($1,437) Movers From Tempe, AZ to Lexington, KY

What to know before moving from Tempe to Lexington

Moving from Tempe to Lexington means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Tempe than in Lexington, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Tempe compares to Lexington so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Lexington are 27% lower than in Tempe, 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 Lexington.
  Home prices in Lexington are 34.5% lower than in Tempe.
• Income in Lexington is 4.0% lower than in Tempe, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Lexington include A&W Restaurants, University of Kentucky, and Federal Prison Industries.
• The cost of living for a single person in Lexington is 42.9% lower than in Tempe. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Lexington is 38.8% lower than in Tempe.
• The unemployment rate in Lexington is 20.37% lower than in Tempe.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Lexington, since the city’s sales taxes in Lexington are 25.93% lower than in Tempe.
• State income taxes in Lexington are 60.00% higher than in Tempe.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,711.76 in Lexington to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Tempe.

How life is different in Tempe vs. Lexington

• Lexington's population is about 77% greater than Tempe.
• Lexington's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Tempe's higher score of 8.
• Lexington is more walkable than Tempe with a score of 90 out of 100 vs Tempe's 54 out of 100.
• With a score of 85 out of 100, Lexington is more bike-friendly than Tempe, which has a score of 75 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Lexington's crime rate is higher than Tempe with a score of 50.88 compared to Tempe's 42.36. This means that Lexington neighborhoods are safer than 50.88% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Tempe neighborhoods are safer than 42.36%.
• Lexington is considered to be less safe than Tempe with a score of 49.12 vs Tempe's 57.64.
• Air quality in Lexington is good, and in Tempe it's good.

Other things to consider for your Tempe vs. Lexington move

• Weather: Lexington has hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters with occasional mild periods
• 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 in Kentucky are licensed and regulated by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) – Division of Motor Carriers. Moving companies that operate within the state must carry adequate cargo insurance and file public tariffs detailing the services they offer and the cost for each. The KYTC can assist consumers with resolving disputes with movers, but only after a customer makes a formal written complaint. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Kentucky moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Kentucky 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 Lexington. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Choose Released Value Protection for free, basic coverage from movers at 60 cents per pound. For comprehensive protection matching your items' full value, consult your moving company for alternative options 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 Lexington

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Horse Capital of the World", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Lexington.

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