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What to know before moving from Gilbert to Sioux Falls

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

Check out how Gilbert compares to Sioux Falls so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Sioux Falls are 51% lower than in Gilbert, 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 Sioux Falls.
  Home prices in Sioux Falls are 44.2% lower than in Gilbert.
• Income in Sioux Falls is 9.2% lower than in Gilbert, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Sioux Falls include Sanford Health, Avera Health, and Smithfield Foods.
• The cost of living for a single person in Sioux Falls is 36.2% lower than in Gilbert. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Sioux Falls is 23.4% lower than in Gilbert.
• The unemployment rate in Sioux Falls is 28.89% lower than in Gilbert.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Sioux Falls, since the city’s sales taxes in Sioux Falls are 16.67% lower than in Gilbert.
• One perk of moving to Sioux Falls is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Gilbert.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,913.51 in Sioux Falls to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Gilbert.

How life is different in Gilbert vs. Sioux Falls

• Sioux Falls might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 24% less than Gilbert.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Sioux Falls will be about the same as it currently is in Gilbert. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Living in Sioux Falls means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Gilbert. Sioux Falls is considered more walkable than Gilbert, with a score of 38 out of 100 versus 29 out of 100 in Gilbert. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Sioux Falls, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Gilbert. While Gilbert has a bike-friendliness score of 53 out of 100, Sioux Falls earned a 46. 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.
• The crime rate in Sioux Falls is higher than in Gilbert, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 42.83 in Sioux Falls, it is 14.77 in Gilbert. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Sioux Falls. With a crime index of 57.17, Sioux Falls ranks lower in overall safety than Gilbert, whose index is Gilbert's 85.23. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Sioux Falls and Gilbert 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 Gilbert vs. Sioux Falls move

• Weather: August, June and September are the most pleasant months in Sioux Falls, while January and December are the least comfortable months.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in South Dakota, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a South Dakota moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: South Dakota 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 Sioux Falls. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.In South Dakota, movers typically provide Released Value Protection at no additional cost, offering coverage at 60 cents per pound. To enhance protection, discuss Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Alternatively, consider exploring third-party insurance providers for customized plans. It's essential to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision on your moving insurance in South Dakota.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Sioux Falls

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