Utah to Ohio Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Utah to Ohio

ConsUtah

• High cost of living
• Limited public transport
• Hot, dry summers
• Limited job diversity

ProsOhio

• More affordable housing
• Better public transit
• Milder summer climate
• Diverse job market

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Ohio

• Fewer natural landmarks
• Higher crime rates
• Less outdoor entertainment
• No skiing opportunities

Utah

• Beautiful national parks
• Low crime rates
• Outdoor recreation
• Great skiing resorts

Pros of moving from Utah to Ohio

• Say goodbye to the high cost of living and hello to more affordable housing
• Look forward to moving away from limited public transport and moving to Ohio with better public transit
• Swap the hot, dry summers of Utah for a milder summer climate in Ohio
• Get ready for a diverse job market in Ohio

Cons of moving from Utah to Ohio

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the beautiful national parks in Utah to live with fewer natural landmarks in Ohio
• You'll lose out on the pro of low crime rates and have to settle for the con of higher crime rates
• Time to bid farewell to outdoor recreation and get used to less outdoor entertainment in Ohio
• Swap great skiing resorts for no skiing opportunities

Utah vs. Ohio: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Utah to Ohio, you will be trading the iconic Funeral Potatoes of Utah for the equally delicious Buckeye Candy of Ohio. And while the locals in Utah rave about their flavorful Utah Scones with Honey and sumptuous Fry Sauce with anything fried, Ohio residents know they have tasty Cincinnati Chili and Polish Boy Sandwiches to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Mormon Funeral Potatoes they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Buckeye Candy of Ohio. 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 Lone Star Taqueria. After the boxes are unpacked in Ohio, don't wait too long before making your way to Ohio's acclaimed eateries like Schmidt’s Sausage Haus, The Skyway East, and Melt Bar and Grilled.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Utah and Ohio

• The Ranch and Modern architecture that Utah is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Craftsman architecture typical of Ohio.
• Compared to Utah's real estate listings that commonly reference views and outdoor access, Ohio real estate listings often highlight features like renovated kitchens and spacious yards.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Ohio is more walkable than Utah.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Ohio is more bike-friendly than Utah.
• Ohio has more of an urban feel than Utah.
• Ohio housing costs are 57% less expensive than they are in Utah, with a median home price of $223,135 compared to Utah’s $519,182.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Ohio have increased by 49% compared to a 56% increase in Utah.
• Rent in Ohio is 14.04% more affordable than in Utah.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Utah to Ohio. Ohio gets 25% fewer sunshine days than Utah.
• Ohio has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Utah.
• Say goodbye to the possible wildfires and earthquakes in Utah, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and flooding in Ohio.
• The average summer high temperature in Ohio is 2 degrees colder than in Utah.
• The average winter lows are 1 degree colder than they are in Utah.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Ohio. Ohio receives 19 more inches of rain compared to Utah.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Utah and Ohio

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Ohio tend to earn about 26% less than in Utah
• The COLI in Ohio is 3% lower than what you are used to living in Utah
• The state income tax in OH is up to 3.99% compared to 4.85% in UT
• The affluence in Ohio is moderately affluent compared to moderately affluent in Utah
• The poverty level is moderate in Ohio compared to low in Utah
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Utah and moderate in Ohio

Political and Religious Climate in Utah vs. Ohio

• Utah tends to lean conservative and Republican-dominated in its political climate
• Ohio, on the other hand, is often described as a swing state and politically mixed
• Ohio's religious environment can be described as Christian plurality and religiously diverse
• Utah's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as a Mormon majority (LDS)

Education Guide When Moving from Utah to Ohio

How Much Do Utah to Ohio Movers Cost?

Moving 1,728 miles from Utah to Ohio will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.