Missouri to Mississippi Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Missouri to Mississippi

ConsMissouri

• Colder winters
• High cost of living
• Heavy traffic congestion
• Limited coastal access

ProsMississippi

• Mild winters
• Affordable living
• Less traffic
• Southern beaches

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Mississippi

• Fewer job opportunities
• Lower-ranked schools
• Less diverse cuisines
• Rural lifestyle

Missouri

• Great job market
• Excellent schools
• Diverse dining options
• Lively urban areas

Pros of moving from Missouri to Mississippi

• Say goodbye to colder winters and hello to mild winters
• Look forward to moving away from the high cost of living and moving to Mississippi with affordable living
• Swap the heavy traffic congestion of Missouri for less traffic in Mississippi
• Get ready for southern beaches in Mississippi

Cons of moving from Missouri to Mississippi

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the great job market in Missouri to live with fewer job opportunities in Mississippi
• You'll lose out on the pro of excellent schools and have to settle with the con of lower-ranked schools
• Time to bid farewell to diverse dining options and get used to less diverse cuisines in Mississippi
• Swap lively urban areas for a rural lifestyle

Missouri vs. Mississippi: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Missouri to Mississippi, you will be trading the iconic St. Louis-style BBQ of Missouri for the equally delicious catfish of Mississippi. And while the locals in Missouri rave about their flavorful smoked brisket and sumptuous toasted ravioli, Mississippi residents know they have tasty fried chicken and po’boys to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the cauliflower wings 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 Missouri eateries like Pappy's Smokehouse, Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, and Blueberry Hill. After the boxes are unpacked in Mississippi, don't wait too long before making your way to Mississippi's acclaimed eateries like Mayflower Café, Bully's Restaurant, and McClain Lodge.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Missouri and Mississippi

• The Colonial and Ranch architecture that Missouri is known for will be replaced with the Craftsman and Colonial architecture typical of Mississippi.
• Compared to Missouri's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and proximity to schools, Mississippi real estate listings often highlight features like quiet neighborhoods and large plots.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Mississippi is less walkable than Missouri.
• Mississippi is similarly bike-friendly to Missouri.
• Mississippi has less of an urban feel than Missouri.
• Mississippi housing costs are 27% less expensive than they are in Missouri, with a median home price of $178,490 compared to Missouri’s $243,216.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Mississippi have increased by 31% compared to a 49% increase in Missouri.
• Rent in Mississippi is 2.57% more expensive than in Missouri.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Missouri to Mississippi. Mississippi gets 1% more sunshine days than Missouri.
• Mississippi has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Missouri.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and floods in Missouri, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and tornadoes in Mississippi.
• The average summer high temperature in Mississippi is 2 degrees warmer than in Missouri.
• The average winter lows are 13 degrees warmer than they are in Missouri.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Mississippi because it receives 17 more inches of rain compared to Missouri.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Missouri and Mississippi

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Mississippi tend to earn about 19% less than in Missouri
• The COLI in Mississippi will be 0% higher than what you are used to living in Missouri
• The state income tax in MS is 5.0% compared to 5.4% in MO
• The affluence in Mississippi is lower compared to moderate affluence in Missouri
• The poverty level is higher in Mississippi compared to moderate poverty in Missouri
• In terms of homelessness, it is stable in Missouri and growing in Mississippi

Political and Religious Climate in Missouri vs. Mississippi

• Missouri 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 strongly Christian and predominantly Protestant
• Missouri's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christian, with a Protestant majority

Education Guide When Moving from Missouri to Mississippi

How Much Do Missouri to Mississippi Movers Cost?

Moving 485 miles from Missouri to Mississippi will typically cost between $2,000 and $5,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.