Oregon to Louisiana Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Oregon to Louisiana

ConsOregon

• High taxes
• Rainy weather
• Earthquake risk

ProsLouisiana

• Lower taxes
• Sunny climate
• Less seismic activity

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Louisiana

• No coastal beaches
• Lacks coffee culture
• Limited public transit

Oregon

• Beautiful coastlines
• Vibrant coffee culture
• Efficient public transit

Pros of moving from Oregon to Louisiana

• Say goodbye to high taxes and hello to lower taxes
• Look forward to moving away from rainy weather and moving to Louisiana with a sunny climate
• Swap the earthquake risk of Oregon for less seismic activity in Louisiana

Cons of moving from Oregon to Louisiana

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from beautiful coastlines in Oregon to live with no coastal beaches in Louisiana
• You'll lose out on the pro of a vibrant coffee culture and have to settle with the con of a lack of coffee culture
• Time to bid farewell to efficient public transit and get used to limited public transit in Louisiana

Oregon vs. Louisiana: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Oregon to Louisiana, you will be trading the iconic Marionberry pie of Oregon for the equally delicious Gumbo of Louisiana. And while the locals in Oregon rave about their flavorful Grilled salmon and sumptuous Voodoo Doughnuts, Louisiana residents know they have tasty Jambalaya and Po'boys to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tempeh they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra gumbo of Louisiana. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Oregon eateries like Pok Pok, Le Pigeon, and Tasty n Alder. After the boxes are unpacked in Louisiana, don't wait too long before making your way to Louisiana's acclaimed eateries like Commander's Palace, Cochon, and Willie Mae's Scotch House.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Oregon and Louisiana

• The Craftsman and Ranch architecture that Oregon is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and French Creole architecture typical of Louisiana.
• Compared to Oregon's real estate listings that commonly reference eco-friendly features and natural light, Louisiana real estate listings often highlight historic charm and spacious yards.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Louisiana is less walkable than Oregon.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Louisiana is less bike-friendly than Oregon.
• Louisiana has less of an urban feel than Oregon.
• Louisiana housing costs are 60% less expensive than they are in Oregon, with a median home price of $199,091 compared to Oregon’s $497,946.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Louisiana have increased by 13% compared to a 39% increase in Oregon.
• Rent in Louisiana is 25.46% more affordable than in Oregon.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Oregon and Louisiana

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Oregon to Louisiana. Louisiana gets 50% more sunshine days than Oregon.
• Louisiana has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Oregon.
• Say goodbye to the possible floods and earthquakes in Oregon, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and floods in Louisiana.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Louisiana is 11 degrees warmer than in Oregon.
• The average winter lows are 7 degrees warmer than they are in Oregon.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Louisiana. Louisiana receives 18 more inches of rain compared to Oregon.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Oregon and Louisiana

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Louisiana tend to earn about 27% less than in Oregon
• The COLI in Louisiana is 13% lower than what you are used to living in Oregon
• The state income tax in LA is 2% to 6% compared to 4.75% to 9.90% in OR
• The affluence in Louisiana is low compared to moderate in Oregon
• The poverty level is high in Louisiana compared to moderate in Oregon
• In terms of homelessness, it is high in Oregon and moderate in Louisiana

Political and Religious Climate in Oregon vs. Louisiana

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

Education Guide When Moving from Oregon to Louisiana

How Much Do Oregon to Louisiana Movers Cost?

Moving 2,292 miles from Oregon to Louisiana will typically cost between $3,500 and $9,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.