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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Kentucky to Mississippi

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Kentucky

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

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 Kentucky to Mississippi?

The migration corridor between Kentucky 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 35°F in Kentucky.

Jobs & Industry: Mississippi's key industries include Agriculture, Manufacturing, Military, which attract professionals from Kentucky's Bourbon and Automotive 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 Kentucky

Other Major Cities

Bowling Green
Covington
Lexington

Cities in Mississippi

Gulfport
Hattiesburg
Jackson
Southaven

Estimated Moving Cost

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

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

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

KentuckyMississippi 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: Kentucky vs Mississippi

Taxes

Kentucky Income Tax:4.5%
Mississippi Income Tax:0%-5%
Kentucky Property Tax:0.86%
Mississippi Property Tax:0.81%

Weather

Kentucky Summer Avg:87°F
Mississippi Summer Avg:92°F
Kentucky Winter Avg:35°F
Mississippi Winter Avg:45°F

Cost of Living

Kentucky COL Index:90
Mississippi COL Index:84
Kentucky Avg Home Price:$200,000
Mississippi Avg Home Price:$170,000
Kentucky Avg Rent:$950/mo
Mississippi Avg Rent:$900/mo

Ready to make the move to Mississippi?

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