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Making the Move from ID to New Jersey: The Ultimate Moving Guide
Trading wide open mountain terrain for one of the most densely packed states in the country is no small decision. Idaho offers affordable land, a slower pace, and the kind of elbow room that makes it easy to forget just how big the country really is. New Jersey, by contrast, drops you into a fast moving corridor of cities, suburbs, and shoreline where everything from traffic to taxes runs at a completely different intensity. The culture shock alone can catch even well prepared movers off guard, and the cost of living jump tends to land harder than most people expect. Our Snappy Scout team (Chandi & Diane) dug into the real numbers, the logistics, and the lifestyle adjustments you will want to think through long before the moving truck pulls out of the driveway.
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Who's Behind This Guide
Hauling Your Own Move from ID to New Jersey
Average distance
2,450miles
Typical route
I-84 E, I-80 E, I-76 E, I-95 N
Popular moving routes (approx. driving distance):
Boise, ID → Newark, NJ
~2450 miles
Boise, ID → Jersey City, NJ
~2450 miles
Idaho Falls, ID → Trenton, NJ
~2400 miles
Pocatello, ID → Camden, NJ
~2400 miles
Nampa, ID → Paterson, NJ
~2500 miles
Should You Move From Idaho to New Jersey Quiz
Take this 10 question quiz to find out if the move to New Jersey from Idaho is the right call for your lifestyle and preferences.
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What kind of weather makes you happiest?
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Breaking Down the Cost of a ID to New Jersey Relocation
Moving 2,450 miles from Idaho to New Jersey will typically cost between $2,500.00 and $4,500.00 to hire full service movers. See the breakdown below by home size.
Expected Range
$2,500.00–$4,500.00
Expected Time
5–12days
Cost by home size
Studio
$1,260.00
1 Bedroom
$1,860.00
2 Bedrooms
$3,070.00
3 Bedrooms
$4,450.00
4 Bedrooms
$6,400.00
5+ Bedrooms
$7,110.00
| Home Size | Moving Cost | Volume (ft³) | $/ft³ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,260.00 | 300 | $4.2 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,860.00 | 450 | $4.13 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,070.00 | 750 | $4.09 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $4,450.00 | 1,100 | $4.05 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $6,400.00 | 1,600 | $4 |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $7,110.00 | 1,800 | $3.95 |
How we calculated these numbers: We reached out to the owners and operators of more than a dozen nationwide moving companies to figure out how they factor in mileage, weight, volume, timing, origin & termination locations, and approximate home sizes to determine a moving estimate. The results above are what the data nerds at Snappy Scout created based on that info.
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How Will Your Current ID Personality Translate in New Jersey?
Well, it depends. If you're a Beach Bum, PTA President, or Tech Bro, you'll thrive in your move to New Jersey. But if you're more of a Cowboy, Adventure Junkie, or Craft Beer Fan, settling into your new home state may be a bit of a challenge. We scored a variety of different “personalities” on a 10-point scale to show you what to expect from a lifestyle perspective with a relocation from Idaho to New Jersey.
Top 3 winners and losers moving from ID to NJ
Beach Culture
Idaho
3
/10
New Jersey
9.5
/10
Idaho
Giving up
Pristine lakes and rivers, but no ocean swells
New Jersey
Gaining
Boardwalks, roller coasters, saltwater taffy, Stone Pony after-sun encores
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Beach Bums
Cape MayAsbury ParkBeach HavenWildwood
Idaho
3
/10
New Jersey
9.5
/10
PTA Life
Idaho
6
/10
New Jersey
9
/10
Idaho
Giving up
High school spirit, Friday nights, West Ada spreadsheets
New Jersey
Gaining
Friday lights, School pride, NJEA bake sale legends
Recommended NJ cities/areas for PTA Presidents
RidgewoodSummitCherry Hill
Idaho
6
/10
New Jersey
9
/10
Tech Scene
Idaho
6.5
/10
New Jersey
8.5
/10
Idaho
Giving up
Micron HQ, HP campus, scrappy startups over unicorns
New Jersey
Gaining
PATH to Manhattan, Princeton startups, Bell Labs Holmdel echoes
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Tech Bros
Idaho
6.5
/10
New Jersey
8.5
/10
Cowboys
Idaho
8
/10
New Jersey
2
/10
Idaho
Giving up
Snake River Stampede, county fairs, boot stores everywhere
New Jersey
Gaining
Cowtown Rodeo thrills, but spurs feel lonely off Turnpike
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Cowboys
PilesgroveAugusta
Idaho
8
/10
New Jersey
2
/10
Adventure Activities
Idaho
9.5
/10
New Jersey
6
/10
Idaho
Giving up
Sawtooth trails, Brundage powder, Perrine Bridge jumps, South Fork of the Salmon River
New Jersey
Gaining
Appalachian Trail miles, Pine Barrens paddles, High Point views
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Adventure Junkies
VernonHardwickHammonton
Idaho
9.5
/10
New Jersey
6
/10
Craft Beer Culture
Idaho
9
/10
New Jersey
8
/10
Idaho
Giving up
Payette Brewing pints, Barbarian sours, Laughing Dog lakeside
New Jersey
Gaining
Kane waves, Carton cans, Mudhen Brew, Cape May Brewing, boardwalk buzz
Recommended NJ cities/areas for Craft Beer Fans
OceanAtlantic HighlandsCape MayWildwood
Idaho
9
/10
New Jersey
8
/10
Local Perspective
What moment, smell, or ritual captures the soul of New Jersey?
