Wisconsin to Louisiana Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Wisconsin to Louisiana

ConsWisconsin

• Long, harsh winters
• Limited seafood options
• Higher property taxes
• Flat landscape

ProsLouisiana

• Milder winters
• Seafood-rich cuisine
• Lower property taxes
• Diverse ecosystems

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Louisiana

• Hurricane risks
• High humidity
• Fewer job opportunities
• Higher crime rates

Wisconsin

• Four distinct seasons
• Low humidity
• Favorable job market
• Safe rural areas

Pros of moving from Wisconsin to Louisiana

• Say goodbye to long, harsh winters and hello to milder winters
• Look forward to moving away from limited seafood options and moving to Louisiana with seafood-rich cuisine
• Swap the higher property taxes of Wisconsin for lower property taxes in Louisiana
• Get ready for diverse ecosystems in Louisiana

Cons of moving from Wisconsin to Louisiana

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from four distinct seasons in Wisconsin to live with hurricane risks in Louisiana
• You'll lose out on the pro of low humidity and have to settle for the con of high humidity
• Time to bid farewell to a favorable job market and get used to fewer job opportunities in Louisiana
• Swap safe rural areas for higher crime rates

Wisconsin vs. Louisiana: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Wisconsin to Louisiana, you will be trading the iconic Cheese Curds of Wisconsin for the equally delicious Gumbo of Louisiana. And while the locals in Wisconsin rave about their flavorful Bratwurst and sumptuous Fried Cheese Curds, Louisiana residents know they have tasty Jambalaya and Po'boy to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Cheese they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra Gumbo of Louisiana. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Wisconsin eateries like Mader's, SafeHouse Milwaukee, and Copper Oak. 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 Café du Monde.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Wisconsin and Louisiana

• The Prairie and Craftsman architecture that Wisconsin is known for will be replaced with the Creole and Colonial architecture typical of Louisiana.
• Compared to Wisconsin's real estate listings that commonly reference open concepts and large yards, Louisiana real estate listings often highlight features like French doors and outdoor spaces.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Louisiana is more walkable than Wisconsin.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Louisiana is more bike-friendly than Wisconsin.
• Louisiana has more of an urban feel than Wisconsin.
• Louisiana housing costs are 32% less expensive than they are in Wisconsin, with a median home price of $199,091 compared to Wisconsin’s $294,909.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Louisiana have increased by 13% compared to a 47% increase in Wisconsin.
• Rent in Louisiana is 5.26% more expensive than in Wisconsin.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Wisconsin to Louisiana. Louisiana gets 15% more sunshine days than Wisconsin.
• Louisiana has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Wisconsin.
• Say goodbye to the possible blizzards and tornadoes in Wisconsin, 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 9 degrees warmer than in Wisconsin.
• The average winter lows in Louisiana are 29 degrees warmer than they are in Wisconsin.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Louisiana. Louisiana receives 26 more inches of rain compared to Wisconsin.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Wisconsin and Louisiana

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Louisiana tend to earn about 22% less than in Wisconsin
• The COLI in Louisiana will be 0% higher than what you are used to living in Wisconsin
• The state income tax in LA is 6% compared to 4.65% in WI
• The affluence in Louisiana is lower compared to moderate affluence in Wisconsin
• The poverty level is higher in Louisiana compared to moderate poverty in Wisconsin
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Wisconsin and moderate in Louisiana

Political and Religious Climate in Wisconsin vs. Louisiana

• Wisconsin tends to lean battleground state with a mix of liberal and conservative areas in its political climate
• Louisiana, on the other hand, is often described as leaning conservative, particularly in state-wide elections
• Louisiana's religious environment can be described as Christianity, with a significant Catholic population from the Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge
• Wisconsin's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christianity is predominant with diverse religious representations in urban areas

Education Guide When Moving from Wisconsin to Louisiana

How Much Do Wisconsin to Louisiana Movers Cost?

Moving 1,090 miles from Wisconsin to Louisiana will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.