($1,661) Movers From Birmingham, AL to Reno, NV

What to know before moving from Birmingham to Reno

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

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

• Rent prices in Reno are 36% higher than in Birmingham, 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 Birmingham.
  Home prices in Reno are 315.6% higher than in Birmingham.
• Income in Reno is 68.7% higher than in Birmingham, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Reno include Amerco, Trane, and Hamilton.
• The cost of living for a single person in Reno is 21.3% lower than in Birmingham. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Reno is 27.4% lower than in Birmingham.
• The unemployment rate in Reno is 17.86% lower than in Birmingham.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Reno, since the city’s sales taxes in Reno are 17.30% lower than in Birmingham.
• One perk of moving to Reno is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Birmingham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,360.40 in Reno to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Birmingham.

How life is different in Birmingham vs. Reno

• The population of Reno is about 34% greater than Birmingham, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Reno offers better access to buses and trains than Birmingham, based on public transportation ratings. Reno has a transit score of 4 out of 10 compared to 0 in Birmingham. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Reno means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Birmingham. Reno is considered more walkable than Birmingham, with a score of 40 out of 100 versus 33 out of 100 in Birmingham. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Reno is considered more bike-friendly than Birmingham in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Reno has a bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, while Birmingham is rated as 31 out of 100.
• Reno has a lower crime rate than Birmingham based on scores of 46.26 and Birmingham's 61.64, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Reno than in Birmingham, based on Reno’s safety index of 53.74 versus 38.36 for Birmingham. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Reno and Birmingham is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Birmingham vs. Reno move

• Weather: Reno experiences very hot summer and very cold winter. If you're looking to relocate, consider the months of June, September and May as these months have favorable weather. December and January 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: Movers that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Nevada moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Nevada 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 Reno. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection, the cost-free choice provided by movers, albeit with minimal coverage. Movers take responsibility for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover misplaced or damaged a valuable item like a 30-pound sculpture, you would only receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, explore alternative options with your selected moving company or consider consulting 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 Reno

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Biggest Little City in the World", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Reno.

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