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What to know before moving from Little Rock to Albany

Moving from Little Rock to Albany comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Albany is generally more expensive than Little Rock, 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 Albany are 32% higher than in Little Rock, 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 Little Rock.
  Home prices in Albany are 34.7% higher than in Little Rock.
• Income in Albany is 16.9% higher than in Little Rock, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Albany include The Research Foundation for SUNY, Equinox, and St. Peter's Health Partners.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Albany, since the cost of living for a single person in Albany is 2.6% higher than in Little Rock. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Albany, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Albany is 1.3% higher than in Little Rock.
• The unemployment rate in Albany is 20.34% higher than in Little Rock.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Albany, since the city’s sales taxes in Albany are 7.30% lower than in Little Rock.
• State income taxes in Albany are 445.00% higher than in Little Rock.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,076.88 in Albany to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Little Rock.

How life is different in Little Rock vs. Albany

• Albany's population is about 51% less than Little Rock.
• Albany's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Little Rock's lower score of 3.
• Albany is more walkable than Little Rock with a score of 65 out of 100 vs Little Rock's 33 out of 100.
• With a score of 55 out of 100, Albany is more bike-friendly than Little Rock, which has a score of 32 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Albany's crime rate is lower than Little Rock with a score of 10.0 compared to Little Rock's 60.06. This means that Albany neighborhoods are safer than 10.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Little Rock neighborhoods are safer than 60.06%.
• Albany is considered to be safer than Little Rock with a safety index of 49.65 vs Little Rock's 39.94.
• Air quality in Albany is good, and in Little Rock it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Little Rock vs. Albany move

• Weather: August, June and July are the best months to consider moving into Albany as weather during these months are very favorable. During October to January, Albany experiences a cold weather where it can get snow and rain and could be colder than the rest of the New York States.
• 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: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New York moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New York 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 Albany. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your 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 Albany

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

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