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Shana Grandstaff
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Your Oklahoma to MS Relocation Guide: How Life Changes After the Move
Two Southern states with deep roots, strong traditions, and a whole lot of humidity might seem like an easy transition on paper, but relocating from Oklahoma to Mississippi comes with more surprises than most people expect. Oklahoma gives you wide open plains, a booming energy sector, and a cost of living that quietly spoils you over time. Mississippi trades the prairie for pine forests, river delta culture, and a slower, more rooted pace of life that takes some genuine adjustment. Our Snappy Scout team (Shana & Katherine) dug into the costs, logistics, and lifestyle shifts you should plan for before you start loading the moving truck.
Our Local Experts Guiding Your Move
How to Get from Oklahoma to Mississippi with a Moving Truck
Average distance
750miles
Typical route
I-40 E and I-55 S
Popular moving routes (approx. driving distance):
Oklahoma City, OK → Jackson, MS
~750 miles
Tulsa, OK → Jackson, MS
~750 miles
Oklahoma City, OK → Biloxi, MS
~850 miles
Tulsa, OK → Gulfport, MS
~850 miles
Norman, OK → Hattiesburg, MS
~800 miles
How Much Do Professional Movers Bill from Oklahoma to Mississippi?
Moving 750 miles from Oklahoma to Mississippi will typically cost between $2,500.00 and $5,000.00 to hire full service movers. See the breakdown below by home size.
Expected Range
$2,500.00–$5,000.00
Expected Time
3–10days
Cost by home size
Studio
$1,430.00
1 Bedroom
$2,130.00
2 Bedrooms
$3,500.00
3 Bedrooms
$5,080.00
4 Bedrooms
$7,310.00
5+ Bedrooms
$8,130.00
| Home Size | Moving Cost | Volume (ft³) | $/ft³ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,430.00 | 300 | $4.77 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,130.00 | 450 | $4.73 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,500.00 | 750 | $4.67 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,080.00 | 1,100 | $4.62 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $7,310.00 | 1,600 | $4.57 |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $8,130.00 | 1,800 | $4.52 |
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.
What Type of Person Thrives After Moving from Oklahoma to Mississippi?
Well, it depends. If you're a Beach Bum, College Student, or Homesteader, you'll thrive in your move to Mississippi. But if you're more of a Yoga Instructor, 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 Oklahoma to Mississippi.
Top 3 winners and losers moving from OK to MS
Beach Culture
Oklahoma
3
/10
Mississippi
4
/10
Oklahoma
Giving up
Grand Lake coves, Blue Whale selfies, still no surf
Mississippi
Gaining
Biloxi's sand is super soft, but locals know better than to go in the water. Better for sunsets and oysters.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Beach Bums
BiloxiPass Christian
Oklahoma
3
/10
Mississippi
4
/10
University Life
Oklahoma
8.5
/10
Mississippi
9
/10
Oklahoma
Giving up
OU gamedays, Eskimo Joe's fries, UCO campus concerts
Mississippi
Gaining
Ole Miss, Bulldogs, and Southern Miss tailgates rule.
Recommended MS cities/areas for College Students
OxfordStarkvilleHattiesburg
Oklahoma
8.5
/10
Mississippi
9
/10
Homesteading
Oklahoma
9
/10
Mississippi
9.5
/10
Oklahoma
Giving up
Acreage, chicken coops, OSU Extension knows every seed
Mississippi
Gaining
Acreage, chicken coops, Homochitto National Forest weekends.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Homesteaders
LaurelBrookhavenKosciusko
Oklahoma
9
/10
Mississippi
9.5
/10
Adventure Activities
Oklahoma
9
/10
Mississippi
7.5
/10
Oklahoma
Giving up
Wichita Mountains climbs, Broken Bow boating, Turkey Mountain trails
Mississippi
Gaining
Sandstone bluffs, Clark Creek falls, Mississippi Gulf breezes.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Adventure Junkies
Tishomingo State ParkClark CreekBuccaneer State Park
Oklahoma
9
/10
Mississippi
7.5
/10
Yoga
Oklahoma
6.5
/10
Mississippi
5
/10
Oklahoma
Giving up
Sunrise flows at Scissortail Park and Turkey Mountain
Mississippi
Gaining
Sunrise flows at Sardis Lake, Ocean Springs beach meditations.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Yoga Instructors
OxfordOcean SpringsJackson
Oklahoma
6.5
/10
Mississippi
5
/10
Craft Beer Culture
Oklahoma
8.5
/10
Mississippi
7.5
/10
Oklahoma
Giving up
Prairie Artisan pours, American Solera sours, COOP taproom chatter
Mississippi
Gaining
Lazy Magnolia, Southern Prohibition, and Chandeleur Island pints.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Craft Beer Fans
KilnHattiesburgGulfport
Oklahoma
8.5
/10
Mississippi
7.5
/10
Local Perspective
What moment, smell, or ritual captures the soul of Mississippi?
