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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Mississippi to Kentucky

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Mississippi

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

Moving to Kentucky

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

Why Are People Moving from Mississippi to Kentucky?

The migration corridor between Mississippi and Kentucky 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 Kentucky average 35°F, compared to 45°F in Mississippi.

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

Gulfport
Hattiesburg
Jackson
Southaven

Cities in Kentucky

Other Major Cities

Bowling Green
Covington
Lexington

Estimated Moving Cost

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

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

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

MississippiKentucky Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Kentucky within 15 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Kentucky vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Kentucky

  • Home to the Bourbon Trail with major distilleries
  • Kentucky Derby is held annually on the first Saturday in May
  • Property tax on motor vehicles is assessed annually

What's Different: Mississippi vs Kentucky

Taxes

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

Weather

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

Cost of Living

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

Ready to make the move to Kentucky?

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