North Dakota to Ohio Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from North Dakota to Ohio

ConsNorth Dakota

• Harsh winters
• Limited job market
• Fewer cultural attractions
• Sparse population

ProsOhio

• Milder winters
• Diverse job opportunities
• Rich cultural scene
• Vibrant city life

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Ohio

• Higher cost of living
• Higher crime rates
• Congested cities
• Industrial skyline

North Dakota

• Quiet rural life
• Low crime rate
• Less traffic
• Natural beauty

Pros of moving from North Dakota to Ohio

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to milder winters
• Look forward to moving away from a limited job market and moving to Ohio with diverse job opportunities
• Swap the fewer cultural attractions of North Dakota for a rich cultural scene in Ohio
• Get ready for vibrant city life in Ohio

Cons of moving from North Dakota to Ohio

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a quiet rural life in North Dakota to live with a higher cost of living in Ohio
• You'll lose out on the pro of a low crime rate and have to settle with the con of higher crime rates
• Time to bid farewell to less traffic and get used to congested cities in Ohio
• Swap natural beauty for an industrial skyline

North Dakota vs. Ohio: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from North Dakota to Ohio, you will be trading the iconic Lefse of North Dakota for the equally delicious Buckeye candy of Ohio. And while the locals in North Dakota rave about their flavorful Bison steak and sumptuous Fleischkuekle, Ohio residents know they have tasty Cincinnati chili and Pierogi 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 Vegan chili of Ohio. 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 Walrus Restaurant. 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, Skyline Chili, and Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between North Dakota and Ohio

• The Ranch architecture that North Dakota is known for will be replaced with the Colonial architecture typical of Ohio.
• Compared to North Dakota's real estate listings that commonly reference large yards and proximity to nature, Ohio real estate listings often highlight features like historic homes and walkable neighborhoods.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Ohio is more walkable than North Dakota.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Ohio is more bike-friendly than North Dakota.
• Ohio has more of an urban feel than North Dakota.
• Ohio housing costs are 12% less expensive than they are in North Dakota, with a median home price of $223,135 compared to North Dakota’s $253,395.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Ohio have increased by 49% compared to an 18% increase in North Dakota.
• Rent in Ohio is 41.83% more expensive than in North Dakota.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from North Dakota to Ohio. Ohio gets 12% fewer sunshine days than North Dakota.
• Ohio has higher humidity and a similar 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 thunderstorms and tornadoes in Ohio.
• The average summer high temperature in Ohio is 3 degrees warmer than in North Dakota.
• The average winter lows are 20 degrees warmer than they are in North Dakota.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Ohio. Ohio receives 22 more inches of rain compared to North Dakota.

Financial & Community Snapshot: North Dakota and Ohio

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Ohio tend to earn about 9% less than in North Dakota
• The COLI in Ohio is 3% lower than what you are used to living in North Dakota
• The state income tax in OH is 2.765% - 3.99% compared to 1.1% - 2.9% in ND
• The affluence in Ohio is moderate compared to moderate in North Dakota
• The poverty level is higher in Ohio compared to lower in North Dakota
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in North Dakota and moderate in Ohio

Political and Religious Climate in North Dakota vs. Ohio

• North Dakota tends to lean Republican in its political climate
• Ohio, on the other hand, is often described as a swing state
• Ohio's religious environment can be described as Christianity prevalent, with a diverse mix within
• North Dakota's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christianity dominant with significant Catholicism

Education Guide When Moving from North Dakota to Ohio

How Much Do North Dakota to Ohio Movers Cost?

Moving 1,188 miles from North Dakota to Ohio will typically cost between $3,000 and $6,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.