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Ann Broadbent
“I have lived in Utah for nearly four decades, and never cease to be profoundly impacted by its incredible beauty.…”
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UT to OH Relocation: How Life Changes After the Move
Trading red rock canyons and mountain trails for the rolling green hills of the Midwest is a bigger lifestyle shift than most people anticipate. Utah and Ohio sit on opposite ends of the cultural and geographic spectrum, from the dry, high altitude air of Salt Lake City to the humid, four season climate of Columbus or Cleveland. The cost of living math looks appealing on paper, but the day to day adjustments in weather, community culture, and commuting patterns tend to catch newcomers off guard. Our Snappy Scout team (Ann & Heather) dug into the real costs, logistics, and lifestyle changes you need to understand before packing the first box.
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Could You Drive a Moving Truck from Utah to OH?
Average distance
1,750miles
Typical route
I-70 E and I-15 N are the major highways you'd drive to get from Utah to Ohio
Popular moving routes (approx. driving distance):
Salt Lake City, UT → Columbus, OH
~1750 miles
Salt Lake City, UT → Cleveland, OH
~1800 miles
Provo, UT → Cincinnati, OH
~1800 miles
St. George, UT → Columbus, OH
~1950 miles
Ogden, UT → Toledo, OH
~1750 miles
Should You Move From Utah to Ohio Quiz
Take this 10 question quiz to find out if the move to Ohio from Utah is the right call for your lifestyle and preferences.
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What kind of weather makes you happiest?
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Decoding the Cost of a Utah to OH Move
Moving 1,750 miles from Utah to Ohio 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
4–11days
Cost by home size
Studio
$1,270.00
1 Bedroom
$1,870.00
2 Bedrooms
$3,080.00
3 Bedrooms
$4,460.00
4 Bedrooms
$6,410.00
5+ Bedrooms
$7,120.00
| Home Size | Moving Cost | Volume (ft³) | $/ft³ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,270.00 | 300 | $4.23 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,870.00 | 450 | $4.16 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,080.00 | 750 | $4.11 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $4,460.00 | 1,100 | $4.05 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $6,410.00 | 1,600 | $4.01 |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $7,120.00 | 1,800 | $3.96 |
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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Could You See Yourself Thriving in OH?
Well, it depends. If you're a Coffee Snob, Surfer Dude, or College Student, you'll thrive in your move to Ohio. But if you're more of a Cowboy, Stay at Home Mom, or Binge Shopper, 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 Utah to Ohio.
Top 3 winners and losers moving from UT to OH
Coffee Culture
Utah
6
/10
Ohio
8
/10
Utah
Giving up
Publik roasts, La Barba, and Blue Copper cuppings.
Ohio
Gaining
Fox in the Snow (bring cash, they don't take cards), Rising Star, Deeper Roots bliss
Recommended OH cities/areas for Coffee Snobs
Utah
6
/10
Ohio
8
/10
Surfing
Utah
2
/10
Ohio
3.5
/10
Utah
Giving up
Wake surf Lake Powell, but no Pacific sets or salt.
Ohio
Gaining
Edgewater winter waves exist, but brrr and inconsistent and you'll need a wetsuit until June
Recommended OH cities/areas for Surfer Dudes
ClevelandLorain
Utah
2
/10
Ohio
3.5
/10
University Life
Utah
8.5
/10
Ohio
9.5
/10
Utah
Giving up
BYU, U of U, and Utah State rivalry energy, SUU, Utah Tech.
Ohio
Gaining
OSU madness, OU fests, Miami traditions, late tacos (and Insomnia Cookies at 2am)
Recommended OH cities/areas for College Students
Utah
8.5
/10
Ohio
9.5
/10
Cowboys
Utah
8.5
/10
Ohio
4.5
/10
Utah
Giving up
Ogden Pioneer Days, Heber rodeos, Uintah Basin ranch culture, Cross Hollow Arena, Dixie Roundup rodeo.
Ohio
Gaining
Ohio State Fair livestock thrills, not true ranch country, just scattered hobby farms and county fairs
Recommended OH cities/areas for Cowboys
CirclevilleDelaware
Utah
8.5
/10
Ohio
4.5
/10
Stay At Home Moms
Utah
8.5
/10
Ohio
7.5
/10
Utah
Giving up
Thanksgiving Point outings, Daybreak parks, Lagoon summer passes, All Abilities Park
Ohio
Gaining
Top schools, splash pads, COSI weekend wins and you can actually afford to live in the good school districts
Recommended OH cities/areas for Stay at Home Moms
DublinMasonWesterville
Utah
8.5
/10
Ohio
7.5
/10
Shopping
Utah
6
/10
Ohio
5.5
/10
Utah
Giving up
City Creek splurges, Fashion Place hauls, Station Park therapy.
Ohio
Gaining
Easton, Kenwood, Crocker Park tempt, wallet whimpers especially during tax-free weekend
Recommended OH cities/areas for Binge Shoppers
Utah
6
/10
Ohio
5.5
/10
Local Perspective
What moment, smell, or ritual captures the soul of Ohio?
