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Moving from Florida to Georgia

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Florida to Georgia move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Florida

Population21.5M
State Income Tax0% (None)
Avg Home Price$400,000
Avg Rent$1,700/mo
Property Tax Rate0.89%
DESTINATION

Moving to Georgia

Population10.7M
State Income Tax1%-5.49%
Avg Home Price$340,000
Avg Rent$1,400/mo
Property Tax Rate0.92%

Why Are People Moving from Florida to Georgia?

The migration corridor between Florida and Georgia is a popular interstate move. Thousands of households explore this route every year.

Tax Savings: Florida has no state income tax, compared to 1%-5.49% in Georgia. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. The average home price in Georgia is $60,000 less than Florida, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Georgia average 45°F, compared to 60°F in Florida.

Jobs & Industry: Georgia's key industries include Film & Entertainment, Logistics, Technology, which attract professionals from Florida's Tourism and Agriculture sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

350 mi
5.5h drive
Atlanta, GA
Jacksonville, FL
via I-75 South / I-10 East
163 mi
3h drive
Jacksonville, FL
Savannah, GA
via I-65 North
660 mi
10h drive
Atlanta, GA
Miami, FL
via I-75 South
572 mi
10.4h drive
Miami, FL
Savannah, GA
via I-65 North
460 mi
7h drive
Atlanta, GA
Tampa, FL
via I-75 South
386 mi
7h drive
Tampa, FL
Savannah, GA
via I-65 North
440 mi
6.5h drive
Atlanta, GA
Orlando, FL
via I-75 South / Florida's Turnpike
319 mi
5.8h drive
Orlando, FL
Savannah, GA
via I-65 North
761 mi
13.8h drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Atlanta, GA
via I-95 North / I-10 West
540 mi
9.8h drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Savannah, GA
via I-65 North

Cities in Florida

Jacksonville

Population950K
Median Home Price$280,000

Miami

Population442K
Median Home Price$550,000

Tampa

Population385K
Median Home Price$380,000

Orlando

Population308K
Median Home Price$350,000

Fort Lauderdale

Population183K
Median Home Price$420,000

Cities in Georgia

Atlanta

Population499K
Median Home Price$400,000

Savannah

Population148K
Median Home Price$260,000

Other Major Cities

Augusta
Columbus
Macon

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 465 miles between Florida and Georgia:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,033
3–4 BR Home
$2,558

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

Florida → Georgia Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Georgia driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Georgia within 30 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Georgia after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Georgia vehicle inspection requirement: Emissions only in metro Atlanta.

Things to Know About Georgia

  • • Atlanta is a major film and TV production hub
  • • Ad valorem tax applies when you register a vehicle
  • • Georgia has a birthday tax exemption for those 62+

What's Different: Florida vs Georgia

Taxes

Florida Income Tax:None
Georgia Income Tax:1%-5.49%
Florida Property Tax:0.89%
Georgia Property Tax:0.92%

Weather

Florida Summer Avg:92°F
Georgia Summer Avg:90°F
Florida Winter Avg:60°F
Georgia Winter Avg:45°F

Cost of Living

Florida COL Index:103
Georgia COL Index:93
Florida Avg Home Price:$400,000
Georgia Avg Home Price:$340,000
Florida Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
Georgia Avg Rent:$1,400/mo

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