North Dakota to Kentucky Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from North Dakota to Kentucky

ConsNorth Dakota

• Severe winters
• Remote location
• Higher cost of living

ProsKentucky

• Milder climate
• Central access
• Lower cost of living

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Kentucky

• Higher unemployment
• Less open space
• Higher crime rate

North Dakota

• Job opportunities
• Open landscapes
• Low crime rate

Pros of moving from North Dakota to Kentucky

• Say goodbye to severe winters and hello to milder climate
• Look forward to moving away from remote location and moving to Kentucky with central access
• Swap the higher cost of living of North Dakota for lower cost of living in Kentucky

Cons of moving from North Dakota to Kentucky

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from job opportunities in North Dakota to live with higher unemployment in Kentucky
• You'll lose out on the pro of open landscapes and have to settle for the con of less open space
• Time to bid farewell to low crime rate and get used to higher crime rate in Kentucky

North Dakota vs. Kentucky: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from North Dakota to Kentucky, you will be trading the iconic Lefse of North Dakota for the equally delicious Fried Chicken of Kentucky. And while the locals in North Dakota rave about their flavorful Bison Steak and sumptuous Walleye Sandwich, Kentucky residents know they have tasty Burgoo and Hot Brown Sandwich to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Wild Rice Soup they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ Jackfruit of Kentucky. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic North Dakota eateries like HoDo Restaurant, Blarney Stone Pub, and Mezzaluna. 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 (Home of the Hot Brown), Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn, and Holly Hill Inn.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between North Dakota and Kentucky

• The Prairie and Ranch architecture that North Dakota is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Cape Cod architecture typical of Kentucky.
• Compared to North Dakota's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and quiet neighborhoods, Kentucky real estate listings often highlight features like historic homes and scenic views.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away. Kentucky is less walkable than North Dakota.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. Kentucky is less bike-friendly than North Dakota.
• Kentucky has less of an urban feel than North Dakota.
• Kentucky housing costs are 21% less expensive than they are in North Dakota, with a median home price of $201,332 compared to North Dakota’s $253,395.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Kentucky have increased by 47% compared to an 18% increase in North Dakota.
• Rent in Kentucky is 28.27% more expensive than in North Dakota.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between North Dakota and Kentucky

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from North Dakota to Kentucky. Kentucky gets 3% fewer sunshine days than North Dakota.
• Kentucky has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to North Dakota.
• Say goodbye to the possible blizzards and floods in North Dakota, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Kentucky.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Kentucky is 5 degrees warmer than in North Dakota.
• The average winter lows are 25 degrees warmer than they are in North Dakota.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Kentucky. Kentucky receives 28 more inches of rain compared to North Dakota.

Financial & Community Snapshot: North Dakota and Kentucky

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Kentucky tend to earn about 18% less than those in North Dakota
• The COLI in Kentucky is 8% lower than what you are used to living in North Dakota
• The state income tax in KY is 2-6% compared to 2.04-2.9% in ND
• The affluence in Kentucky is low compared to moderate in North Dakota
• The poverty level is moderate in Kentucky compared to low in North Dakota
• In terms of homelessness, it is minimal in North Dakota and moderate in Kentucky

Political and Religious Climate in North Dakota vs. Kentucky

• North Dakota tends to lean Republican in its political climate
• Kentucky, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Republican
• Kentucky's religious environment can be described as predominantly Christianity, with a significant Baptist presence
• North Dakota's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christianity, with a significant Lutheran presence

Education Guide When Moving from North Dakota to Kentucky

How Much Do North Dakota to Kentucky Movers Cost?

Moving 1,267 miles from North Dakota to Kentucky will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.