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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Kansas to Oregon

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Kansas to Oregon 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%
DESTINATION

Moving to Oregon

Population4.2M
State Income Tax4.75%-9.9%
Avg Home Price$480,000
Avg Rent$1,500/mo
Property Tax Rate0.97%

Why Are People Moving from Kansas to Oregon?

The migration corridor between Kansas and Oregon is a popular interstate move. Kansas has been experiencing net outflow while Oregon continues to attract new residents.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Oregon is higher than Kansas, but many movers find the tradeoffs worthwhile. Housing in Oregon costs about $265,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Summers in Oregon average 80°F, compared to 91°F in Kansas. Winters in Oregon average 40°F, compared to 32°F in Kansas.

Jobs & Industry: Oregon's key industries include Technology, Forestry, Agriculture, 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 Oregon

Other Major Cities

Bend
Eugene
Medford
Salem

Estimated Moving Cost

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

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

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

KansasOregon Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Oregon within 30 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Oregon vehicle inspection requirement: Emissions in Portland metro.

Things to Know About Oregon

  • No sales tax on any purchases
  • Attendants pump your gas in most of the state
  • DEQ emissions testing required in Portland metro area

What's Different: Kansas vs Oregon

Taxes

Kansas Income Tax:3.1%-5.7%
Oregon Income Tax:4.75%-9.9%
Kansas Property Tax:1.41%
Oregon Property Tax:0.97%

Weather

Kansas Summer Avg:91°F
Oregon Summer Avg:80°F
Kansas Winter Avg:32°F
Oregon Winter Avg:40°F

Cost of Living

Kansas COL Index:89
Oregon COL Index:113
Kansas Avg Home Price:$215,000
Oregon Avg Home Price:$480,000
Kansas Avg Rent:$1,000/mo
Oregon Avg Rent:$1,500/mo

Ready to make the move to Oregon?

Get quotes from interstate carriers that regularly run routes between Kansas and Oregon.