($1,349) Movers From Modesto, CA to Gilbert, AZ

What to know before moving from Modesto to Gilbert

Moving from Modesto to Gilbert comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Gilbert is generally more expensive than Modesto, 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 Gilbert are 25% higher than in Modesto, 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 Modesto.
  Home prices in Gilbert are 29.3% higher than in Modesto.
• Income in Gilbert is 3.8% lower than in Modesto, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Gilbert include Gilbert Public Schools, Banner Health 2,268, and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Gilbert, since the cost of living for a single person in Gilbert is 20.0% higher than in Modesto. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family is the same in Gilbert and Modesto.
• The unemployment rate in Gilbert is 43.75% lower than in Modesto.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Gilbert, since the city’s sales taxes in Gilbert are 12.16% lower than in Modesto.
• One perk of moving to Gilbert is paying less in state income taxes, which are 81.20% lower than in Modesto.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,600.78 in Gilbert to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Modesto.

How life is different in Modesto vs. Gilbert

• Gilbert's population is about 23% greater than Modesto.
• Gilbert's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Modesto's higher score of 5.
• Gilbert is less walkable than Modesto with a score of 29 out of 100 vs Modesto's 48 out of 100.
• With a score of 53 out of 100, Gilbert is more bike-friendly than Modesto, which has a score of 48 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Gilbert's crime rate is lower than Modesto with a score of 14.77 compared to Modesto's 65.76. This means that Gilbert neighborhoods are safer than 14.77% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Modesto neighborhoods are safer than 65.76%.
• Gilbert is considered to be safer than Modesto with a safety index of 85.23 vs Modesto's 34.24.
• Air quality in Gilbert is good, and in Modesto it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Modesto vs. Gilbert move

• Weather: Extreme heat may cause discomfort if you choose to move in the summer. Pay close attention to heat sensitive household items such as instruments, antique furniture, and electronics.
• 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 Gilbert. 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 Gilbert

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

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