Mississippi to Kentucky Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Mississippi to Kentucky

ConsMississippi

• High humidity
• Flat landscapes
• Limited horse racing
• Fewer bourbon distilleries

ProsKentucky

• Milder summer temperatures
• Picturesque rolling hills
• Kentucky Derby excitement
• Bourbon Trail experiences

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Kentucky

• Different food specialties
• More urban areas
• Different cultural focus
• Colder winters

Mississippi

• Southern cuisine
• Close-knit communities
• Rich blues music
• Lush countryside

Pros of moving from Mississippi to Kentucky

• Say goodbye to high humidity and hello to milder summer temperatures
• Look forward to moving away from flat landscapes and moving to Kentucky with picturesque rolling hills
• Swap the limited horse racing of Mississippi for Kentucky Derby excitement in Kentucky
• Get ready for Bourbon Trail experiences in Kentucky

Cons of moving from Mississippi to Kentucky

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from southern cuisine in Mississippi to live with different food specialties in Kentucky
• You'll lose out on the pro of close-knit communities and have to settle with the con of more urban areas
• Time to bid farewell to rich blues music and get used to a different cultural focus in Kentucky
• Swap lush countryside for colder winters

Mississippi vs. Kentucky: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Mississippi to Kentucky, you will be trading the iconic Catfish of Mississippi for the equally delicious Kentucky Hot Brown of Kentucky. And while the locals in Mississippi rave about their flavorful Pulled Pork BBQ and sumptuous Tamales, Kentucky residents know they have tasty Fried Chicken and Burgoo to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Okra Stew they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Roasted Root Vegetables of Kentucky. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Mississippi eateries like Mayflower Cafe, Doe's Eat Place, and City Grocery. After the boxes are unpacked in Kentucky, don't wait too long before making your way to Kentucky's acclaimed eateries like The Brown Hotel, Holly Hill Inn, and Mammy's Kitchen.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Mississippi and Kentucky

• The Colonial and Victorian architecture that Mississippi is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Craftsman architecture typical of Kentucky.
• Compared to Mississippi's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and privacy, Kentucky real estate listings often highlight features like proximity to parks and historic locations.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Kentucky is more walkable than Mississippi.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Kentucky is more bike-friendly than Mississippi.
• Kentucky has more of an urban feel than Mississippi.
• Kentucky housing costs are 13% more expensive than they are in Mississippi with a median home price of $201,332 compared to Mississippi’s $178,490.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Kentucky have increased by 47% compared to a 31% increase in Mississippi.
• Rent in Kentucky is 4.37% more affordable than in Mississippi.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Mississippi to Kentucky. Kentucky gets 10% fewer sunshine days than Mississippi.
• Kentucky has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Mississippi.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and tornadoes in Mississippi, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Kentucky.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Kentucky is 4 degrees colder than in Mississippi.
• The average winter lows are 15 degrees colder than they are in Mississippi.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Kentucky. Kentucky receives 9 fewer inches of rain compared to Mississippi.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Mississippi and Kentucky

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Kentucky tend to earn about 13% more than in Mississippi
• The COLI in Kentucky is 5% lower than what you are used to in Mississippi
• There is no change in state income tax between Mississippi and Kentucky
• The affluence in Kentucky is moderate compared to modest in Mississippi
• The poverty level is noticeable in Kentucky compared to significant in Mississippi
• In terms of homelessness, it is manageable in Mississippi and low in Kentucky

Political and Religious Climate in Mississippi vs. Kentucky

• Mississippi tends to lean generally conservative with a strong Republican advantage in federal and statewide races and a GOP-controlled legislature in its political climate
• Kentucky, on the other hand, is often described as right-leaning overall with Republican supermajorities in the legislature and often votes Republican federally but can elect a Democratic governor
• Kentucky's religious environment can be described as predominantly Protestant with a significant Southern Baptist presence and notable Catholic communities in Louisville and Northern Kentucky with high but somewhat lower religiosity than Mississippi
• Mississippi's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as among the most religious states, predominantly Protestant with a large evangelical and Southern Baptist presence and high church attendance

Education Guide When Moving from Mississippi to Kentucky

How Much Do Mississippi to Kentucky Movers Cost?

Moving 593 miles from Mississippi to Kentucky 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.