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What to know before moving from Mobile to Jacksonville

Moving from Mobile to Jacksonville comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Jacksonville is generally more expensive than Mobile, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Jacksonville are 17% higher than in Mobile, 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 Mobile.
  Home prices in Jacksonville are 54.5% higher than in Mobile.
• Income in Jacksonville is 3.5% higher than in Mobile, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Jacksonville include FIS, Southeastern Grocers, and Winn-Dixie.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Jacksonville, since the cost of living for a single person in Jacksonville is 47.7% higher than in Mobile. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Jacksonville, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Jacksonville is 60.9% higher than in Mobile.
• The unemployment rate in Jacksonville is 20.97% lower than in Mobile.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Jacksonville, since the city’s sales taxes in Jacksonville are 25.00% lower than in Mobile.
• One perk of moving to Jacksonville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Mobile.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,431.78 in Jacksonville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Mobile.

How life is different in Mobile vs. Jacksonville

• Jacksonville's population is about 419% greater than Mobile.
• Jacksonville's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Mobile's lower score of 3.
• Jacksonville is less walkable than Mobile with a score of 26 out of 100 vs Mobile's 32 out of 100.
• With a score of 41 out of 100, Jacksonville is more bike-friendly than Mobile, which has a score of 34 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Jacksonville's crime rate is lower than Mobile with a score of 56.38 compared to Mobile's 64.95. This means that Jacksonville neighborhoods are safer than 56.38% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Mobile neighborhoods are safer than 64.95%.
• Jacksonville is considered to be safer than Mobile with a safety index of 43.62 vs Mobile's 35.05.
• Air quality in Jacksonville is good, and in Mobile it's good.

Other things to consider for your Mobile vs. Jacksonville move

• Weather: Jacksonville has hot humid summers, and warm to mild and drier winters. Seasonal rainfall is concentrated in the warmest months from May through September, when brief but intense downpours with thunder and lightning are common, while the driest months are from November through April. Be sure to check your weather app to avoid rain during your move.
• 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 Jacksonville. 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 Jacksonville

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Jax", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Jacksonville.

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