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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Oklahoma to New Jersey

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Oklahoma

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

Moving to New Jersey

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

Why Are People Moving from Oklahoma to New Jersey?

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

Cost of Living: The cost of living in New Jersey is higher than Oklahoma, but many movers find the tradeoffs worthwhile. Housing in New Jersey costs about $275,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in New Jersey average 32°F, compared to 38°F in Oklahoma.

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

Other Major Cities

Broken Arrow
Norman
Tulsa

Cities in New Jersey

Elizabeth
Jersey City
Newark
Paterson
Trenton

Estimated Moving Cost

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

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

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

OklahomaNew Jersey Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in New Jersey within 60 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

New Jersey vehicle inspection requirement: Required every 2 years.

Things to Know About New Jersey

  • Full-service gas only—you cannot pump your own gas
  • Property taxes are the highest in the nation
  • Jughandles are used instead of left turns on many roads

What's Different: Oklahoma vs New Jersey

Taxes

Oklahoma Income Tax:0.25%-4.75%
New Jersey Income Tax:1.4%-10.75%
Oklahoma Property Tax:0.90%
New Jersey Property Tax:2.49%

Weather

Oklahoma Summer Avg:93°F
New Jersey Summer Avg:84°F
Oklahoma Winter Avg:38°F
New Jersey Winter Avg:32°F

Cost of Living

Oklahoma COL Index:87
New Jersey COL Index:125
Oklahoma Avg Home Price:$195,000
New Jersey Avg Home Price:$470,000
Oklahoma Avg Rent:$950/mo
New Jersey Avg Rent:$1,700/mo

Ready to make the move to New Jersey?

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