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What to know before moving from Birmingham to Hialeah

Moving from Birmingham to Hialeah means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Birmingham than in Hialeah, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Birmingham compares to Hialeah so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Hialeah are 120% higher than in Birmingham, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Birmingham.
  Home prices in Hialeah are 257.8% higher than in Birmingham.
• Income in Hialeah is 9.6% higher than in Birmingham, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Hialeah include Sedano's Supermarkets, Cordis International, and Citrus Health Network.
• The cost of living for a single person in Hialeah is 5.0% lower than in Birmingham. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Hialeah is 6.2% lower than in Birmingham.
• The unemployment rate in Hialeah is 58.93% higher than in Birmingham.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Hialeah, since the city’s sales taxes in Hialeah are 30.00% lower than in Birmingham.
• One perk of moving to Hialeah is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Birmingham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,849.83 in Hialeah to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Birmingham.

How life is different in Birmingham vs. Hialeah

• Hialeah's population is about 13% greater than Birmingham.
• Hialeah's public transportation has a score of 7 out of 10 versus Birmingham's lower score of 0.
• Hialeah is more walkable than Birmingham with a score of 68 out of 100 vs Birmingham's 33 out of 100.
• With a score of 51 out of 100, Hialeah is more bike-friendly than Birmingham, which has a score of 31 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Hialeah's crime rate is lower than Birmingham with a score of 45.77 compared to Birmingham's 61.64. This means that Hialeah neighborhoods are safer than 45.77% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Birmingham neighborhoods are safer than 61.64%.
• Hialeah is considered to be safer than Birmingham with a safety index of 54.23 vs Birmingham's 38.36.
• Air quality in Hialeah is good, and in Birmingham it's good.

Other things to consider for your Birmingham vs. Hialeah move

• Weather: Hialeah summers are very warm, humid, and rainy, the winters in Hialeah are dry with moderate temperatures. When planning a move to Hialeah, FL, consider the rain and the extreme heat on some months on your plans. February, January and December are the most pleasant months in Hialeah, while August and July are the least comfortable months.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Florida does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Hialeah. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Hialeah

Now that you've decided to make the move to "City of Progress", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Hialeah.

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