Mykelti moved from Utah to North Carolina in 2025. The main reasons for this move were a job opportunity for her husband Tony, who became a chess instructor in Charlotte, and Mykelti's desire to get away from family drama and have more independence. They also wanted a greener environment and to raise their children away from the drama, while still being somewhat close to some family members who have moved to North Carolina. Prior to this, their move near Mykelti's mother was to provide support after a family separation, but now that support is established, they chose to relocate for better personal and professional opportunities.