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Moving from Minnesota to Oklahoma

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Minnesota

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

Moving to Oklahoma

Population4.0M
State Income Tax0.25%-4.75%
Avg Home Price$195,000
Avg Rent$950/mo
Property Tax Rate0.90%

Why Are People Moving from Minnesota to Oklahoma?

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

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Oklahoma is significantly lower than Minnesota, which is a major draw for relocating families. The average home price in Oklahoma is $135,000 less than Minnesota, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Summers in Oklahoma average 93°F, compared to 80°F in Minnesota. Winters in Oklahoma average 38°F, compared to 15°F in Minnesota.

Jobs & Industry: Oklahoma's key industries include Energy, Agriculture, Aviation, which attract professionals from Minnesota's Healthcare and Finance sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

902 mi
16.4h drive
Minneapolis, MN
Oklahoma City, OK
via I-35 South

Cities in Minnesota

Minneapolis

Population430K
Median Home Price$320,000

Other Major Cities

Bloomington
Duluth
Rochester
St. Paul

Cities in Oklahoma

Oklahoma City

Population681K
Median Home Price$195,000

Other Major Cities

Broken Arrow
Norman
Tulsa

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 902 miles between Minnesota and Oklahoma:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,251
3–4 BR Home
$3,082

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

Minnesota → Oklahoma Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Oklahoma within 30 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Oklahoma vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Oklahoma

  • • Located in Tornado Alley—storm shelters are common
  • • Ad valorem tax on vehicles assessed annually
  • • Route 66 heritage is celebrated throughout the state

What's Different: Minnesota vs Oklahoma

Taxes

Minnesota Income Tax:5.35%-9.85%
Oklahoma Income Tax:0.25%-4.75%
Minnesota Property Tax:1.12%
Oklahoma Property Tax:0.90%

Weather

Minnesota Summer Avg:80°F
Oklahoma Summer Avg:93°F
Minnesota Winter Avg:15°F
Oklahoma Winter Avg:38°F

Cost of Living

Minnesota COL Index:101
Oklahoma COL Index:87
Minnesota Avg Home Price:$330,000
Oklahoma Avg Home Price:$195,000
Minnesota Avg Rent:$1,250/mo
Oklahoma Avg Rent:$950/mo

Ready to make the move to Oklahoma?

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