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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Louisiana to Minnesota

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Louisiana

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

Moving to Minnesota

Population5.7M
State Income Tax5.35%-9.85%
Avg Home Price$330,000
Avg Rent$1,250/mo
Property Tax Rate1.12%

Why Are People Moving from Louisiana to Minnesota?

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

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. Housing in Minnesota costs about $120,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Summers in Minnesota average 80°F, compared to 92°F in Louisiana. Winters in Minnesota average 15°F, compared to 50°F in Louisiana.

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

Cities in Louisiana

Other Major Cities

Baton Rouge
Lafayette
Shreveport

Cities in Minnesota

Other Major Cities

Bloomington
Duluth
Rochester
St. Paul

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1369 miles between Louisiana and Minnesota:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,485
3–4 BR Home
$3,643

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

LouisianaMinnesota Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Minnesota within 60 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Minnesota vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Minnesota

  • Clothing is exempt from sales tax
  • Winter driving requires serious preparation for extreme cold
  • Many employers offer skyway-connected downtown offices

What's Different: Louisiana vs Minnesota

Taxes

Louisiana Income Tax:1.85%-4.25%
Minnesota Income Tax:5.35%-9.85%
Louisiana Property Tax:0.55%
Minnesota Property Tax:1.12%

Weather

Louisiana Summer Avg:92°F
Minnesota Summer Avg:80°F
Louisiana Winter Avg:50°F
Minnesota Winter Avg:15°F

Cost of Living

Louisiana COL Index:94
Minnesota COL Index:101
Louisiana Avg Home Price:$210,000
Minnesota Avg Home Price:$330,000
Louisiana Avg Rent:$1,050/mo
Minnesota Avg Rent:$1,250/mo

Ready to make the move to Minnesota?

Get quotes from interstate carriers that regularly run routes between Louisiana and Minnesota.