($611) Movers From Montgomery, AL to Columbus, GA

What to know before moving from Montgomery to Columbus

Moving from Montgomery to Columbus comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Columbus 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 Columbus are 8% lower than in Montgomery, which means you’ll have more 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 Columbus are 12.3% higher than in Montgomery.
• Income in Columbus is 1.1% higher than in Montgomery, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Columbus include Aflac, TSYS, and Synovus.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Columbus, since the cost of living for a single person in Columbus is 23.6% higher than in Montgomery. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Columbus, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Columbus is 7.4% higher than in Montgomery.
• The unemployment rate in Columbus is 8.62% lower than in Montgomery.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Columbus, since the city’s sales taxes in Columbus are 10.00% lower than in Montgomery.
• State income taxes in Columbus are 9.80% higher than in Montgomery.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,708.66 in Columbus to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Montgomery.

How life is different in Montgomery vs. Columbus

• Columbus's population is about the same as Montgomery.
• Columbus's public transportation has a similar score to Montgomery.
• Columbus and Montgomery are similarily walkable.
• Both Columbus and Montgomery have the same bike-friendliness score of 33 out of 100, meaning Columbus is about as safe for cyclists as Montgomery. 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.
• Columbus's crime rate is higher than Montgomery with a score of 72.18 compared to Montgomery's 65.25. This means that Columbus neighborhoods are safer than 72.18% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Montgomery neighborhoods are safer than 65.25%.
• Columbus is considered to be less safe than Montgomery with a score of 27.82 vs Montgomery's 34.75.
• Air quality in Columbus is good, and in Montgomery it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Montgomery vs. Columbus move

• Weather: Columbus has hot and humid summers and cool to mild winters.
• 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 Columbus. 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 Columbus

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Lowell of the South[", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Columbus.

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