Kentucky to Mississippi Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Kentucky to Mississippi

ConsKentucky

• Harsher winters
• Higher cost of living
• Fewer job opportunities
• Limited beaches
• High tax rates

ProsMississippi

• Milder climate
• More affordable housing
• Growing job market
• Coastal access
• Lower tax burden

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Mississippi

• Fewer forests
• Less equestrian focus
• Fewer historical sites
• Limited local spirits
• No ski facilities

Kentucky

• Beautiful landscapes
• Vibrant horse culture
• Rich history
• Diverse bourbon selection
• Ski resorts nearby

Pros of moving from Kentucky to Mississippi

• Say goodbye to harsher winters and hello to a milder climate
• Look forward to moving away from a higher cost of living and moving to Mississippi with more affordable housing
• Swap the fewer job opportunities of Kentucky for a growing job market in Mississippi
• Get ready for coastal access in Mississippi

Cons of moving from Kentucky to Mississippi

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from beautiful landscapes in Kentucky to live with fewer forests in Mississippi
• You'll lose out on the pro of vibrant horse culture and have to settle for the con of less equestrian focus
• Time to bid farewell to rich history and get used to fewer historical sites in Mississippi
• Swap a diverse bourbon selection for limited local spirits

Kentucky vs. Mississippi: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Kentucky to Mississippi, you will be trading the iconic Fried Chicken of Kentucky for the equally delicious Catfish of Mississippi. And while the locals in Kentucky rave about their flavorful Burgoo and sumptuous Hot Brown Sandwich, Mississippi residents know they have tasty BBQ Ribs and Tamales to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegetarian Chili 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 Kentucky eateries like The Brown Hotel, Wallace Station, and Maker’s Mark Distillery. After the boxes are unpacked in Mississippi, don't wait too long before making your way to Mississippi's acclaimed eateries like The Mayflower Cafe, Walnut Hills Restaurant, and The Ground Zero Blues Club.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Kentucky and Mississippi

• The Colonial and Cape Cod architecture that Kentucky is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Antebellum architecture typical of Mississippi.
• Compared to Kentucky's real estate listings that commonly reference garages and big yards, Mississippi real estate listings often highlight features like big yards and porches.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Mississippi is less walkable than Kentucky.
• Mississippi is similarly bike-friendly to Kentucky.
• Mississippi has less of an urban feel than Kentucky.
• Mississippi housing costs are 11% less expensive than they are in Kentucky, with a median home price of $178,490 compared to Kentucky’s $201,332.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Mississippi have increased by 31% compared to a 47% increase in Kentucky.
• Rent in Mississippi is 4.57% more expensive than in Kentucky.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Kentucky to Mississippi. Mississippi gets 12% more sunshine days than Kentucky.
• Mississippi has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Kentucky.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and floods in Kentucky, 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 4 degrees warmer than in Kentucky.
• The average winter lows are 9 degrees warmer than they are in Kentucky.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Mississippi. Mississippi receives 11 more inches of rain compared to Kentucky.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Kentucky and Mississippi

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Mississippi tend to earn about 11% less than in Kentucky
• The COLI in Mississippi will be 5% higher than what you are used to living in Kentucky
• The state income tax in MS is up to 5% compared to 5% in KY
• The affluence in Mississippi is modest compared to moderate affluence in Kentucky
• The poverty level is high in Mississippi compared to a significant level in Kentucky
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Kentucky and moderate in Mississippi

Political and Religious Climate in Kentucky vs. Mississippi

• Kentucky tends to lean generally conservative and votes Republican in most federal races with GOP supermajorities in the state legislature and notable split-ticket voting with a Democratic governor in its political climate
• Mississippi, on the other hand, is often described as strongly conservative and reliably Republican in federal and statewide races with the GOP holding the governorship and legislative majorities
• Mississippi's religious environment can be described as one of the most religious states with a very high evangelical Protestant presence including many Baptists and Pentecostals, frequent church attendance, and a strong role of faith in civic life
• Kentucky's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christian with a large evangelical Protestant and Baptist presence, church involvement above the national average, and faith often influencing community life and policy views

How Much Do Kentucky to Mississippi Movers Cost?

Moving 594 miles from Kentucky to Mississippi will typically cost between $2,500 and $5,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.