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Moving from Florida to Kentucky

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

Population4.5M
State Income Tax4.5%
Avg Home Price$200,000
Avg Rent$950/mo
Property Tax Rate0.86%

Why Are People Moving from Florida to Kentucky?

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

Tax Savings: Florida has no state income tax, compared to 4.5% in Kentucky. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Kentucky is significantly lower than Florida, which is a major draw for relocating families. The average home price in Kentucky is $200,000 less than Florida, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Kentucky average 35°F, compared to 60°F in Florida.

Jobs & Industry: Kentucky's key industries include Bourbon, Automotive, Agriculture, which attract professionals from Florida's Tourism and Agriculture sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

774 mi
14.1h drive
Jacksonville, FL
Louisville, KY
via I-95 North / I-10 West
1199 mi
21.8h drive
Miami, FL
Louisville, KY
via I-65 North
958 mi
17.4h drive
Tampa, FL
Louisville, KY
via I-65 North
932 mi
16.9h drive
Orlando, FL
Louisville, KY
via I-65 North
1170 mi
21.3h drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Louisville, KY
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 Kentucky

Louisville

Population633K
Median Home Price$220,000

Other Major Cities

Bowling Green
Covington
Lexington

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1007 miles between Florida and Kentucky:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,304
3–4 BR Home
$3,208

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

Florida → Kentucky Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Kentucky within 15 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Kentucky vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Kentucky

  • • Home to the Bourbon Trail with major distilleries
  • • Kentucky Derby is held annually on the first Saturday in May
  • • Property tax on motor vehicles is assessed annually

What's Different: Florida vs Kentucky

Taxes

Florida Income Tax:None
Kentucky Income Tax:4.5%
Florida Property Tax:0.89%
Kentucky Property Tax:0.86%

Weather

Florida Summer Avg:92°F
Kentucky Summer Avg:87°F
Florida Winter Avg:60°F
Kentucky Winter Avg:35°F

Cost of Living

Florida COL Index:103
Kentucky COL Index:90
Florida Avg Home Price:$400,000
Kentucky Avg Home Price:$200,000
Florida Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
Kentucky Avg Rent:$950/mo

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