North Dakota to Mississippi Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from North Dakota to Mississippi

ConsNorth Dakota

• Harsh winters
• Isolated rural areas
• Limited entertainment
• High wind speeds

ProsMississippi

• Milder winters
• More populous towns
• Various cultural events
• Gentler breezes

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Mississippi

• High humidity
• Dense forests
• More congested roads
• Smaller lots

North Dakota

• Low humidity
• Open landscapes
• Low traffic
• Wide open spaces

Pros of moving from North Dakota to Mississippi

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to milder winters
• Look forward to moving away from isolated rural areas and moving to Mississippi with more populous towns
• Swap the limited entertainment of North Dakota for various cultural events in Mississippi
• Get ready for gentler breezes in Mississippi

Cons of moving from North Dakota to Mississippi

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from low humidity in North Dakota to live with high humidity in Mississippi
• You'll lose out on the pro of open landscapes and have to settle for the con of dense forests
• Time to bid farewell to low traffic and get used to more congested roads in Mississippi
• Swap wide open spaces for smaller lots

North Dakota vs. Mississippi: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from North Dakota to Mississippi, you will be trading the iconic Lefse of North Dakota for the equally delicious Catfish of Mississippi. And while the locals in North Dakota rave about their flavorful Buffalo steak and sumptuous Knoephla soup, Mississippi residents know they have tasty Pulled pork and Tamales to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Chia bowls they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra stew of Mississippi. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic North Dakota eateries like Pitchfork Steak Fondue, Kroll's Diner, and The Corks and Canvas. After the boxes are unpacked in Mississippi, don't wait too long before making your way to Mississippi's acclaimed eateries like The Mayflower Café, Doe's Eat Place, and The Catfish Institute.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between North Dakota and Mississippi

• The Modern and Ranch architecture that North Dakota is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Ranch architecture typical of Mississippi.
• Compared to North Dakota's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and energy efficiency, Mississippi real estate listings often highlight features like large porches and historic details.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Mississippi is less walkable than North Dakota.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Mississippi is less bike-friendly than North Dakota.
• Mississippi has less of an urban feel than North Dakota.
• Mississippi housing costs are 30% less expensive than they are in North Dakota, with a median home price of $178,490 compared to North Dakota’s $253,395.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Mississippi have increased by 31% compared to an 18% increase in North Dakota.
• Rent in Mississippi is 34.13% more expensive than in North Dakota.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from North Dakota to Mississippi. Mississippi gets 8% more sunshine days than North Dakota.
• Mississippi has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to North Dakota.
• Say goodbye to the possible floods and blizzards in North Dakota, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and tornadoes in Mississippi.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Mississippi is 9 degrees warmer than in North Dakota.
• The average winter lows in Mississippi are 35 degrees warmer than in North Dakota.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Mississippi. Mississippi receives 33 more inches of rain compared to North Dakota.

Financial & Community Snapshot: North Dakota and Mississippi

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Mississippi tend to earn about 27% less than in North Dakota
• The COLI in Mississippi will be 3% lower than what you are used to living in North Dakota
• The state income tax in MS is 3.00% - 5.00% compared to 1.10% - 2.90% in ND
• The affluence in Mississippi is modest compared to moderate affluence in North Dakota
• The poverty level is high in Mississippi compared to low poverty in North Dakota
• In terms of homelessness, it is minimal in North Dakota and concerning in Mississippi

Political and Religious Climate in North Dakota vs. Mississippi

• North Dakota tends to lean Conservative in its political climate
• Mississippi, on the other hand, is often described as conservative
• Mississippi's religious environment can be described as Christianity dominant with a significant Baptist population
• North Dakota's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christianity dominant with a significant Lutheran population

Education Guide When Moving from North Dakota to Mississippi

How Much Do North Dakota to Mississippi Movers Cost?

Moving 1,502 miles from North Dakota to Mississippi will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.