Montana to Kansas Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Montana to Kansas

ConsMontana

• Harsh winters
• Lack of amenities
• Field animal dangers
• Isolation

ProsKansas

• Milder winters
• More amenities
• Fewer wildlife concerns
• Stronger community feel

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Kansas

• Fewer natural vistas
• Less outdoor variety
• Heavier traffic
• Less wildlife diversity

Montana

• Scenic landscapes
• Outdoor activities
• Low traffic
• Rich wildlife

Pros of moving from Montana to Kansas

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to milder winters
• Look forward to moving away from a lack of amenities and moving to Kansas with more amenities
• Swap the field animal dangers of Montana for fewer wildlife concerns in Kansas
• Get ready for a stronger community feel in Kansas

Cons of moving from Montana to Kansas

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from scenic landscapes in Montana to live with fewer natural vistas in Kansas
• You'll lose out on the pro of outdoor activities and have to settle for the con of less outdoor variety
• Time to bid farewell to low traffic and get used to heavier traffic in Kansas
• Swap rich wildlife for less wildlife diversity

Montana vs. Kansas: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Montana to Kansas, you will be trading the iconic Huckleberry pie of Montana for the equally delicious BBQ ribs of Kansas. And while the locals in Montana rave about their flavorful Bison steak and sumptuous Elk burgers, Kansas residents know they have tasty Beef brisket and Pulled pork sandwiches to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Lentil burger they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ jackfruit of Kansas. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Montana eateries like Buck's T-4 Lodge, The Last Chance Cheese Cafe, and Whitefish Lake Restaurant. After the boxes are unpacked in Kansas, don't wait too long before making your way to Kansas' acclaimed eateries like Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que, Q39, and Slap's BBQ.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Montana and Kansas

• The Rustic and Mountain architecture that Montana is known for will be replaced with the Prairie and Ranch architecture typical of Kansas.
• Compared to Montana's real estate listings that commonly reference scenic views and privacy, Kansas real estate listings often highlight features like family-friendly and spacious yards.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Kansas is more walkable than Montana.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Kansas is more bike-friendly than Montana.
• Kansas has more of an urban feel than Montana.
• Kansas housing costs are 51% less expensive than they are in Montana, with a median home price of $223,883 compared to Montana’s $456,199.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Kansas have increased by 49% compared to a 71% increase in Montana.
• Rent in Kansas is 22.14% more affordable than in Montana.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Montana and Kansas

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Montana to Kansas. Kansas gets 12% more sunshine days than Montana.
• Kansas has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Montana.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and wildfires in Montana, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and hailstorms in Kansas.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Kansas is 8 degrees warmer than in Montana.
• The average winter lows are 3 degrees warmer than they are in Montana.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Kansas. Kansas receives 13 more inches of rain compared to Montana.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Montana and Kansas

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Kansas tend to earn about 2% more than those in Montana
• The COLI in Kansas is 8% lower than what you are used to living in Montana
• The state income tax in Kansas is 5.7% compared to 6.9% in Montana
• The affluence in Kansas is moderate compared to moderate in Montana
• The poverty level is manageable in Kansas compared to manageable in Montana
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Montana and low in Kansas

Political and Religious Climate in Montana vs. Kansas

• Montana tends to lean traditionally Republican in its political climate
• Kansas, on the other hand, is often described as mixed, traditionally Republican with strong Democratic urban areas
• Kansas's religious environment can be described as heavily Christian with diverse religious communities in urban centers
• Montana's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christianity with a notable presence of other faiths

Education Guide When Moving from Montana to Kansas

How Much Do Montana to Kansas Movers Cost?

Moving 1,104 miles from Montana to Kansas 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.