Louisiana to Ohio Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Louisiana to Ohio

ConsLouisiana

• Humidity
• Hurricane risk
• Flooding issues
• Fewer tech jobs
• Cajun food only

ProsOhio

• Milder summers
• Less extreme weather
• Safer infrastructure
• Robust job market
• Varied cuisines

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Ohio

• Less diverse culture
• Lacks musical heritage
• Fewer local specialties
• Fewer large festivals
• Fewer historical landmarks

Louisiana

• Rich culture
• Jazz music scene
• Delicious Creole food
• Mardi Gras festivities
• Historic sites

Pros of moving from Louisiana to Ohio

• Say goodbye to humidity and hello to milder summers
• Look forward to moving away from hurricane risk and moving to Ohio with less extreme weather
• Swap the flooding issues of Louisiana for safer infrastructure in Ohio
• Get ready for a robust job market in Ohio

Cons of moving from Louisiana to Ohio

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a rich culture in Louisiana to live with a less diverse culture in Ohio
• You'll lose out on the pro of the jazz music scene and have to settle for the con of a lack of musical heritage
• Time to bid farewell to delicious Creole food and get used to fewer local specialties in Ohio
• Swap Mardi Gras festivities for fewer large festivals

Louisiana vs. Ohio: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Louisiana to Ohio, you will be trading the iconic Gumbo of Louisiana for the equally delicious Buckeye Candy of Ohio. And while the locals in Louisiana rave about their flavorful Crawfish Étouffée and sumptuous Po'boy, Ohio residents know they have tasty Cincinnati Chili and Polish Boy to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Okra Gumbo they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegetarian Chili of Ohio. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Louisiana eateries like Commander's Palace, Café du Monde, and Willie Mae's Scotch House. After the boxes are unpacked in Ohio, don't wait too long before making your way to Ohio's acclaimed eateries like Skyline Chili, Schmidt’s Sausage Haus, and Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Louisiana and Ohio

• The Creole and Colonial architecture that Louisiana is known for will be replaced with the Colonial Revival and Craftsman architecture typical of Ohio.
• Compared to Louisiana's real estate listings that commonly reference large yards and proximity to water, Ohio real estate listings often highlight features like family-friendly neighborhoods and access to parks.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away. Ohio is less walkable than Louisiana.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Ohio is more bike-friendly than Louisiana.
• Ohio has an equally urban feel to Louisiana.
• Ohio housing costs are 12% more expensive than they are in Louisiana with a median home price of $223,135 compared to Louisiana’s $199,091.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Ohio have increased by 49% compared to a 13% increase in Louisiana.
• Rent in Ohio is 9.99% more expensive than in Louisiana.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Louisiana to Ohio. Ohio gets 18% fewer sunshine days than Louisiana.
• Ohio has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Louisiana.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and floods in Louisiana, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and snowstorms in Ohio.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Ohio is 8 degrees colder than Louisiana.
• The average winter lows in Ohio are 21 degrees colder than they are in Louisiana.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Ohio. Ohio receives 21 fewer inches of rain compared to Louisiana.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Louisiana and Ohio

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Ohio tend to earn about 19% more than those in Louisiana
• The COLI in Ohio is 3% lower than what you are used to in Louisiana
• The state income tax in OH is 0% - 4.797% compared to 2% - 6% in LA
• The affluence in Ohio is moderate compared to moderate affluence in Louisiana
• The poverty level is moderate in Ohio compared to high poverty in Louisiana
• In terms of homelessness, it is above average in Louisiana and average in Ohio

Political and Religious Climate in Louisiana vs. Ohio

• Louisiana tends to lean generally Republican in its political climate
• Ohio, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Republican
• Ohio's religious environment can be described as predominantly Christian with a mix of evangelical and mainline Protestants plus a sizable Catholic population; the religiously unaffiliated share is larger than in Louisiana; overall involvement is moderate.
• Louisiana's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christian with a notable evangelical Protestant and Roman Catholic presence; the Catholic share is comparatively high; overall religious involvement is high; the unaffiliated share is smaller than the U.S. average.

How Much Do Louisiana to Ohio Movers Cost?

Moving 1,009 miles from Louisiana to Ohio will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.