The smell of the ocean. The sound of the seagulls down the shore. The train whistles from the local commuter lines.
– Diane Briante
New Jersey Local
Lifestyle differences between living in Idaho and living in New Jersey
IdahoNew Jersey
Eating Like a Local in ID vs New Jersey
Eating Like a Local in Idaho
Many restaurants have Navajo tacos on the menu. It's a Western favorite and there's nothing special to ordering it — though you should ask what the spice level is if you're sensitive to that.
Chandi LynIdaho Local ExpertEating Like a Local in New Jersey
Every diner has something they're famous for. Order that. Don't order something too fancy. Avoid the red sauce unless you have inside information that it doesn't come from a can. Splurge on those amazing looking cakes or pies. And we judge diners by their fries. If their fries aren't good, we might not be back.
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From ID to New Jersey: How Your Tax Story Changes
Idaho
New Jersey
IdahovsNew Jersey
State Income Tax
State Income TaxFlat 5.8% statewide, grocery tax credit helps offset food sales tax
Progressive 1.4% to 10.75%, top rate over $1M, multiple brackets
Idaho
Flat 5.8% statewide, grocery tax credit helps offset food sales tax
VS
New Jersey
Progressive 1.4% to 10.75%, top rate over $1M, multiple brackets
Property Taxes
Property TaxesAda and Kootenai higher with rapid growth, Eastern Idaho lower, homestead exemption helps
North Jersey suburbs like Bergen and Essex pricier, South Jersey lower, Jersey City abatements
Idaho
Ada and Kootenai higher with rapid growth, Eastern Idaho lower, homestead exemption helps
VS
New Jersey
North Jersey suburbs like Bergen and Essex pricier, South Jersey lower, Jersey City abatements
The No-Nonsense Values, Beliefs, & Politics Picture: ID vs New Jersey
Idaho
New Jersey
IdahovsNew Jersey
People
PeopleOutdoorsy, neighborly, generally welcoming, always willing to pitch in and help
Direct, fast talking, proudly diverse, neighborhood loyal, bagel and pizza opinions unshakeable
Idaho
Outdoorsy, neighborly, generally welcoming, always willing to pitch in and help
VS
New Jersey
Direct, fast talking, proudly diverse, neighborhood loyal, bagel and pizza opinions unshakeable
Politics
Deep red statewide, Boise city tilts blue, Moscow and Sun Valley are progressive pockets
Reliably blue statewide, GOP strength in Ocean Monmouth Sussex, suburban moderates swing
Idaho
Deep red statewide, Boise city tilts blue, Moscow and Sun Valley are progressive pockets
VS
New Jersey
Reliably blue statewide, GOP strength in Ocean Monmouth Sussex, suburban moderates swing
Religion
ReligionMostly Christian, strong LDS in eastern Idaho, evangelicals statewide, unaffiliated rising in Boise
Largely Christian, many Catholics, notable Jewish in Lakewood and Teaneck, growing Hindu Muslim unaffiliated
Idaho
Mostly Christian, strong LDS in eastern Idaho, evangelicals statewide, unaffiliated rising in Boise
VS
New Jersey
Largely Christian, many Catholics, notable Jewish in Lakewood and Teaneck, growing Hindu Muslim unaffiliated
What Looks Different About the Seasons When You Move from ID to New Jersey
SUMMER
Idaho
High desert broiler mode (triple digits in Treasure Valley, breezy at the lakes up north).
New Jersey
boardwalk waffle iron (sticky 90s inland, ocean breeze tempers the Shore)
WINTER
Idaho
Icebox roulette vibe (Idaho Falls and Rexburg bitter cold, Boise inversion gloom, Panhandle snow globe).
New Jersey
puffer coat roulette (High Point bites, Cape May shrugs)
My Favorite Thing About Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall in New Jersey
The first day warm enough to hang out on the beach, the leaves changing in the fall - and the taste of my first Curley fries in Wildwood. The best!
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Learn More About Moving to New Jersey
By now, you're hopefully fully aware that at Snappy Scout, our moving guides aren't like the rest! Now that you've compared the aspects of leaving behind Idaho, take a deeper dive into the specifics of moving to New Jersey. No boring census stats... we promise! Just practical real advice from New Jersey local experts.
Moving toElizabeth
EWR Roar, 13A, Pastéis, And Port Crane Views
Moving toJersey City
A Deep Look At The Only City To Have Two PATH Stops In Its Limits
Moving toNewark
Ironbound Eats, PATH Zips, Branch Brook Park Blooms
