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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Kansas to Mississippi

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Kansas

Population2.9M
State Income Tax3.1%-5.7%
Avg Home Price$215,000
Avg Rent$1,000/mo
Property Tax Rate1.41%
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Moving to Mississippi

Population3.0M
State Income Tax0%-5%
Avg Home Price$170,000
Avg Rent$900/mo
Property Tax Rate0.81%

Why Are People Moving from Kansas to Mississippi?

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

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

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Mississippi average 45°F, compared to 32°F in Kansas.

Jobs & Industry: Mississippi's key industries include Agriculture, Manufacturing, Military, which attract professionals from Kansas's Aviation 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 Kansas

Kansas City
Overland Park
Topeka
Wichita

Cities in Mississippi

Gulfport
Hattiesburg
Jackson
Southaven

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between Kansas and Mississippi:

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

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

KansasMississippi Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Mississippi within 30 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Mississippi vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Mississippi

  • Lowest cost of living of any US state
  • First $5,000 in income is tax-free
  • Hurricane and flood insurance recommended in coastal areas

What's Different: Kansas vs Mississippi

Taxes

Kansas Income Tax:3.1%-5.7%
Mississippi Income Tax:0%-5%
Kansas Property Tax:1.41%
Mississippi Property Tax:0.81%

Weather

Kansas Summer Avg:91°F
Mississippi Summer Avg:92°F
Kansas Winter Avg:32°F
Mississippi Winter Avg:45°F

Cost of Living

Kansas COL Index:89
Mississippi COL Index:84
Kansas Avg Home Price:$215,000
Mississippi Avg Home Price:$170,000
Kansas Avg Rent:$1,000/mo
Mississippi Avg Rent:$900/mo

Ready to make the move to Mississippi?

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