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Mike Stover
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Moving from TN to Oklahoma: Is It Worth the Cost?
Tennessee and Oklahoma sit close enough on the map to feel familiar, yet the shift between them catches plenty of relocators off guard. Swapping the rolling hills and humid forests of the Volunteer State for the wide open plains and red dirt roads of the Sooner State brings more lifestyle adjustments than most people anticipate. The cost of living may stay affordable in both places, but the culture, climate, and daily rhythms tell a different story once you actually settle in. Our Snappy Scout team (Mike & Shana) dug into the real costs, logistics, and lifestyle changes waiting for you on the other side of this move, so you can pack those boxes with a clear picture of what comes next.
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DIY Move: How Far Is the Drive from TN to Oklahoma?
Average distance
750miles
Typical route
I-40 W and I-44 W
Popular moving routes (approx. driving distance):
Nashville, TN → Oklahoma City, OK
~750 miles
Memphis, TN → Tulsa, OK
~550 miles
Knoxville, TN → Oklahoma City, OK
~950 miles
Chattanooga, TN → Tulsa, OK
~750 miles
Memphis, TN → Oklahoma City, OK
~600 miles
Should You Move From Tennessee to Oklahoma Quiz
Take this 10 question quiz to find out if the move to Oklahoma from Tennessee is the right call for your lifestyle and preferences.
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What kind of weather makes you happiest?
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How Much Do Full-Service Movers Bill to Oklahoma from TN?
Moving 750 miles from Tennessee to Oklahoma 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.
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Is Oklahoma Right for Your Personality?
Well, it depends. If you're a Homesteader or Stay at Home Mom, you'll thrive in your move to Oklahoma. But if you're more of a Tech Bro, Retired Snowbird, or CrossFit Regular, 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 Tennessee to Oklahoma.
Top 3 winners and losers moving from TN to OK
Homesteading
Tennessee
7.5
/10
Oklahoma
9
/10
Tennessee
Giving up
Cumberland Plateau acreage, farm coops, Tractor Supply everywhere
Oklahoma
Gaining
Acreage, chicken coops, OSU Extension knows every seed
Recommended OK cities/areas for Homesteaders
StillwaterGuthrieMcAlester
Tennessee
7.5
/10
Oklahoma
9
/10
Stay At Home Moms
Tennessee
7.5
/10
Oklahoma
8.5
/10
Tennessee
Giving up
Murfreesboro playdates, Memphis Zoo memberships, Nashville library storytime
Oklahoma
Gaining
Playdates at Gathering Place, Edmond splash pads, school spirit
Recommended OK cities/areas for Stay at Home Moms
EdmondJenksNorman
Tennessee
7.5
/10
Oklahoma
8.5
/10
Tech Scene
Tennessee
7.5
/10
Oklahoma
5.5
/10
Tennessee
Giving up
Chattanooga gig internet, Oracle's Nashville campus, Oak Ridge brains
Oklahoma
Gaining
36 Degrees North, fintech meetups, cheap Bricktown lofts
Recommended OK cities/areas for Tech Bros
TulsaOklahoma City
Tennessee
7.5
/10
Oklahoma
5.5
/10
Snowbirds
Tennessee
7
/10
Oklahoma
5.5
/10
Tennessee
Giving up
Tellico Village lakes, low taxes, sunny porch seasons
Oklahoma
Gaining
Mildish winters, Medicine Park charm, not exactly Scottsdale sun
Recommended OK cities/areas for Retired Snowbirds
LawtonDuncanArdmore
Tennessee
7
/10
Oklahoma
5.5
/10
Fitness
Tennessee
8
/10
Oklahoma
7
/10
Tennessee
Giving up
Nashville WOD scene, Knoxville throwdowns at World's Fair Park, RidgeRunner Crossfit
Oklahoma
Gaining
Box communities near Lake Hefner and River Parks runs
Recommended OK cities/areas for CrossFit Regulars
Tennessee
8
/10
Oklahoma
7
/10
Local Perspective
What moment, smell, or ritual captures the soul of Oklahoma?
Being able to see farmland, animals, and open sky from just about anywhere.
