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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Florida to Idaho

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

Population1.8M
State Income Tax5.8%
Avg Home Price$445,000
Avg Rent$1,250/mo
Property Tax Rate0.69%

Why Are People Moving from Florida to Idaho?

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

Tax Savings: Florida has no state income tax, compared to 5.8% in Idaho. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Idaho average 30°F, compared to 60°F in Florida.

Jobs & Industry: Idaho's key industries include Technology, Agriculture, Food Processing, which attract professionals from Florida's Tourism and Agriculture sectors.

Cities in Idaho

Other Major Cities

Coeur d'Alene
Idaho Falls
Meridian
Nampa

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 2899 miles between Florida and Idaho:

Studio / 1 BR
$2,250
3–4 BR Home
$5,479

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

FloridaIdaho Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Idaho driver's license within 90 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Idaho within 90 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Idaho vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Idaho

  • One of the fastest-growing states in the US
  • No vehicle inspections required
  • Concealed carry without a permit is allowed

What's Different: Florida vs Idaho

Taxes

Florida Income Tax:None
Idaho Income Tax:5.8%
Florida Property Tax:0.89%
Idaho Property Tax:0.69%

Weather

Florida Summer Avg:92°F
Idaho Summer Avg:88°F
Florida Winter Avg:60°F
Idaho Winter Avg:30°F

Cost of Living

Florida COL Index:103
Idaho COL Index:97
Florida Avg Home Price:$400,000
Idaho Avg Home Price:$445,000
Florida Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
Idaho Avg Rent:$1,250/mo

Ready to make the move to Idaho?

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