($1,512) Movers From San Francisco, CA to Oklahoma City, OK

What to know before moving from San Francisco to Oklahoma City

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

Check out how San Francisco compares to Oklahoma City so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Oklahoma City are 62% lower than in San Francisco, 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 Oklahoma City.
  Home prices in Oklahoma City are 84.2% lower than in San Francisco.
• Income in Oklahoma City is 53.0% lower than in San Francisco, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Oklahoma City include Hobby Lobby, Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores, and Accord Human Resources.
• The cost of living for a single person in Oklahoma City is 43.1% lower than in San Francisco. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Oklahoma City is 25.2% lower than in San Francisco.
• The unemployment rate in Oklahoma City is 18.52% lower than in San Francisco.
• Sales taxes are the same in Oklahoma City and San Francisco.
• One perk of moving to Oklahoma City is paying less in state income taxes, which are 64.29% lower than in San Francisco.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,705.90 in Oklahoma City to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in San Francisco.

How life is different in San Francisco vs. Oklahoma City

• Oklahoma City might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 16% less than San Francisco.
• Getting around Oklahoma City without a car might be more difficult than in San Francisco. Oklahoma City has a public transportation score of 3 out of 10, whereas San Francisco is ranked 10. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Oklahoma City neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as San Francisco. Based on its score of 73 out of 100, Oklahoma City isn’t as walkable as San Francisco, which has a score of 99 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Oklahoma City, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than San Francisco. While San Francisco has a bike-friendliness score of 99 out of 100, Oklahoma City earned a 74. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• Oklahoma City has a lower crime rate than San Francisco based on scores of 49.37 and San Francisco's 61.41, 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 Oklahoma City than in San Francisco, based on Oklahoma City’s safety index of 50.63 versus 38.59 for San Francisco. 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 Oklahoma City has better air quality than in San Francisco. Oklahoma City has Good air quality, compared to moderate in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco vs. Oklahoma City move

• Weather: Oklahoma City has very hot, humid summers, and cool winters with occasional snowfall. Prolonged and severe droughts (sometimes leading to wildfires in the vicinity), as well as very heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding and flooding, occur with some regularity. Oklahoma City is also located in tornado alley. Be sure to check your weather app to avoid inclement weather during your move.
• 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: In Oklahoma, in-state household goods movers are certified and licensed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Oklahoma moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opting for Released Value Protection is the most cost-effective choice since it comes at no extra expense. Movers provide this option without additional charges, but the coverage it offers is minimal. With Released Value Protection, the mover's liability is limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For example, if your mover were to lose or damage a set of fine china weighing 15 pounds, you would only be compensated $9 (60 cents x 15 pounds). If you require coverage for the full value of your items, it is advisable to discuss alternative options with the moving company or explore 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 Oklahoma City

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

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