New Hampshire to Alabama Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from New Hampshire to Alabama

ConsNew Hampshire

• Harsh winters
• High cost of living
• Limited nightlife
• Fewer job opportunities

ProsAlabama

• Mild winters
• Lower cost of living
• Vibrant music scene
• Growing job market

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Alabama

• Less autumn scenery
• Lower educational rankings
• Less historical depth
• No local skiing

New Hampshire

• Beautiful fall foliage
• Higher educational rankings
• Rich historical sites
• Access to skiing

Pros of moving from New Hampshire to Alabama

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to mild winters
• Look forward to moving away from high cost of living and moving to Alabama with lower cost of living
• Swap the limited nightlife of New Hampshire for a vibrant music scene in Alabama
• Get ready for a growing job market in Alabama

Cons of moving from New Hampshire to Alabama

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from beautiful fall foliage in New Hampshire to live with less autumn scenery in Alabama
• You'll lose out on the pro of higher educational rankings and have to settle for the con of lower educational rankings
• Time to bid farewell to rich historical sites and get used to less historical depth in Alabama
• Swap access to skiing for no local skiing

New Hampshire vs. Alabama: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from New Hampshire to Alabama, you will be trading the iconic Lobster Roll of New Hampshire for the equally delicious Barbecue Ribs of Alabama. And while the locals in New Hampshire rave about their flavorful Pot Roast and sumptuous Fried Dough, Alabama residents know they have tasty Fried Chicken and Shrimp Grits to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Maple Syrup-infused Quinoa they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra Gumbo of Alabama. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic New Hampshire eateries like The Woodstock Inn Brewery, Moat Mountain Smoke House and Brewing Co., and The Friendly Toast. After the boxes are unpacked in Alabama, don't wait too long before making your way to Alabama's acclaimed eateries like Saw's BBQ, Highlands Bar and Grill, and Big River Grille.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between New Hampshire and Alabama

• The Colonial and Cape Cod architecture that New Hampshire is known for will be replaced with the Craftsman and Colonial Revival architecture typical of Alabama.
• Compared to New Hampshire's real estate listings that commonly reference natural landscapes and proximity to ski resorts, Alabama real estate listings often highlight features like historic districts and Gulf Coast beaches.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Alabama is more walkable than New Hampshire.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Alabama is more bike-friendly than New Hampshire.
• Alabama has more of an urban feel than New Hampshire.
• Alabama housing costs are 51% less expensive than they are in New Hampshire, with a median home price of $226,045 compared to New Hampshire’s $465,926.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Alabama have increased 45% compared to a 68% increase in New Hampshire.
• Rent in Alabama is 25.09% more affordable than in New Hampshire.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between New Hampshire and Alabama

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from New Hampshire to Alabama. Alabama gets 7% more sunshine days than New Hampshire.
• Alabama has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to New Hampshire.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and ice in New Hampshire, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and tornadoes in Alabama.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Alabama is 11 degrees warmer than in New Hampshire.
• The average winter lows in Alabama are 24 degrees warmer than those in New Hampshire.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Alabama. Alabama receives 9 more inches of rain compared to New Hampshire.

Financial & Community Snapshot: New Hampshire and Alabama

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Alabama tend to earn about 34% less than those in New Hampshire
• The COLI in Alabama will be 22% lower than what you are used to living in New Hampshire
• Bummer... By moving from NH to AL, you'll now have a state income tax of 2-5%
• The affluence in Alabama is modest compared to that of wealthy New Hampshire
• The poverty level is moderate in Alabama compared to low in New Hampshire
• In terms of homelessness, it is minimal in New Hampshire and noticeable in Alabama

Political and Religious Climate in New Hampshire vs. Alabama

• New Hampshire tends to lean Democratic in its political climate
• Alabama, on the other hand, is often described as strongly Republican
• Alabama's religious environment can be described as highly religious and predominantly Christian
• New Hampshire's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as less religiously affiliated

Education Guide When Moving from New Hampshire to Alabama

How Much Do New Hampshire to Alabama Movers Cost?

Moving 1,324 miles from New Hampshire to Alabama 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.