($1,295) Movers From Montgomery, AL to Gainesville, FL

What to know before moving from Montgomery to Gainesville

Moving from Montgomery to Gainesville comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Gainesville is generally more expensive than Montgomery, 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 Gainesville are 33% higher than in Montgomery, 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 Montgomery.
  Home prices in Gainesville are 104.9% higher than in Montgomery.
• Income in Gainesville is 18.1% higher than in Montgomery, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Gainesville include University of Florida, Charles Perry Partners, Inc., and CPAmerica.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Gainesville, since the cost of living for a single person in Gainesville is 4.6% higher than in Montgomery. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Gainesville is 2.2% lower than in Montgomery.
• The unemployment rate in Gainesville is 24.14% lower than in Montgomery.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Gainesville, since the city’s sales taxes in Gainesville are 30.00% lower than in Montgomery.
• One perk of moving to Gainesville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Montgomery.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,138.10 in Gainesville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Montgomery.

How life is different in Montgomery vs. Gainesville

• Gainesville's population is about 30% less than Montgomery.
• Gainesville's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Montgomery's lower score of 2.
• Gainesville is more walkable than Montgomery with a score of 37 out of 100 vs Montgomery's 26 out of 100.
• With a score of 69 out of 100, Gainesville is more bike-friendly than Montgomery, which has a score of 33 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Gainesville's crime rate is lower than Montgomery with a score of 8.0 compared to Montgomery's 65.25. This means that Gainesville neighborhoods are safer than 8.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Montgomery neighborhoods are safer than 65.25%.
• Gainesville is considered to be safer than Montgomery with a safety index of 52.61 vs Montgomery's 34.75.
• Air quality in Gainesville is good, and in Montgomery it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Montgomery vs. Gainesville move

• Weather: April, November and October are the most pleasant months in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville. 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 Gainesville

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

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