Ohio to Alabama Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Ohio to Alabama

ConsOhio

• Harsh winters
• Higher taxes
• More traffic congestion
• Expensive real estate

ProsAlabama

• Mild winters
• Lower taxes
• Less traffic
• Affordable housing

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Alabama

• Fewer cultural events
• Fewer historical attractions
• Limited public transit
• Fewer sports facilities

Ohio

• Diverse cultural events
• Rich historical sights
• Well-developed public transit
• Sports facilities

Pros of moving from Ohio to Alabama

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to mild winters
• Look forward to moving away from higher taxes and moving to Alabama with lower taxes
• Swap the more traffic congestion of Ohio for less traffic in Alabama
• Get ready for affordable housing in Alabama

Cons of moving from Ohio to Alabama

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from diverse cultural events in Ohio to live with fewer cultural events in Alabama
• You'll lose out on the pro of rich historical sights and have to settle for the con of fewer historical attractions
• Time to bid farewell to well-developed public transit and get used to limited public transit in Alabama
• Swap sports facilities for fewer sports facilities

Ohio vs. Alabama: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Ohio to Alabama, you will be trading the iconic Buckeye candies of Ohio for the equally delicious barbecue ribs of Alabama. And while the locals in Ohio rave about their flavorful Cincinnati chili and sumptuous Polish Boy sandwich, Alabama residents know they have tasty pulled pork and fried green tomatoes to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the vegetable pierogi they've grown to love, they can get ready for the vegan barbecue of Alabama. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Ohio eateries like Schmidt’s Sausage Haus, Skyline Chili, and Melt Bar and Grilled. After the boxes are unpacked in Alabama, don't wait too long before making your way to Alabama's acclaimed eateries like Dreamland BBQ, Highlands Bar and Grill, and Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Ohio and Alabama

• The Colonial and Craftsman architecture that Ohio is known for will be replaced with the Antebellum and Craftsman architecture typical of Alabama.
• Compared to Ohio's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious backyards and proximity to schools, Alabama real estate listings often highlight features like large porches and waterfront access.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away. Alabama is less walkable than Ohio.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. Alabama is less bike-friendly than Ohio.
• Alabama has less of an urban feel than Ohio.
• Alabama housing costs are 1% more expensive than they are in Ohio, with a median home price of $226,045 compared to Ohio’s $223,135.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Alabama have increased by 45% compared to a 49% increase in Ohio.
• Rent in Alabama is 1.83% more expensive than in Ohio.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Ohio and Alabama

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Ohio to Alabama. Alabama gets 19% more sunshine days than Ohio.
• Alabama has similar humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Ohio.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and storms in Ohio, 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 8 degrees warmer than Ohio.
• The average winter lows are 17 degrees warmer than they are in Ohio.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Alabama. Alabama receives 17 more inches of rain compared to Ohio.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Ohio and Alabama

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Alabama tend to earn about 9% less than in Ohio
• The COLI in Alabama will be 2% lower than what you are used to living in Ohio
• The state income tax in AL is 2.00% - 5.00% compared to 2.85% - 4.80% in OH
• The affluence in Alabama is average compared to moderate in Ohio
• The poverty level is high in Alabama compared to significant in Ohio
• In terms of homelessness, it is noticeable in Ohio and visible in Alabama

Political and Religious Climate in Ohio vs. Alabama

• Ohio tends to lean moderate with a swing-state status in its political climate
• Alabama, on the other hand, is often described as conservative and reliably Republican in federal elections
• Alabama's religious environment can be described as heavily Protestant, particularly Baptist
• Ohio's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as mixed with a large Protestant and Catholic population

Education Guide When Moving from Ohio to Alabama

How Much Do Ohio to Alabama Movers Cost?

Moving 708 miles from Ohio to Alabama will typically cost between $2,500 and $5,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.