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What to know before moving from Phoenix to Buffalo

Moving from Phoenix to Buffalo comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Buffalo is generally more expensive than Phoenix, 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 Buffalo are 29% lower than in Phoenix, 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 Buffalo.
  Home prices in Buffalo are 48.1% lower than in Phoenix.
• Income in Buffalo is 1.7% lower than in Phoenix, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Buffalo include UBS, Delaware North, and Human.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Buffalo, since the cost of living for a single person in Buffalo is 9.3% higher than in Phoenix. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Buffalo, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Buffalo is 9.5% higher than in Phoenix.
• The unemployment rate in Buffalo is 43.94% higher than in Phoenix.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Buffalo, since the city’s sales taxes in Buffalo are 1.74% higher than in Phoenix.
• State income taxes in Buffalo are 336.00% higher than in Phoenix.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,278.60 in Buffalo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Phoenix.

How life is different in Phoenix vs. Buffalo

• Buffalo's population is about 83% less than Phoenix.
• Buffalo's public transportation has a score of 7 out of 10 versus Phoenix's lower score of 6.
• Buffalo is more walkable than Phoenix with a score of 67 out of 100 vs Phoenix's 41 out of 100.
• With a score of 63 out of 100, Buffalo is more bike-friendly than Phoenix, which has a score of 56 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Buffalo's crime rate is lower than Phoenix with a score of 8.0 compared to Phoenix's 53.06. This means that Buffalo neighborhoods are safer than 8.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Phoenix neighborhoods are safer than 53.06%.
• Buffalo is considered to be safer than Phoenix with a safety index of 53.55 vs Phoenix's 46.94.
• Air quality in Buffalo is moderate, and in Phoenix it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Phoenix vs. Buffalo move

• Weather: Best months to move to Buffalo are August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Buffalo, while January and December are the least comfortable months due to extreme winter weather.
• 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 Buffalo. 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 Buffalo

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

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