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State-to-State Guide

Moving from New Jersey to Idaho

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your New Jersey to Idaho move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving New Jersey

Population9.3M
State Income Tax1.4%-10.75%
Avg Home Price$470,000
Avg Rent$1,700/mo
Property Tax Rate2.49%
DESTINATION

Moving to Idaho

Population1.8M
State Income Tax5.8%
Avg Home Price$445,000
Avg Rent$1,250/mo
Property Tax Rate0.69%

Why Are People Moving from New Jersey to Idaho?

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

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Idaho is significantly lower than New Jersey, which is a major draw for relocating families.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Idaho average 30°F, compared to 32°F in New Jersey.

Jobs & Industry: Idaho's key industries include Technology, Agriculture, Food Processing, which attract professionals from New Jersey's Pharmaceuticals and Finance 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 New Jersey

Elizabeth
Jersey City
Newark
Paterson
Trenton

Cities in Idaho

Other Major Cities

Coeur d'Alene
Idaho Falls
Meridian
Nampa

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between New Jersey and Idaho:

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

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

New JerseyIdaho Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Idaho driver's license within 90 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Idaho within 90 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Idaho vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Idaho

  • One of the fastest-growing states in the US
  • No vehicle inspections required
  • Concealed carry without a permit is allowed

What's Different: New Jersey vs Idaho

Taxes

New Jersey Income Tax:1.4%-10.75%
Idaho Income Tax:5.8%
New Jersey Property Tax:2.49%
Idaho Property Tax:0.69%

Weather

New Jersey Summer Avg:84°F
Idaho Summer Avg:88°F
New Jersey Winter Avg:32°F
Idaho Winter Avg:30°F

Cost of Living

New Jersey COL Index:125
Idaho COL Index:97
New Jersey Avg Home Price:$470,000
Idaho Avg Home Price:$445,000
New Jersey Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
Idaho Avg Rent:$1,250/mo

Ready to make the move to Idaho?

Get quotes from interstate carriers that regularly run routes between New Jersey and Idaho.