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What to know before moving from San Diego to Kansas City

Moving from San Diego to Kansas City 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 Kansas City, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices in Kansas City are 55% 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 Kansas City.
  Home prices in Kansas City are 76.7% lower than in San Diego.
• Income in Kansas City is 11.5% lower than in San Diego, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Kansas City include Public School System, Federal Government, and State/County/City Government.
• The cost of living for a single person in Kansas City is 26.1% lower than in San Diego. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Kansas City is 17.6% lower than in San Diego.
• The unemployment rate in Kansas City is 19.70% lower than in San Diego.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Kansas City, since the city’s sales taxes in Kansas City are 8.39% higher than in San Diego.
• One perk of moving to Kansas City is paying less in state income taxes, which are 63.91% lower than in San Diego.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,217.27 in Kansas City 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. Kansas City

• Kansas City's population is about 63% less than San Diego.
• Kansas City's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus San Diego's higher score of 6.
• Kansas City is less walkable than San Diego with a score of 35 out of 100 vs San Diego's 53 out of 100.
• Kansas City has a bike-friendliness score 35 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.
• Kansas City's crime rate is higher than San Diego with a score of 58.4 compared to San Diego's 39.83. This means that Kansas City neighborhoods are safer than 58.4% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Diego neighborhoods are safer than 39.83%.
• Kansas City is considered to be less safe than San Diego with a score of 42.6 vs San Diego's 60.17.
• Air quality in Kansas City is good, and in San Diego it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your San Diego vs. Kansas City move

• Weather: Kansas City is in an area of the country with a lot of storms, very hot summers, and very cold winters. Therefore, there's chance that your move will be affected by the weather. Check the forecast ahead of time to plan accordingly. Remember, moves often require spending many hours outdoors.
• 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: Movers that provide local and intrastate relocation services in Missouri fall under the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT). Every household goods mover operating in the state is required to have a MoDOT Number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Missouri moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Missouri 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 Kansas City. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection, the budget-friendly choice with no extra cost from movers. This minimal coverage ensures that movers are liable for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per item. For a comprehensive coverage of your valuables, explore alternative options with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider. Ensure the full value of your items is covered by consulting with the moving company for suitable alternatives.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Kansas City

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

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