Rhode Island to North Carolina Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Rhode Island to North Carolina

ConsRhode Island

• High housing costs
• Higher property taxes
• Snowy, icy winters
• Short growing season
• High energy rates
• Smaller job market
• Fewer direct flights
• Tight housing inventory
• Older housing stock
• Tough urban parking
• Crowded, dense areas
• Short hiking season
• Expensive winter heating
• Cold ocean water
• Fewer major teams
• Limited tech ecosystem
• Pricey childcare costs
• Slow business permitting

ProsNorth Carolina

• More affordable homes
• Lower property taxes
• Milder winters
• Longer growing season
• Lower utility costs
• Diverse job growth
• Major air hubs
• Newer developments
• Newer builds
• Easier parking
• More space, yards
• Year-round trails
• Lower heating bills
• Warmer beaches
• More pro sports
• Thriving tech scene
• More affordable childcare
• Business-friendly climate

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North Carolina

• Hot, humid summers
• More driving required
• Fewer rail options
• Longer travel times
• Intense spring pollen
• More mosquitoes, ticks
• Longer drive to ski
• Car-dependent lifestyle
• Higher hurricane risk
• Newer suburban feel
• Less cold-water seafood
• Farther from Northeast hubs
• Higher home insurance
• Spread-out suburbs
• Warmer, crowded beaches
• Costly summer cooling

Rhode Island

• Cooler summer temps
• Everything close by
• Easy train to NYC
• Shorter in-state drives
• Lower pollen counts
• Fewer biting insects
• Quick New England skiing
• Easier car-free living
• Lower hurricane risk
• Colonial-era charm
• Fresher cold-water seafood
• Closer to Boston
• Lower home insurance
• Walkable historic districts
• Cooler ocean beaches
• Lower summer power use

Pros of moving from Rhode Island to North Carolina

• Say goodbye to high housing costs and hello to more affordable homes
• Look forward to moving away from higher property taxes and moving to North Carolina with lower property taxes
• Swap the snowy and icy winters of Rhode Island for milder winters in North Carolina
• Get ready for a longer growing season in North Carolina

Cons of moving from Rhode Island to North Carolina

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from cooler summer temperatures in Rhode Island to live with hot and humid summers in North Carolina
• You'll lose out on the pro of everything being close by and have to settle for the con of more driving required
• Time to bid farewell to the easy train to NYC and get used to fewer rail options in North Carolina
• Swap shorter in-state drives for longer travel times

Rhode Island vs. North Carolina: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Rhode Island to North Carolina, you will be trading the iconic Stuffies (Stuffed Quahogs) of Rhode Island for the equally delicious Pulled Pork BBQ of North Carolina. And while the locals in Rhode Island rave about their flavorful Clam Cakes and sumptuous Hot Wieners, North Carolina residents know they have tasty Eastern NC Barbecue and Carolina-style Hot Dogs to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Seaweed Salad they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Smoked Vegetable Platter of North Carolina. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Rhode Island eateries like Al Forno, Hemenway’s, and The Mooring Seafood Kitchen and Bar. After the boxes are unpacked in North Carolina, don't wait too long before making your way to North Carolina's acclaimed eateries like Lexington Barbecue, Chef and the Farmer, and Bida Manda Laotian Bar and Grill.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Rhode Island and North Carolina

• The Colonial and Victorian architecture that Rhode Island is known for will be replaced with the Craftsman and Colonial architecture typical of North Carolina.
• Compared to Rhode Island's real estate listings that commonly reference waterfront and historic details, North Carolina real estate listings often highlight features like large yards and modern kitchens.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away, as North Carolina is less walkable than Rhode Island.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike because North Carolina is more bike-friendly than Rhode Island.
• North Carolina has less of an urban feel than Rhode Island.
• North Carolina housing costs are 27% less expensive than they are in Rhode Island, with a median home price of $329,225 compared to Rhode Island’s $451,868.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in North Carolina have increased by 63% compared to a 55% increase in Rhode Island.
• Rent in North Carolina is 16.78% more affordable than in Rhode Island.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Rhode Island and North Carolina

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Rhode Island to North Carolina. North Carolina gets 5% more sunshine days than Rhode Island.
• North Carolina has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Rhode Island.
• Say goodbye to the possible blizzards and hurricanes in Rhode Island, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and tornadoes in North Carolina.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in North Carolina is 6 degrees warmer than in Rhode Island.
• The average winter lows are 10 degrees warmer than they are in Rhode Island.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in North Carolina. North Carolina receives 3 more inches of rain compared to Rhode Island.

Political and Religious Climate in Rhode Island vs. North Carolina

• Rhode Island tends to lean Democratic in its political climate
• North Carolina, on the other hand, is often described as a swing state, recently leaning Republican
• North Carolina's religious environment can be described as primarily Protestant
• Rhode Island's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as primarily Catholic

How Much Do Rhode Island to North Carolina Movers Cost?

Moving 676 miles from Rhode Island to North Carolina will typically cost between $2,000 and $5,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.