Moving from Des Moines, IA to New Orleans, LA
Your Complete Guide
Cost of Living Comparison
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,077-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Des Moines, IA and New Orleans, LA.
Kansas City, MO
A vibrant Midwestern city straddling two states, known for its jazz heritage and barbecue. Features beautiful fountains and a revitalized downtown.
World-class BBQ, jazz music, and the Country Club Plaza
Omaha, NE
A Midwestern gem on the Missouri River, home to Warren Buffett and a surprising food scene. Known for its steaks and the Henry Doorly Zoo.
Henry Doorly Zoo, steakhouses, and Berkshire Hathaway headquarters
Madison, WI
Wisconsin's capital built on an isthmus between two lakes. A progressive college town consistently ranked among the best places to live.
University of Wisconsin, State Street, and farmer's market on the Capitol Square
State Transition Guide: Iowa → Louisiana
Moving from Iowa to Louisiana? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Vehicle Registration
Things to Know About Louisiana
- Louisiana uses parishes instead of counties
- Napoleonic Code influences the legal system
- Flood insurance is strongly recommended in many areas