Considerations when moving from Mobile to Montgomery

Cost of living: Mobile vs. Montgomery

Mobile Montgomery
Average rent cost $1,300 $1,200
Average home value $186,159 $140,563
Average income (per capita) $61,962 $49,989
Cost of living (single person) $1,825 $1,651
Cost of living (family of 4) $4,104 $3,569
Unemployment rate 6.2% 5.8%
  • Rent prices in Montgomery are 8% lower than in Mobile.
  • Home prices in Montgomery are 24.5% lower than in Mobile.
  • Income in Montgomery is 19.3% lower than in Mobile.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Montgomery is 9.5% lower than in Mobile.
  • The cost of living for a family in Montgomery is 13.0% lower than in Mobile.
  • The unemployment rate in Montgomery is 6.45% lower than in Mobile.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,713.97 in Montgomery to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Mobile.

How life is different in Mobile vs. Montgomery

Montgomery Mobile
Population 200,603 187,041
Political leaning Democratic 49.8-48.3 Republican 55-43
Summer high 91ยบF 91ยบF
Winter low 35ยบF 38ยบF
Annual rain 51" 66"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 65.25 64.95
  • The population of Montgomery is approximately 7% greater than the population of Mobile.
  • In the last presidential election, Montgomery voted Democratic and Mobile voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in Montgomery is 91ยบF and in Mobile, itโ€™s 91ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Montgomery reaches the temperature of 35ยบF and Mobile gets down to 38ยบF.
  • You can expect about 51 inches of annual rainfall in Montgomery vs 66 inches of rainfall in Mobile.
  • In Montgomery, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Mobile.
  • Montgomery has a higher crime rate than Mobile with a crime index of 65.25 vs 64.95.

Things to do in Montgomery

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Montgomery has plenty to offer:

Museums in Montgomerytoggle

  • Legacy Museum
  • Rosa Parks Library and Museum
  • Civil Rights Memorial Center
  • Alabama Department of Archives and History
  • Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
  • Alabama State Capitol
  • Hank Williams Museum
  • The F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum
  • Freedom Rides Museum
  • Equal Justice Initiative

Parks in Montgomerytoggle

  • Riverfront Park
  • Wynton M. Blount Cultural Park
  • Wright Brothers Park
  • Alabama Bicentennial Park

Sports Teams in Montgomerytoggle

  • Montgomery Biscuits (Double A)

Universities in Montgomerytoggle

  • Faulkner University
  • Auburn University at Montgomery
  • Troy University

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Mobile to Montgomery?toggle

To ship furniture from Mobile to Montgomery with a mover will cost between $789 and $3,068. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,646โ€“$4,363, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Mobile to Montgomery will cost from $2,189โ€“$5,710.

How much are moving container companies from Mobile to Montgomery?toggle

Moving containers from Mobile to Montgomery will cost you $629 to $1,456 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,150 to $2,080. A larger home will cost $1,454 to $2,701.

How much is a moving truck from Mobile to Montgomery?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $216 to $359. A larger move will cost $238 to $431, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Mobile to Montgomery costs from $279 to $519.

How far in advance should I book Mobile-to-Montgomery movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Mobile to Montgomery at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Mobile-to-Montgomery movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Montgomery?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Montgomery is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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