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What to know before moving from Birmingham to Augusta

Moving from Birmingham to Augusta 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 Augusta, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices are the same in Augusta and Birmingham.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Birmingham.
  Home prices in Augusta are 34.2% higher than in Birmingham.
• Income in Augusta is 307.6% higher than in Birmingham, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Augusta include Questo, Morris Communications, and Caresouth Home Health Services.
• The cost of living for a single person in Augusta is 30.5% lower than in Birmingham. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Augusta is 42.3% lower than in Birmingham.
• The unemployment rate in Augusta is 7.14% lower than in Birmingham.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Augusta, since the city’s sales taxes in Augusta are 15.00% lower than in Birmingham.
• State income taxes in Augusta are 9.80% higher than in Birmingham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,084.54 in Augusta to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Birmingham.

How life is different in Birmingham vs. Augusta

• Augusta's population is about the same as Birmingham.
• Augusta's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Birmingham's lower score of 0.
• Augusta is less walkable than Birmingham with a score of 22 out of 100 vs Birmingham's 33 out of 100.
• Both Augusta and Birmingham have the same bike-friendliness score of 31 out of 100, meaning Augusta is about as safe for cyclists as Birmingham. Typically, cities that have scores of 20 or higher are seen as reasonably safe, though the higher the score, the more safely accessible a city is for bicycling.
• Augusta's crime rate is lower than Birmingham with a score of 48.46 compared to Birmingham's 61.64. This means that Augusta neighborhoods are safer than 48.46% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Birmingham neighborhoods are safer than 61.64%.
• Augusta is considered to be safer than Birmingham with a safety index of 51.54 vs Birmingham's 38.36.
• Air quality in Augusta is good, and in Birmingham it's good.

Other things to consider for your Birmingham vs. Augusta move

• Weather: Augusta had short, mild winters, very hot, humid summers
• 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: Moving companies in Georgia are regulated by the the Georgia Department of Public Safety (GDPS). Regulations include insurance requirements and the handling of consumer complaints. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Georgia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Georgia 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 Augusta. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness, offered by movers at no extra charge. However, it provides minimal coverage, with the mover's responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, explore other options with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Augusta

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

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