Alaska to Mississippi Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Alaska to Mississippi

ConsAlaska

• Extreme cold
• High cost of living
• Isolation
• Dark winters
• Limited road access

ProsMississippi

• Milder winters
• Lower cost of living
• More social opportunities
• Plenty of sunlight
• Extensive road networks

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Mississippi

• Less diverse landscapes
• Fewer wildlife sightings
• More conventional lifestyle
• Limited seafood options
• City light pollution

Alaska

• Natural beauty
• Wildlife
• Unique culture
• Fresh seafood
• Clear night sky

Pros of moving from Alaska to Mississippi

• Say goodbye to extreme cold and hello to milder winters
• Look forward to moving away from the high cost of living and moving to Mississippi with a lower cost of living
• Swap the isolation of Alaska for more social opportunities in Mississippi
• Get ready for plenty of sunlight in Mississippi

Cons of moving from Alaska to Mississippi

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the natural beauty in Alaska to live with less diverse landscapes in Mississippi
• You'll lose out on the pro of wildlife and have to settle for the con of fewer wildlife sightings
• Time to bid farewell to the unique culture and get used to a more conventional lifestyle in Mississippi
• Swap fresh seafood for limited seafood options

Alaska vs. Mississippi: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Alaska to Mississippi, you will be trading the iconic King Crab of Alaska for the equally delicious Fried Catfish of Mississippi. And while the locals in Alaska rave about their flavorful Reindeer Sausage and sumptuous Salmon Jerky, Mississippi residents know they have tasty Pulled Pork BBQ and Tamales to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Kelp Salsa they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra Gumbo of Mississippi. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Alaska eateries like Simon & Seafort's, Glacier Brewhouse, and Moose's Tooth Pub. After the boxes are unpacked in Mississippi, don't wait too long before making your way to Mississippi's acclaimed eateries like Mayflower Cafe, The Shed BBQ and Blues Joint, and Walker's Drive-In.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Alaska and Mississippi

• The log cabins and modern architecture that Alaska is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and antebellum architecture typical of Mississippi.
• Compared to Alaska's real estate listings that commonly reference natural views and spacious land, Mississippi real estate listings often highlight features like historic homes and large yards.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Mississippi is less walkable than Alaska.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Mississippi is less bike-friendly than Alaska.
• Mississippi has less of an urban feel than Alaska.
• Mississippi housing costs are 50% less expensive than they are in Alaska, with a median home price of $178,490 compared to Alaska’s $354,563.
• Over the prior 9 years, home prices in Mississippi have increased by 48% compared to a 34% increase in Alaska.
• Rent in Mississippi is 21.41% more affordable than in Alaska.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Alaska to Mississippi. Mississippi gets 43% more sunshine days than Alaska.
• Mississippi has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Alaska.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes and volcanoes in Alaska, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and tornadoes in Mississippi.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Mississippi is 20 degrees warmer than in Alaska.
• The average winter lows are 52 degrees warmer than they are in Alaska.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Mississippi. Mississippi receives 37 more inches of rain compared to Alaska.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Alaska and Mississippi

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Mississippi tend to earn about 40% less than in Alaska
• The COLI in Mississippi is 31% lower than what you are used to living in Alaska
• Bummer... By moving from AK to MS, you'll now have a state income tax of 5%
• The affluence in Mississippi is low compared to moderate affluence in Alaska
• The poverty level is high in Mississippi compared to moderate poverty in Alaska
• In terms of homelessness, it is lower than average in Alaska and high in Mississippi

Political and Religious Climate in Alaska vs. Mississippi

• Alaska tends to lean mixed, leaning conservative in its political climate
• Mississippi, on the other hand, is often described as conservative
• Mississippi's religious environment can be described as highly religious and predominantly Christian
• Alaska's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as multicultural and less religious overall

Education Guide When Moving from Alaska to Mississippi