Mississippi to Ohio Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Mississippi to Ohio

ConsMississippi

• Extreme summer heat
• Hurricane-prone
• Limited job market
• Less public transit
• Lower educational rankings

ProsOhio

• Cooler temperatures
• Mild weather
• Broad job opportunities
• Extensive transit systems
• Higher education reputation

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Ohio

• Fewer historical sites
• More transient communities
• Higher living costs
• Diverse but different food
• Less southern hospitality

Mississippi

• Rich cultural history
• Strong community ties
• Low cost of living
• Southern cuisine
• Friendly locals

Pros of moving from Mississippi to Ohio

• Say goodbye to extreme summer heat and hello to cooler temperatures
• Look forward to moving away from hurricane-prone regions and moving to Ohio with mild weather
• Swap the limited job market of Mississippi for broad job opportunities in Ohio
• Get ready for extensive transit systems in Ohio

Cons of moving from Mississippi to Ohio

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the rich cultural history in Mississippi to live with fewer historical sites in Ohio
• You'll lose out on the pro of strong community ties and have to settle for the con of more transient communities
• Time to bid farewell to the low cost of living and get used to higher living costs in Ohio
• Swap southern cuisine for diverse but different food

Mississippi vs. Ohio: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Mississippi to Ohio, you will be trading the iconic catfish of Mississippi for the equally delicious Buckeye candy of Ohio. And while the locals in Mississippi rave about their flavorful pulled pork BBQ and sumptuous tamales, Ohio residents know they have tasty Cincinnati chili and Polish Boy to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the okra and tomatoes 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 Mississippi eateries like Doe's Eat Place, City Grocery, and Snackbar. After the boxes are unpacked in Ohio, don't wait too long before making your way to Ohio's acclaimed eateries like Schmidt’s Sausage Haus, Slyman's, and Skyline Chili.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Mississippi and Ohio

• The Colonial and Ranch architecture that Mississippi is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Craftsman architecture typical of Ohio.
• Compared to Mississippi's real estate listings that commonly reference large yards and quiet neighborhoods, Ohio real estate listings often highlight features like proximity to amenities and good schools.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Ohio is more walkable than Mississippi.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Ohio is more bike-friendly than Mississippi.
• Ohio has more of an urban feel than Mississippi.
• Ohio housing costs are 25% more expensive than they are in Mississippi, with a median home price of $223,135 compared to Mississippi’s $178,490.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Ohio have increased by 49% compared to a 31% increase in Mississippi.
• Rent in Ohio is 5.73% more expensive than in Mississippi.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Mississippi to Ohio. Ohio gets 17% fewer sunshine days than Mississippi.
• Ohio 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 severe snowstorms in Ohio.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Ohio is 8 degrees cooler than in Mississippi.
• The average winter lows are 16 degrees colder than they are in Mississippi.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Ohio. Ohio receives 20 fewer inches of rain compared to Mississippi.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Mississippi and Ohio

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Ohio tend to earn about 25% more than in Mississippi
• The COLI in Ohio will be 1% higher than what you are used to living in Mississippi
• The state income tax in OH is 3.99% compared to 4% in MS
• The affluence in Ohio is moderate compared to moderate in Mississippi
• The poverty level is moderate in Ohio compared to high in Mississippi
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Mississippi and moderate in Ohio

Political and Religious Climate in Mississippi vs. Ohio

• Mississippi tends to lean conservatively aligned in its political climate
• Ohio, on the other hand, is often described as moderate and swings politically
• Ohio's religious environment can be described as religiously diverse with a significant Christian population
• Mississippi's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as highly religious and predominantly Christian

Education Guide When Moving from Mississippi to Ohio

How Much Do Mississippi to Ohio Movers Cost?

Moving 792 miles from Mississippi to Ohio will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.