($1,217) Movers From Mesa, AZ to Albuquerque, NM

What to know before moving from Mesa to Albuquerque

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

Check out how Mesa compares to Albuquerque so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Albuquerque are 30% lower than in Mesa, 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 Albuquerque.
  Home prices in Albuquerque are 23.9% lower than in Mesa.
• Income in Albuquerque is 4.7% lower than in Mesa, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Albuquerque include SunBridge Healthcare, Khi, and SUMCO.
• The cost of living for a single person in Albuquerque is 12.6% lower than in Mesa. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Albuquerque is 3.8% lower than in Mesa.
• The unemployment rate in Albuquerque is 21.31% higher than in Mesa.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Albuquerque, since the city’s sales taxes in Albuquerque are 8.07% lower than in Mesa.
• State income taxes in Albuquerque are 136.00% higher than in Mesa.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,621.27 in Albuquerque to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Mesa.

How life is different in Mesa vs. Albuquerque

• Albuquerque's population is about 12% greater than Mesa.
• Albuquerque's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus Mesa's lower score of 4.
• Albuquerque is more walkable than Mesa with a score of 43 out of 100 vs Mesa's 38 out of 100.
• Both Albuquerque and Mesa have the same bike-friendliness score of 60 out of 100, meaning Albuquerque is about as safe for cyclists as Mesa. 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.
• Albuquerque's crime rate is higher than Mesa with a score of 71.72 compared to Mesa's 44.67. This means that Albuquerque neighborhoods are safer than 71.72% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Mesa neighborhoods are safer than 44.67%.
• Albuquerque is considered to be less safe than Mesa with a score of 28.28 vs Mesa's 55.33.
• Air quality in Albuquerque is good, and in Mesa it's good.

Other things to consider for your Mesa vs. Albuquerque move

• Weather: Albuquerque's climate is usually sunny and dry. Winter typically consists of cool days and cold nights, except following passage of the strongest cold fronts and arctic airmasses when daytime temperatures remain colder than average; overnight temperatures tend to fall below freezing between about 10 pm and 8 am in the city.
• 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 operate within the Land of Enchantment are licensed and regulated by the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New Mexico moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New Mexico 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 Albuquerque. 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, minimal coverage option 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 Albuquerque

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

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