West Virginia to Mississippi Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from West Virginia to Mississippi

ConsWest Virginia

• Harsh winter cold
• Mountain road ice
• Landlocked state
• Steep, winding roads
• Higher heating bills
• Fewer seafood options
• Limited saltwater fishing
• Short warm-water season
• Fewer casino resorts
• Limited maritime ports
• Rugged terrain commutes
• Limited coastal festivals

ProsMississippi

• Mild winter temps
• Minimal winter ice
• Gulf Coast beaches
• Flatter, straighter drives
• Lower heating costs
• Fresh Gulf seafood
• Abundant saltwater fishing
• Long warm-water season
• Casino entertainment hubs
• Gulfport/Biloxi ports
• Flatland commuting
• Coastal festival scene

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Mississippi

• Hot, humid summers
• Limited winter sports
• Fewer mountain views
• Few whitewater rapids
• Fewer mountain trails
• Groceries fully taxed
• Hurricane evacuation risk
• Higher humidity levels
• More mosquitoes
• Higher wind insurance
• Milder fall colors
• Warm, sticky nights

West Virginia

• Cooler summer temps
• Winter snow sports
• Mountain scenery
• Whitewater rafting
• Extensive hiking trails
• Lower grocery taxes
• Lower hurricane risk
• Lower humidity levels
• Fewer mosquitoes
• Lower homeowners insurance
• Scenic fall foliage
• Cooler nights

Pros of moving from West Virginia to Mississippi

• Say goodbye to harsh winter cold and hello to mild winter temps
• Look forward to moving away from mountain road ice and moving to Mississippi with minimal winter ice
• Swap the landlocked state of West Virginia for Gulf Coast beaches in Mississippi
• Get ready for flatter, straighter drives in Mississippi

Cons of moving from West Virginia to Mississippi

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from cooler summer temps in West Virginia to live with hot, humid summers in Mississippi
• You'll lose out on the pro of winter snow sports and have to settle with the con of limited winter sports
• Time to bid farewell to mountain scenery and get used to fewer mountain views in Mississippi
• Swap whitewater rafting for fewer whitewater rapids

West Virginia vs. Mississippi: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from West Virginia to Mississippi, you will be trading the iconic Pepperoni Roll of West Virginia for the equally delicious Catfish of Mississippi. And while the locals in West Virginia rave about their flavorful Venison and sumptuous Hot Dogs, Mississippi residents know they have tasty Fried Chicken and Po’ Boys to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Ramps they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra of Mississippi. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic West Virginia eateries like Tudor's Biscuit World, Seneca Rocks Dining Room, and The Purple Fiddle. After the boxes are unpacked in Mississippi, don't wait too long before making your way to Mississippi's acclaimed eateries like The Mayflower Café, Weidmann's, and Brent's Drugs.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between West Virginia and Mississippi

• The Colonial and Ranch architecture that West Virginia is known for will be replaced with the Antebellum and Colonial Revival architecture typical of Mississippi.
• Compared to West Virginia's real estate listings that commonly reference mountain views and proximity to parks, Mississippi real estate listings often highlight features like large lots and historic homes.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away. Mississippi is less walkable than West Virginia.
• Mississippi is similarly bike-friendly to West Virginia.
• Mississippi has less of an urban feel than West Virginia.
• Mississippi housing costs are 11% more expensive than they are in West Virginia, with a median home price of $178,490 compared to West Virginia’s $161,063.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Mississippi have increased by 31% compared to a 37% increase in West Virginia.
• Rent in Mississippi is 37.03% more expensive than in West Virginia.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between West Virginia and Mississippi

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from West Virginia to Mississippi. Mississippi gets 23% more sunshine days than West Virginia.
• Mississippi has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to West Virginia.
• Say goodbye to the possible floods and snowstorms in West Virginia, 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 11 degrees warmer than in West Virginia.
• The average winter lows are 14 degrees warmer than they are in West Virginia.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Mississippi. Mississippi receives 14 more inches of rain compared to West Virginia.

Financial & Community Snapshot: West Virginia and Mississippi

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Mississippi tend to earn about 3% less than in West Virginia
• The COLI in Mississippi will be 3% lower than what you are used to living in West Virginia
• There is no change in state income tax between West Virginia and Mississippi
• The affluence in Mississippi is modest compared to modest in West Virginia
• The poverty level is challenging in Mississippi compared to challenging in West Virginia
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in West Virginia and moderate in Mississippi

Political and Religious Climate in West Virginia vs. Mississippi

• West Virginia tends to lean conservative in its political climate
• Mississippi, on the other hand, is often described as conservative
• Mississippi's religious environment can be described as primarily Protestant
• West Virginia's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as primarily Protestant

How Much Do West Virginia to Mississippi Movers Cost?

Moving 797 miles from West Virginia 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.