winters
• Remoteness
• High cost of living
• Limited entertainment

ProsLouisiana

• Mild climate
• Urban amenities
• Lower living expenses
• Vibrant nightlife

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Louisiana

• Less natural scenery
• Fewer wildlife encounters
• Humid summers
• Crowded cities

Alaska

• Scenic beauty
• Abundant wildlife
• Outdoor activities
• Low population density

Pros of moving from Alaska to Louisiana

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to mild climate
• Look forward to moving away from remoteness and moving to Louisiana with urban amenities
• Swap the high cost of living in Alaska for lower living expenses in Louisiana
• Get ready for vibrant nightlife in Louisiana

Cons of moving from Alaska to Louisiana

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from scenic beauty in Alaska to live with less natural scenery in Louisiana
• You'll lose out on the pro of abundant wildlife and have to settle for the con of fewer wildlife encounters
• Time to bid farewell to outdoor activities and get used to humid summers in Louisiana
• Swap low population density for crowded cities

Alaska vs. Louisiana: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Alaska to Louisiana, you will be trading the iconic King Crab of Alaska for the equally delicious Gumbo of Louisiana. And while the locals in Alaska rave about their flavorful Reindeer Sausage and sumptuous Fried Halibut, Louisiana residents know they have tasty Jambalaya and Po'boy Sandwich to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Seaweed Salad they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra Gumbo of Louisiana. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Alaska eateries like Simon & Seafort's Saloon and Grill, The Hangar On The Wharf, and Snow City Cafe. After the boxes are unpacked in Louisiana, don't wait too long before making your way to Louisiana's acclaimed eateries like Commander's Palace, Café B, and Willie Mae's Scotch House.

When comparing lifestyles, Louisiana shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Alaska. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Louisiana, compared to what you are used to in Alaska. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Louisiana.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Alaska and Louisiana

• The Cabin and Log Homes architecture that Alaska is known for will be replaced with the French Creole and Colonial architecture typical of Louisiana.
• Compared to Alaska's real estate listings that commonly reference natural views and privacy, Louisiana real estate listings often highlight features like historic charm and proximity to water.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Louisiana is more walkable than Alaska.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Louisiana is more bike-friendly than Alaska.
• Louisiana has more of an urban feel than Alaska.
• Louisiana housing costs are 44% less expensive than they are in Alaska, with a median home price of $199,091 compared to Alaska’s $354,563.
• Over the prior 9 years, home prices in Louisiana have increased by 22% compared to a 34% increase in Alaska.
• Rent in Louisiana is 24.45% more affordable than in Alaska.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Alaska and Louisiana

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Alaska to Louisiana. Louisiana gets 43% more sunshine days than Alaska.
• Louisiana has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Alaska.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes and wildfires in Alaska, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and floods in Louisiana.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Louisiana is 31 degrees warmer than in Alaska.
• The average winter lows are 53 degrees warmer than they are in Alaska.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Louisiana. Louisiana receives 38 more inches of rain compared to Alaska.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Alaska and Louisiana

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Louisiana tend to earn about 37% less than in Alaska
• The COLI in Louisiana will be 28% lower than what you are used to living in Alaska
• Bummer... By moving from AK to LA, you'll now have a state income tax of 2% - 6%
• The affluence in Louisiana is low compared to moderate in Alaska
• The poverty level is high in Louisiana compared to low in Alaska
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Alaska and high in Louisiana

Political and Religious Climate in Alaska vs. Louisiana

• Alaska tends to lean mixed, leaning Republican in its political climate
• Louisiana, on the other hand, is often described as largely Democratic in urban areas and Republican in rural areas
• Louisiana's religious environment can be described as heavily Christian with Catholicism as the predominant denomination, especially in rural areas
• Alaska's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christianity dominant, with a significant unaffiliated population

Education Guide When Moving from Alaska to Louisiana