Wisconsin to Alabama Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Wisconsin to Alabama

ConsWisconsin

• Harsh winters
• Higher taxes
• Limited southern cuisine
• Shorter growing season

ProsAlabama

• Mild winters
• Lower taxes
• Rich food culture
• Longer growing season

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Alabama

• Severe summer heat
• Fewer natural lakes
• Limited art festivals
• Less cultural variety

Wisconsin

• Northern charm
• Lakes and forests
• Vibrant arts scene
• Ethnic diversity

Pros of moving from Wisconsin to Alabama

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to mild winters
• Look forward to moving away from higher taxes and moving to Alabama with lower taxes
• Swap the limited southern cuisine of Wisconsin for a rich food culture in Alabama
• Get ready for a longer growing season in Alabama

Cons of moving from Wisconsin to Alabama

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from northern charm in Wisconsin to live with severe summer heat in Alabama
• You'll lose out on the pro of lakes and forests and have to settle for the con of fewer natural lakes
• Time to bid farewell to a vibrant arts scene and get used to limited art festivals in Alabama
• Swap ethnic diversity for less cultural variety

Wisconsin vs. Alabama: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Wisconsin to Alabama, you will be trading the iconic Cheese Curds of Wisconsin for the equally delicious Fried Green Tomatoes of Alabama. And while the locals in Wisconsin rave about their flavorful Bratwurst and sumptuous Fried Cheese Curds, Alabama residents know they have tasty Barbecue Ribs and Pulled Pork Sandwiches to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Beer Cheese Soup (Vegan Version) they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Black-Eyed Pea Hummus of Alabama. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Wisconsin eateries like Lakefront Brewery, Mader's, and Copper Dock. After the boxes are unpacked in Alabama, don't wait too long before making your way to Alabama's acclaimed eateries like SAW's BBQ, Highlands Bar and Grill, and Post Office Pies.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Wisconsin and Alabama

• The Craftsman and Prairie architecture that Wisconsin is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Victorian architecture typical of Alabama.
• Compared to Wisconsin's real estate listings that commonly reference lakefront and spacious yards, Alabama real estate listings often highlight features like historic homes and large porches.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Alabama is less walkable than Wisconsin.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Alabama is less bike-friendly than Wisconsin.
• Alabama has less of an urban feel than Wisconsin.
• Alabama housing costs are 23% less expensive than they are in Wisconsin, with a median home price of $226,045 compared to Wisconsin’s $294,909.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Alabama have increased 45% compared to a 47% increase in Wisconsin.
• Rent in Alabama is 17.90% more expensive than in Wisconsin.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Wisconsin and Alabama

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Wisconsin to Alabama. Alabama gets 13% more sunshine days than Wisconsin.
• Alabama has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Wisconsin.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and cold waves in Wisconsin, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and tornadoes in Alabama.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Alabama is 9 degrees warmer than Wisconsin.
• The average winter lows are 23 degrees warmer than those in Wisconsin.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Alabama. Alabama receives 24 more inches of rain compared to Wisconsin.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Wisconsin and Alabama

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Alabama tend to earn about 16% less than in Wisconsin
• The COLI in Alabama will be 5% lower than what you are used to living in Wisconsin
• The state income tax in AL is 2% - 5% compared to 3.54% - 7.65% in WI
• The affluence in Alabama is mixed compared to moderate affluence in Wisconsin
• The poverty level is higher in Alabama compared to moderate poverty in Wisconsin
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Wisconsin and moderate in Alabama

Political and Religious Climate in Wisconsin vs. Alabama

• Wisconsin tends to lean as a battleground state with a mix of Democratic and Republican support in its political climate
• Alabama, on the other hand, is often described as strongly Republican with significant support for conservative candidates
• Alabama's religious environment can be described as heavily Christian with a strong emphasis on Evangelical Protestantism
• Wisconsin's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christian with significant Catholic and Lutheran presences

Education Guide When Moving from Wisconsin to Alabama

How Much Do Wisconsin to Alabama Movers Cost?

Moving 932 miles from Wisconsin to Alabama will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.