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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Tennessee to Maryland

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

Population6.2M
State Income Tax2%-5.75%
Avg Home Price$400,000
Avg Rent$1,650/mo
Property Tax Rate1.09%

Why Are People Moving from Tennessee to Maryland?

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

Tax Savings: Tennessee has no state income tax, compared to 2%-5.75% in Maryland. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Maryland is higher than Tennessee, but many movers find the tradeoffs worthwhile. Housing in Maryland costs about $70,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Maryland average 35°F, compared to 38°F in Tennessee.

Jobs & Industry: Maryland's key industries include Federal Government, Defense, Biotech, which attract professionals from Tennessee's Healthcare and Music Industry sectors.

Cities in Maryland

Other Major Cities

Annapolis
Columbia
Germantown
Silver Spring

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 784 miles between Tennessee and Maryland:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,192
3–4 BR Home
$2,941

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

TennesseeMaryland Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Maryland within 60 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Maryland vehicle inspection requirement: Required for new registrations.

Things to Know About Maryland

  • Many residents work for the federal government or contractors
  • Counties levy their own income taxes on top of state tax
  • E-ZPass is essential for frequent I-95 and tunnel commuters

What's Different: Tennessee vs Maryland

Taxes

Tennessee Income Tax:None
Maryland Income Tax:2%-5.75%
Tennessee Property Tax:0.71%
Maryland Property Tax:1.09%

Weather

Tennessee Summer Avg:89°F
Maryland Summer Avg:87°F
Tennessee Winter Avg:38°F
Maryland Winter Avg:35°F

Cost of Living

Tennessee COL Index:91
Maryland COL Index:120
Tennessee Avg Home Price:$330,000
Maryland Avg Home Price:$400,000
Tennessee Avg Rent:$1,300/mo
Maryland Avg Rent:$1,650/mo

Ready to make the move to Maryland?

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