South Dakota to Tennessee Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from South Dakota to Tennessee

ConsSouth Dakota

• Harsh winters
• Isolated rural areas
• Limited entertainment

ProsTennessee

• Milder climate
• Vibrant city life
• Rich cultural scene

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Tennessee

• Higher state taxes
• Busy urban centers

South Dakota

• Low state taxes
• Quiet living

Pros of moving from South Dakota to Tennessee

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to a milder climate
• Look forward to moving away from isolated rural areas and moving to Tennessee with vibrant city life
• Swap the limited entertainment of South Dakota for a rich cultural scene in Tennessee

Cons of moving from South Dakota to Tennessee

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from low state taxes in South Dakota to live with higher state taxes in Tennessee
• You'll lose out on the pro of quiet living and have to settle with the con of busy urban centers
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South Dakota vs. Tennessee: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from South Dakota to Tennessee, you will be trading the iconic Chislic of South Dakota for the equally delicious BBQ Ribs of Tennessee. And while the locals in South Dakota rave about their flavorful Pheasant and sumptuous Indian Tacos, Tennessee residents know they have tasty Hot Chicken and Pulled Pork Sandwiches to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Wild Rice Dish they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ Jackfruit of Tennessee. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic South Dakota eateries like Phillips Avenue Diner, The Sioux Falls Silo, and Murdoch's Ranch and Home Supply. After the boxes are unpacked in Tennessee, don't wait too long before making your way to Tennessee's acclaimed eateries like Hattie B's Hot Chicken, Central BBQ, and The Rendezvous.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between South Dakota and Tennessee

• The Ranch architecture that South Dakota is known for will be replaced with the Colonial architecture typical of Tennessee.
• Compared to South Dakota's real estate listings that commonly reference natural landscapes and spacious yards, Tennessee real estate listings often highlight features like a music scene and historic neighborhoods.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Tennessee is more walkable than South Dakota.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Tennessee is more bike-friendly than South Dakota.
• Tennessee has more of an urban feel than South Dakota.
• Tennessee housing costs are 6% more expensive than they are in South Dakota, with a median home price of $317,482 compared to South Dakota's $299,062.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Tennessee have increased by 63% compared to a 48% increase in South Dakota.
• Rent in Tennessee is 41.22% more expensive than in South Dakota.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between South Dakota and Tennessee

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from South Dakota to Tennessee. Tennessee gets 9% fewer sunshine days than South Dakota.
• Tennessee has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to South Dakota.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and tornadoes in South Dakota, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Tennessee.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Tennessee is 4 degrees warmer than in South Dakota.
• The average winter lows are 20 degrees warmer than they are in South Dakota.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Tennessee. Tennessee receives 28 more inches of rain compared to South Dakota.

Financial & Community Snapshot: South Dakota and Tennessee

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Political and Religious Climate in South Dakota vs. Tennessee

• South Dakota tends to lean reliably conservative in its political climate
• Tennessee, on the other hand, is often described as reliably conservative; Republicans hold the governor's office and supermajorities in the legislature; cities like Nashville and Memphis lean Democratic, while suburbs and rural areas are solidly GOP.
• Tennessee's religious environment can be described as strongly Evangelical Protestant with many Baptist and nondenominational churches, higher church participation than the national average, smaller Catholic and Mainline Protestant communities, growing religious diversity in urban areas, and an unaffiliated share below the national average.
• South Dakota's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as a diverse Christian mix with a strong Mainline Protestant presence, notably Lutheran, along with Catholic and Evangelical Protestant communities; community life is often centered around churches, and there is a notable but smaller unaffiliated share.

How Much Do South Dakota to Tennessee Movers Cost?

Moving 1,145 miles from South Dakota to Tennessee 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.