($1,087) Movers From Tempe, AZ to Paradise, NV

What to know before moving from Tempe to Paradise

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

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

• Rent prices in Paradise are 4% higher than in Tempe, 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 Paradise.
  Home prices in Paradise are 21.1% lower than in Tempe.
• Income in Paradise is 4.4% higher than in Tempe, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Paradise include University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), Harry Reid International Airport, and MGM Resorts International.
• The cost of living for a single person in Paradise is 59.5% lower than in Tempe. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Paradise is 28.5% lower than in Tempe.
• The unemployment rate in Paradise is 62.96% higher than in Tempe.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Paradise, since the city’s sales taxes in Paradise are 9.88% lower than in Tempe.
• One perk of moving to Paradise is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Tempe.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,216.45 in Paradise to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Tempe.

How life is different in Tempe vs. Paradise

• The population of Paradise is about 6% greater than Tempe, 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.
• Getting around Paradise without a car might be more difficult than in Tempe. Paradise has a public transportation score of 6 out of 10, whereas Tempe is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Paradise neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Tempe. Based on its score of 50 out of 100, Paradise isn’t as walkable as Tempe, which has a score of 54 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Paradise, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Tempe. While Tempe has a bike-friendliness score of 75 out of 100, Paradise earned a 50. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Paradise as Tempe. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Paradise is generally as safe as Tempe, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Paradise and Tempe 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 Tempe vs. Paradise move

• Weather: April, October and March are the best months to relocate in Paradise, while July and August are the least comfortable months as these months tend to get too hot.
• 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 Paradise. 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 Paradise

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

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