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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Florida to New Jersey

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

Population9.3M
State Income Tax1.4%-10.75%
Avg Home Price$470,000
Avg Rent$1,700/mo
Property Tax Rate2.49%

Why Are People Moving from Florida to New Jersey?

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

Tax Savings: Florida has no state income tax, compared to 1.4%-10.75% in New Jersey. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in New Jersey is higher than Florida, but many movers find the tradeoffs worthwhile. Housing in New Jersey costs about $70,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in New Jersey average 32°F, compared to 60°F in Florida.

Jobs & Industry: New Jersey's key industries include Pharmaceuticals, Finance, Technology, which attract professionals from Florida's Tourism and Agriculture sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

No specific city-to-city routes are currently listed for this state pair. Check back soon or explore our Route Directory.

Cities in New Jersey

Elizabeth
Jersey City
Newark
Paterson
Trenton

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between Florida and New Jersey:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

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

FloridaNew Jersey Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a New Jersey driver's license within 60 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in New Jersey within 60 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

New Jersey vehicle inspection requirement: Required every 2 years.

Things to Know About New Jersey

  • Full-service gas only—you cannot pump your own gas
  • Property taxes are the highest in the nation
  • Jughandles are used instead of left turns on many roads

What's Different: Florida vs New Jersey

Taxes

Florida Income Tax:None
New Jersey Income Tax:1.4%-10.75%
Florida Property Tax:0.89%
New Jersey Property Tax:2.49%

Weather

Florida Summer Avg:92°F
New Jersey Summer Avg:84°F
Florida Winter Avg:60°F
New Jersey Winter Avg:32°F

Cost of Living

Florida COL Index:103
New Jersey COL Index:125
Florida Avg Home Price:$400,000
New Jersey Avg Home Price:$470,000
Florida Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
New Jersey Avg Rent:$1,700/mo

Ready to make the move to New Jersey?

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