Utah to Louisiana Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Utah to Louisiana

ConsUtah

• High cost of living
• Dry climate
• Limited nightlife
• Strict liquor laws
• Long distances to beaches

ProsLouisiana

• Lower cost of living
• Richer biodiversity
• Vibrant music scene
• Relaxed alcohol laws
• Close to Gulf Coast

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Louisiana

• No mountain landscapes
• High humidity
• Lack of snow activities
• Lower education ranking
• Industrial pollution

Utah

• Stunning mountains
• Low humidity
• Winter sports
• High education ranking
• Clean air quality

Pros of moving from Utah to Louisiana

• Say goodbye to the high cost of living and hello to the lower cost of living
• Look forward to moving away from the dry climate and moving to Louisiana with richer biodiversity
• Swap the limited nightlife of Utah for the vibrant music scene in Louisiana
• Get ready for relaxed alcohol laws in Louisiana

Cons of moving from Utah to Louisiana

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the stunning mountains in Utah to live with no mountain landscapes in Louisiana
• You'll lose out on the pro of low humidity and have to settle with the con of high humidity
• Time to bid farewell to winter sports and get used to the lack of snow activities in Louisiana
• Swap the high education ranking for a lower education ranking

Utah vs. Louisiana: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Utah to Louisiana, you will be trading the iconic Jell-O of Utah for the equally delicious Gumbo of Louisiana. And while the locals in Utah rave about their flavorful Funeral Potatoes with Ham and sumptuous Fry Sauce, Louisiana residents know they have tasty Jambalaya and Po'boy to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Avocado Toast they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra Gumbo (Vegan Version) of Louisiana. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Utah eateries like Hire's Big H, Red Iguana, and Ruth's Diner. 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, Willie Mae's Scotch House, and Antoine's Restaurant.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Utah and Louisiana

• The Modern and Craftsman architecture that Utah is known for will be replaced with the Colonial, French, and Creole architecture typical of Louisiana.
• Compared to Utah's real estate listings that commonly reference mountain views and open floor plans, Louisiana real estate listings often highlight features like historic details and proximity to water.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Louisiana is more walkable than Utah.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. Louisiana is less bike-friendly than Utah.
• Louisiana has more of an urban feel than Utah.
• Louisiana housing costs are 62% less expensive than they are in Utah, with a median home price of $199,091 compared to Utah’s $519,182.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Louisiana have increased by 13% compared to a 56% increase in Utah.
• Rent in Louisiana is 21.85% more affordable than in Utah.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Utah to Louisiana. Louisiana gets 10% fewer sunshine days than Utah.
• Louisiana has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Utah.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and wildfires in Utah, 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 6 degrees warmer than in Utah.
• The average winter lows are 22 degrees warmer than they are in Utah.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Louisiana. Louisiana receives 40 more inches of rain compared to Utah.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Utah and Louisiana

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Louisiana tend to earn about 38% less than those in Utah
• The COLI in Louisiana will be 0% higher than what you are used to living in Utah
• The state income tax in LA is 2% - 6% compared to 4.95% in UT
• The affluence in Louisiana is low compared to moderate in Utah
• The poverty level is high in Louisiana compared to low in Utah
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Utah and moderate in Louisiana

Political and Religious Climate in Utah vs. Louisiana

• Utah tends to lean generally conservative in its political climate
• Louisiana, on the other hand, is often described as right-leaning
• Louisiana's religious environment can be described as heavily Christian overall, with a significant Catholic presence especially in south Louisiana and large Protestant communities, along with active church life and traditions, and religious diversity in urban areas
• Utah's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as having a strong influence from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across the state, while other Christian denominations and nonreligious or minority faith communities are present and growing in urban areas

Education Guide When Moving from Utah to Louisiana

How Much Do Utah to Louisiana Movers Cost?

Moving 1,500 miles from Utah to Louisiana will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.