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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Tennessee to Idaho

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Tennessee

Population6.9M
State Income Tax0% (None)
Avg Home Price$330,000
Avg Rent$1,300/mo
Property Tax Rate0.71%
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 Tennessee to Idaho?

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

Tax Savings: Tennessee has no state income tax, compared to 5.8% in Idaho. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. Housing in Idaho costs about $115,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Idaho average 30°F, compared to 38°F in Tennessee.

Jobs & Industry: Idaho's key industries include Technology, Agriculture, Food Processing, which attract professionals from Tennessee's Healthcare and Music Industry sectors.

Cities in Idaho

Other Major Cities

Coeur d'Alene
Idaho Falls
Meridian
Nampa

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 2165 miles between Tennessee and Idaho:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,883
3–4 BR Home
$4,598

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

TennesseeIdaho 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: Tennessee vs Idaho

Taxes

Tennessee Income Tax:None
Idaho Income Tax:5.8%
Tennessee Property Tax:0.71%
Idaho Property Tax:0.69%

Weather

Tennessee Summer Avg:89°F
Idaho Summer Avg:88°F
Tennessee Winter Avg:38°F
Idaho Winter Avg:30°F

Cost of Living

Tennessee COL Index:91
Idaho COL Index:97
Tennessee Avg Home Price:$330,000
Idaho Avg Home Price:$445,000
Tennessee Avg Rent:$1,300/mo
Idaho Avg Rent:$1,250/mo

Ready to make the move to Idaho?

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