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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Florida to Louisiana

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

Population4.7M
State Income Tax1.85%-4.25%
Avg Home Price$210,000
Avg Rent$1,050/mo
Property Tax Rate0.55%

Why Are People Moving from Florida to Louisiana?

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

Tax Savings: Florida has no state income tax, compared to 1.85%-4.25% in Louisiana. 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 Louisiana is $190,000 less than Florida, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Louisiana average 50°F, compared to 60°F in Florida.

Jobs & Industry: Louisiana's key industries include Oil & Gas, Tourism, Petrochemicals, which attract professionals from Florida's Tourism and Agriculture sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

654 mi
11.9h drive
Jacksonville, FL
New Orleans, LA
via I-20 West
870 mi
15.8h drive
Miami, FL
New Orleans, LA
via I-10 West
625 mi
11.4h drive
Tampa, FL
New Orleans, LA
via I-10 West
693 mi
12.6h drive
Orlando, FL
New Orleans, LA
via I-10 West
859 mi
15.6h drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL
New Orleans, LA
via I-10 West

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 Louisiana

New Orleans

Population384K
Median Home Price$250,000

Other Major Cities

Baton Rouge
Lafayette
Shreveport

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 740 miles between Florida and Louisiana:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,170
3–4 BR Home
$2,888

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

Florida → Louisiana Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Louisiana within 30 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Louisiana vehicle inspection requirement: Required annually.

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

What's Different: Florida vs Louisiana

Taxes

Florida Income Tax:None
Louisiana Income Tax:1.85%-4.25%
Florida Property Tax:0.89%
Louisiana Property Tax:0.55%

Weather

Florida Summer Avg:92°F
Louisiana Summer Avg:92°F
Florida Winter Avg:60°F
Louisiana Winter Avg:50°F

Cost of Living

Florida COL Index:103
Louisiana COL Index:94
Florida Avg Home Price:$400,000
Louisiana Avg Home Price:$210,000
Florida Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
Louisiana Avg Rent:$1,050/mo

Ready to make the move to Louisiana?

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