Living on the Coast, it's fresh beignets with powdered sugar under the shade of a live oak while looking out at the Gulf with the sound of C-130s roaring overhead.
– Katherine Mines
Mississippi Local
Lifestyle differences between living in Oklahoma and living in Mississippi
OklahomaMississippi
How the Way Locals Eat Looks Different When You Move from Oklahoma to Mississippi
Eating Like a Local in Oklahoma
Our state dish was selected because it is the truth. We eat chicken fried steak, usually served with mashed potatoes and fried okra, and covered in cream gravy.
Shana GrandstaffOklahoma Local ExpertEating Like a Local in Mississippi
When you're in Mississippi, it's essential that you "get in a pinch" and suck some guts out of a crawfish at least once. Wear a shirt you can get messy, and don't even think about donning one of those plastic bibs--the locals will definitely lose respect for you.
Katherine MinesMississippi Local ExpertThe Unfiltered Tax Shift of Moving from Oklahoma to Mississippi
Oklahoma
Mississippi
OklahomavsMississippi
State Income Tax
State Income TaxProgressive brackets, top rate 4.75%
Flat 5% phasing toward 4% by 2026
Oklahoma
Progressive brackets, top rate 4.75%
VS
Mississippi
Flat 5% phasing toward 4% by 2026
Property Taxes
Property TaxesLow statewide, higher in OKC metro (Oklahoma County) and Tulsa County, rural lowest
Jackson millage higher, Madison and Rankin moderate, Gulf Coast manageable, rural counties lower
Oklahoma
Low statewide, higher in OKC metro (Oklahoma County) and Tulsa County, rural lowest
VS
Mississippi
Jackson millage higher, Madison and Rankin moderate, Gulf Coast manageable, rural counties lower
The Values, Beliefs, & Politics Landscape of Oklahoma vs Mississippi
Oklahoma
Mississippi
OklahomavsMississippi
People
PeoplePlainspoken, neighborly, tornado tough, Friday night lights faithful
In no hurry, deeply hospitable, church supper devotees, porch chat pros, generous to neighbors and newcomers alike
Oklahoma
Plainspoken, neighborly, tornado tough, Friday night lights faithful
VS
Mississippi
In no hurry, deeply hospitable, church supper devotees, porch chat pros, generous to neighbors and newcomers alike
Politics
Deep red statewide, OKC and Tulsa trend moderate blue, tribal governance distinct
Solidly conservative statewide, with blue pockets in Jackson, the Delta, Oxford, Starkville
Oklahoma
Deep red statewide, OKC and Tulsa trend moderate blue, tribal governance distinct
VS
Mississippi
Solidly conservative statewide, with blue pockets in Jackson, the Delta, Oxford, Starkville
Religion
ReligionMostly Christian Protestant, strong Baptist and Pentecostal, some Catholic, tribal traditions
Mostly Protestant Baptist and nondenominational, strong Black churches, more Catholic and Pentecostal presence on Coast
Oklahoma
Mostly Christian Protestant, strong Baptist and Pentecostal, some Catholic, tribal traditions
VS
Mississippi
Mostly Protestant Baptist and nondenominational, strong Black churches, more Catholic and Pentecostal presence on Coast
Weather Differences Between Oklahoma and Mississippi
SUMMER
Oklahoma
windy oven, extra crispy (triple digits happen all over the state)
Mississippi
swamp sauna deluxe (Delta sizzles, Biloxi breathes through a wet towel)
WINTER
Oklahoma
frigid sneak attacks (OKC shivers, Panhandle blizzards, Tulsa mostly slush)
Mississippi
light-medium jacket weather, long pants optional (Tupelo gets surprise ice, the Coast freaks out when temps dip below 60)
My Favorite Thing About Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall in Mississippi
My favorite season in Mississippi is Mardi Gras season! Starting on the Eve of Epiphany, or the 12th day of Christmas, the Mardi Gras season is filled with parades, fancy balls, and every flavor of king cake you could imagine (and whoever gets the baby has to buy the next king cake). This isn't New Orleans Mardi Gras, it's fun--and appropriate--for the whole family.
Katherine MinesMississippi Local ExpertNext Steps
Learn More About Moving to Mississippi
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 Oklahoma, take a deeper dive into the specifics of moving to Mississippi. No boring census stats... we promise! Just practical real advice from Mississippi local experts.
Moving toBiloxi
Prep Your Flood Insurance and Hurricane Kit