– Shana Grandstaff
Oklahoma Local
Lifestyle differences between living in Tennessee and living in Oklahoma
TennesseeOklahoma
The Unspoken Dining Rules of Eating Like a Local in TN and Oklahoma
Eating Like a Local in Tennessee
Locals from Memphis to Roan Mountain know that REAL barbeque comes wet, sweet, and sticky. Vinegar is a cleaning agent, not an ingredient in BBQ.
Mike StoverTennessee Local ExpertEating 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 ExpertOklahoma looking like
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What the Move from TN to Oklahoma Means for Your Taxes
Tennessee
Oklahoma
TennesseevsOklahoma
State Income Tax
State Income TaxNo tax on wages, Hall tax on dividends repealed 2021
Progressive brackets, top rate 4.75%
Tennessee
No tax on wages, Hall tax on dividends repealed 2021
VS
Oklahoma
Progressive brackets, top rate 4.75%
Property Taxes
Property TaxesLower statewide, higher in Shelby and Davidson, Knox and Hamilton moderate, rural low
Low statewide, higher in OKC metro (Oklahoma County) and Tulsa County, rural lowest
Tennessee
Lower statewide, higher in Shelby and Davidson, Knox and Hamilton moderate, rural low
VS
Oklahoma
Low statewide, higher in OKC metro (Oklahoma County) and Tulsa County, rural lowest
Moving from TN to Oklahoma: The Values, Beliefs, & Politics Shift
Tennessee
Oklahoma
TennesseevsOklahoma
People
PeoplePolite, Volunteer State helpful, porch chat friendly, bless your heart energy
Plainspoken, neighborly, tornado tough, Friday night lights faithful
Tennessee
Polite, Volunteer State helpful, porch chat friendly, bless your heart energy
VS
Oklahoma
Plainspoken, neighborly, tornado tough, Friday night lights faithful
Politics
Solid Republican statewide, Nashville and Memphis blue, Chattanooga and Knoxville cores competitive
Deep red statewide, OKC and Tulsa trend moderate blue, tribal governance distinct
Tennessee
Solid Republican statewide, Nashville and Memphis blue, Chattanooga and Knoxville cores competitive
VS
Oklahoma
Deep red statewide, OKC and Tulsa trend moderate blue, tribal governance distinct
Religion
ReligionPredominantly Christian, strong evangelical Baptist, growing unaffiliated, Muslim and Hindu communities in Nashville
Mostly Christian Protestant, strong Baptist and Pentecostal, some Catholic, tribal traditions
Tennessee
Predominantly Christian, strong evangelical Baptist, growing unaffiliated, Muslim and Hindu communities in Nashville
VS
Oklahoma
Mostly Christian Protestant, strong Baptist and Pentecostal, some Catholic, tribal traditions
Locals Weigh In: Weather in TN vs Oklahoma
SUMMER
Tennessee
sweet tea sauna vibes (Memphis bakes, Nashville steams, Smokies cool off at dusk). The lowlands are just plain hot; the mountains are where you want to be.
Oklahoma
windy oven, extra crispy (triple digits happen all over the state)
WINTER
Tennessee
light jacket roulette (Nashville slush, Memphis rain, Gatlinburg steals the snow). Natives say if you don't like Tennessee weather, wait a while; it'll change.
Oklahoma
frigid sneak attacks (OKC shivers, Panhandle blizzards, Tulsa mostly slush)
My Favorite Thing About Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall in Oklahoma
Spring: Seeing tulips, daffodils, and irises emerge as everything becomes green again
Summer: Warm nights looking at the stars while listening to music and drinking iced tea
Fall: Looking at the changing leaves on Turkey Mountain, football gameday energy everywhere you go
Winter: Christmas lights everywhere, especially in small towns on Main Street
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Learn More About Moving to Oklahoma
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 Tennessee, take a deeper dive into the specifics of moving to Oklahoma. No boring census stats... we promise! Just practical real advice from Oklahoma local experts.
Moving toTulsa
Deco Nights, Tulsa Tough Rides, QuikTrip At 2am
