Wisconsin to Mississippi Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Wisconsin to Mississippi

ConsWisconsin

• Harsh winters
• High cost of living
• Limited fresh seafood
• Short summers

ProsMississippi

• Mild winters
• Lower cost of living
• Access to Gulf seafood
• Longer summers

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Mississippi

• Fewer freshwater lakes
• Less distinct seasons
• Higher hurricane risk
• Fewer cultural festivals

Wisconsin

• Beautiful lakes
• Scenic fall foliage
• Low natural disaster risk
• Diverse cultural festivals

Pros of moving from Wisconsin to Mississippi

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to mild winters
• Look forward to moving away from the high cost of living and moving to Mississippi with a lower cost of living
• Swap the limited fresh seafood of Wisconsin for access to Gulf seafood in Mississippi
• Get ready for longer summers in Mississippi

Cons of moving from Wisconsin to Mississippi

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the beautiful lakes in Wisconsin to live with fewer freshwater lakes in Mississippi
• You'll lose out on the pro of scenic fall foliage and have to settle for the con of less distinct seasons
• Time to bid farewell to the low natural disaster risk and get used to the higher hurricane risk in Mississippi
• Swap diverse cultural festivals for fewer cultural festivals

Wisconsin vs. Mississippi: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Wisconsin to Mississippi, you will be trading the iconic Cheese Curds of Wisconsin for the equally delicious Catfish of Mississippi. And while the locals in Wisconsin rave about their flavorful Bratwurst and sumptuous Brats, Mississippi residents know they have tasty Fried Chicken and Po'boys to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Cheesy Cauliflower Soup (Vegan Version) they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra Gumbo of Mississippi. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Wisconsin eateries like LeRoux's Supper Club, The Farmstead, and State Street Brats. After the boxes are unpacked in Mississippi, don't wait too long before making your way to Mississippi's acclaimed eateries like City Grocery, Walker's Drive-In, and The Smokehouse BBQ and Oysters.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Wisconsin and Mississippi

• The Prairie and Cape Cod architecture that Wisconsin is known for will be replaced with the Antebellum and Colonial Revival architecture typical of Mississippi.
• Compared to Wisconsin's real estate listings that commonly reference hardwood floors and lake access, Mississippi real estate listings often highlight features like spacious yards and porches.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Mississippi is less walkable than Wisconsin.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Mississippi is less bike-friendly than Wisconsin.
• Mississippi has less of an urban feel than Wisconsin.
• Mississippi housing costs are 39% less expensive than they are in Wisconsin, with a median home price of $178,490 compared to Wisconsin’s $294,909.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Mississippi have increased by 31% compared to a 47% increase in Wisconsin.
• Rent in Mississippi is 9.50% more expensive than in Wisconsin.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Wisconsin to Mississippi. Mississippi gets 15% more sunshine days than Wisconsin.
• Mississippi 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 Mississippi.
• Get ready for warmer summers; the average summer high temperature in Mississippi is 9 degrees warmer than in Wisconsin.
• The average winter lows are 21 degrees warmer than they are in Wisconsin.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Mississippi; it receives 24 more inches of rain compared to Wisconsin.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Wisconsin and Mississippi

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Mississippi tend to earn about 26% less than in Wisconsin
• The COLI in Mississippi is 4% lower than what you are used to living in Wisconsin
• The state income tax in MS is 5.00% compared to 7.65% in WI
• The affluence in Mississippi is lower compared to moderate affluence in Wisconsin
• The poverty level is higher in Mississippi compared to moderate poverty in Wisconsin
• In terms of homelessness, it is lower in Wisconsin and moderate in Mississippi

Political and Religious Climate in Wisconsin vs. Mississippi

• Wisconsin tends to lean moderately Liberal/Conservative Mix in its political climate
• Mississippi, on the other hand, is often described as conservative
• Mississippi's religious environment can be described as Protestant Majority (especially Evangelical)
• Wisconsin's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as mixed: Catholic and Protestant Majorities

Education Guide When Moving from Wisconsin to Mississippi

How Much Do Wisconsin to Mississippi Movers Cost?

Moving 910 miles from Wisconsin to Mississippi 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.