The cardinals and robins chirping, and the feral howls of OSU football fans.
– Heather Taylor
Ohio Local
Lifestyle differences between living in Utah and living in Ohio
UtahOhio
Utah to OH: A Hungry Person's Guide to Local Food
Eating Like a Local in Utah
Steak, french fries with fry sauce.
Sweet Pork Burrito Supreme with rice and beans, sour cream and guacamole
Ann BroadbentUtah Local ExpertEating Like a Local in Ohio
if you want to eat like a real Buckeye, you gotta get Cincinnati chili the right way. It’s this weird, thin, spiced-up meat sauce (cinnamon and allspice vibes, no beans in the base) served over spaghetti. Don’t call it “chili” like Texas stuff, we know it’s different. Tips on ordering it: 3-way: Spaghetti + chili + a mountain of shredded cheddar cheese.
4-way: Add onions or beans.
5-way: All of it, cheese, onions, and beans.
Always ask for oyster crackers on the side and hit it with hot sauce. And whatever you do, don’t put beans on first if you’re ordering a 4-way, locals will side-eye you hard.
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What the Move to OH from Utah Looks Like for Your Tax Reality
Utah
Ohio
UtahvsOhio
State Income Tax
State Income TaxFlat 4.55 percent statewide
Graduated, roughly 0 to 3.99%. Many cities levy 1 to 3%. Columbus is 2.5%, so budget accordingly if you work in the city
Utah
Flat 4.55 percent statewide
VS
Ohio
Graduated, roughly 0 to 3.99%. Many cities levy 1 to 3%. Columbus is 2.5%, so budget accordingly if you work in the city
Property Taxes
Property TaxesModerate effective rates, Salt Lake County higher, Park City pricier, rural counties lowest
Higher in Cuyahoga, Franklin, Hamilton, Delaware, lower in many Appalachian counties. Delaware County property taxes fund those top-rated schools everyone moves there for
Utah
Moderate effective rates, Salt Lake County higher, Park City pricier, rural counties lowest
VS
Ohio
Higher in Cuyahoga, Franklin, Hamilton, Delaware, lower in many Appalachian counties. Delaware County property taxes fund those top-rated schools everyone moves there for
The Political, Cultural, & Religious Divide of Utah vs OH
Utah
Ohio
UtahvsOhio
People
PeopleFamously friendly, family centered, outdoorsy, earnest, neighbor helpful
Midwestern nice, sports obsessed, weather tough, proudly local, big on neighborly favors. They'll help you shovel out after a snowstorm without being asked
Utah
Famously friendly, family centered, outdoorsy, earnest, neighbor helpful
VS
Ohio
Midwestern nice, sports obsessed, weather tough, proudly local, big on neighborly favors. They'll help you shovel out after a snowstorm without being asked
Politics
Deep red statewide, Salt Lake City and Moab bluer, college towns lean progressive
Once swingy, trending red statewide, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo reliably blue. But Athens and Oberlin punch way above their weight for progressive pockets
Utah
Deep red statewide, Salt Lake City and Moab bluer, college towns lean progressive
VS
Ohio
Once swingy, trending red statewide, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo reliably blue. But Athens and Oberlin punch way above their weight for progressive pockets
Religion
ReligionPredominantly LDS, then other Christians, rising unaffiliated, small Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist communities
Mostly Christian, Protestant and Catholic strong, notable Amish in Holmes and Geauga, where you can still buy furniture built without power tools, rising nones
Utah
Predominantly LDS, then other Christians, rising unaffiliated, small Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist communities
VS
Ohio
Mostly Christian, Protestant and Catholic strong, notable Amish in Holmes and Geauga, where you can still buy furniture built without power tools, rising nones
Climate in Utah vs OH: A Local's Unfiltered Perspective
SUMMER
Utah
Red rock broiler mode (triple digits in St. George, asphalt shimmer in Moab), cool mornings and evenings in northern climbs.
Ohio
cornfield sauna vibes (sticky 90s in Cincinnati, lake breeze up north). Though Cleveland can hit 85 and feel like 95 with the humidity rolling off the lake
WINTER
Utah
Mountain freezer (wear that puffy coat along with hat & gloves (Wasatch nights bite, St. George keeps golfing).
Ohio
gray hoodie chill (Snowbelt gets lake effect wallops, southern Ohio mostly slush). Chardon and Ashtabula regularly bury under feet while Columbus gets a dusting
My Favorite Thing About Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall in Ohio
Spring. This is when the flowers bloom, migratory birds start coming home, nature wakes up, everything starts to open again, people are outside again. I love the spring season in Ohio.
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Learn More About Moving to Ohio
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 Utah, take a deeper dive into the specifics of moving to Ohio. No boring census stats... we promise! Just practical real advice from Ohio local experts.
Moving toCincinnati
Chili 3-Ways, Seven Hills, Rheingeist Roofs
Moving toCleveland
Parka On, Pierogi Up, Avoid Dead Man's Curve
Moving toColumbus
Jeni's, The Shoe, Pop Up Storms. Pack Layers
