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Moving from Ohio to Florida

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Ohio

Population11.8M
State Income Tax0%-3.75%
Avg Home Price$220,000
Avg Rent$1,050/mo
Property Tax Rate1.56%
DESTINATION

Moving to Florida

Population21.5M
State Income Tax0% (None)
Avg Home Price$400,000
Avg Rent$1,700/mo
Property Tax Rate0.89%

Why Are People Moving from Ohio to Florida?

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

Tax Savings: Florida has no state income tax, compared to 0%-3.75% in Ohio. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Florida is higher than Ohio, but many movers find the tradeoffs worthwhile. Housing in Florida costs about $180,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Florida average 60°F, compared to 30°F in Ohio.

Jobs & Industry: Florida's key industries include Tourism, Agriculture, Aerospace, which attract professionals from Ohio's Manufacturing and Healthcare sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

871 mi
15.8h drive
Columbus, OH
Jacksonville, FL
via I-65 South
1293 mi
23.5h drive
Columbus, OH
Miami, FL
via I-65 South
900 mi
13h drive
Columbus, OH
Tampa, FL
via I-75 South
1033 mi
18.8h drive
Columbus, OH
Orlando, FL
via I-65 South
1261 mi
22.9h drive
Columbus, OH
Fort Lauderdale, FL
via I-65 South
815 mi
14.8h drive
Cincinnati, OH
Jacksonville, FL
via I-65 South
1242 mi
22.6h drive
Cincinnati, OH
Miami, FL
via I-65 South
1013 mi
18.4h drive
Cincinnati, OH
Tampa, FL
via I-65 South
977 mi
17.8h drive
Cincinnati, OH
Orlando, FL
via I-65 South
1212 mi
22h drive
Cincinnati, OH
Fort Lauderdale, FL
via I-65 South

Cities in Ohio

Columbus

Population906K
Median Home Price$245,000

Cincinnati

Population309K
Median Home Price$200,000

Other Major Cities

Cleveland
Dayton
Toledo

Cities in Florida

Jacksonville

Population950K
Median Home Price$280,000

Miami

Population442K
Median Home Price$550,000

Tampa

Population385K
Median Home Price$380,000

Orlando

Population308K
Median Home Price$350,000

Fort Lauderdale

Population183K
Median Home Price$420,000

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1062 miles between Ohio and Florida:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,331
3–4 BR Home
$3,274

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

Ohio → Florida Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Florida within 30 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Florida vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Florida

  • • No state income tax on wages or salary
  • • Homestead exemption can significantly reduce property taxes
  • • Hurricane preparedness and flood insurance are essential

What's Different: Ohio vs Florida

Taxes

Ohio Income Tax:0%-3.75%
Florida Income Tax:None
Ohio Property Tax:1.56%
Florida Property Tax:0.89%

Weather

Ohio Summer Avg:83°F
Florida Summer Avg:92°F
Ohio Winter Avg:30°F
Florida Winter Avg:60°F

Cost of Living

Ohio COL Index:90
Florida COL Index:103
Ohio Avg Home Price:$220,000
Florida Avg Home Price:$400,000
Ohio Avg Rent:$1,050/mo
Florida Avg Rent:$1,700/mo

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