($1,234) Movers From Chula Vista, CA to Tempe, AZ

What to know before moving from Chula Vista to Tempe

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

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

• Rent prices in Tempe are 41% lower than in Chula Vista, 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 Tempe.
  Home prices in Tempe are 44.1% lower than in Chula Vista.
• Income in Tempe is 31.0% lower than in Chula Vista, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tempe include Amkor Technology, Inc., Benchmark Electronics, and America West Holdings.
• The cost of living for a single person in Tempe is 24.2% lower than in Chula Vista. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Tempe is 43.8% lower than in Chula Vista.
• The unemployment rate in Tempe is 31.65% lower than in Chula Vista.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Tempe, since the city’s sales taxes in Tempe are 7.43% lower than in Chula Vista.
• One perk of moving to Tempe is paying less in state income taxes, which are 81.20% lower than in Chula Vista.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,274.17 in Tempe to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Chula Vista.

How life is different in Chula Vista vs. Tempe

• Tempe might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 34% less than Chula Vista.
• Tempe offers better access to buses and trains than Chula Vista, based on public transportation ratings. Tempe has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 6 in Chula Vista. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Tempe means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Chula Vista. Tempe is considered more walkable than Chula Vista, with a score of 54 out of 100 versus 46 out of 100 in Chula Vista. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Tempe is considered more bike-friendly than Chula Vista in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Tempe has a bike-friendliness score of 75 out of 100, while Chula Vista is rated as 41 out of 100.
• Tempe has a lower crime rate than Chula Vista based on scores of 42.36 and Chula Vista's 56.3, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Tempe than in Chula Vista, based on Tempe’s safety index of 57.64 versus 43.7 for Chula Vista. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Tempe has better air quality than in Chula Vista. Tempe has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Chula Vista. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

Other things to consider for your Chula Vista vs. Tempe move

• Weather: Tempe has very hot summers and little rainfall.
• 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: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Arizona 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 Tempe. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Tempe

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

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