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What to know before moving from San Diego to Columbus

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

Check out how San Diego compares to Columbus so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Columbus are 62% lower than in San Diego, 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 Columbus.
  Home prices in Columbus are 84.3% lower than in San Diego.
• Income in Columbus is 30.7% lower than in San Diego, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Columbus include Aflac, TSYS, and Synovus.
• The cost of living for a single person in Columbus is 39.0% lower than in San Diego. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Columbus is 50.3% lower than in San Diego.
• The unemployment rate in Columbus is 19.70% lower than in San Diego.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Columbus, since the city’s sales taxes in Columbus are 16.13% higher than in San Diego.
• One perk of moving to Columbus is paying less in state income taxes, which are 58.72% lower than in San Diego.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,829.95 in Columbus to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in San Diego.

How life is different in San Diego vs. Columbus

• Columbus's population is about 85% less than San Diego.
• Columbus's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus San Diego's higher score of 6.
• Columbus is less walkable than San Diego with a score of 25 out of 100 vs San Diego's 53 out of 100.
• Columbus has a bike-friendliness score 31 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as San Diego, which has a score of 43 out of 100.
• Columbus's crime rate is higher than San Diego with a score of 72.18 compared to San Diego's 39.83. This means that Columbus neighborhoods are safer than 72.18% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Diego neighborhoods are safer than 39.83%.
• Columbus is considered to be less safe than San Diego with a score of 27.82 vs San Diego's 60.17.
• Air quality in Columbus is good, and in San Diego it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your San Diego vs. Columbus move

• Weather: Columbus has hot and humid summers and cool to mild winters.
• 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: Moving companies in Georgia are regulated by the the Georgia Department of Public Safety (GDPS). Regulations include insurance requirements and the handling of consumer complaints. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Georgia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Georgia 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 Columbus. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness, offered by movers at no extra charge. However, it provides minimal coverage, with the mover's responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, explore other options with your chosen 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 Columbus

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Lowell of the South[", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Columbus.

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