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What to know before moving from San Jose to Fort Wayne

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

Check out how San Jose compares to Fort Wayne so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Fort Wayne are 62% lower than in San Jose, 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 Fort Wayne.
  Home prices in Fort Wayne are 84.3% lower than in San Jose.
• Income in Fort Wayne is 35.3% lower than in San Jose, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Wayne include Steel Dynamics, Franklin Electric, and Fort Wayne Community Schools.
• The cost of living for a single person in Fort Wayne is 29.2% lower than in San Jose. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Fort Wayne is 62.3% lower than in San Jose.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Wayne is 22.73% lower than in San Jose.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Wayne, since the city’s sales taxes in Fort Wayne are 25.37% lower than in San Jose.
• One perk of moving to Fort Wayne is paying less in state income taxes, which are 76.32% lower than in San Jose.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,123.03 in Fort Wayne to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in San Jose.

How life is different in San Jose vs. Fort Wayne

• Fort Wayne's population is about 73% less than San Jose.
• Fort Wayne's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus San Jose's higher score of 7.
• Fort Wayne is less walkable than San Jose with a score of 32 out of 100 vs San Jose's 51 out of 100.
• Fort Wayne has a bike-friendliness score 41 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as San Jose, which has a score of 62 out of 100.
• Fort Wayne's crime rate is lower than San Jose with a score of 40.9 compared to San Jose's 47.73. This means that Fort Wayne neighborhoods are safer than 40.9% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Jose neighborhoods are safer than 47.73%.
• Fort Wayne is considered to be safer than San Jose with a safety index of 59.1 vs San Jose's 52.27.
• Air quality in Fort Wayne is good, and in San Jose it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your San Jose vs. Fort Wayne move

• Weather: Fort Wayne summers are hot, humid, and wet. Winters are generally cold with moderate snowfall. Severe weather is not uncommon, particularly in the spring and summer months; the city experiences an average of 39 thunderstorm days and about 10 severe weather days annually.
• 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: The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) regulate movers operating within Indiana and issue moving companies Indiana Households Goods Carriers Numbers. Check to make sure prospective movers have one and that it’s up to date. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Indiana moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Indiana 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 Fort Wayne. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection – a budget-friendly choice with no extra cost from movers, though coverage is limited to 60 cents per pound. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, reimbursement is just $15. To ensure coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with your chosen moving company 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 Fort Wayne

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