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What to know before moving from San Diego to Amarillo

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

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

• Rent prices in Amarillo are 58% 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 Amarillo.
  Home prices in Amarillo are 80.7% lower than in San Diego.
• Income in Amarillo is 15.9% lower than in San Diego, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Amarillo include BSA Health System, Northwest Texas Healthcare System, and Affiliated Foods.
• The cost of living for a single person in Amarillo is 42.9% lower than in San Diego. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Amarillo is 38.8% lower than in San Diego.
• The unemployment rate in Amarillo is 25.76% lower than in San Diego.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Amarillo, since the city’s sales taxes in Amarillo are 6.45% higher than in San Diego.
• One perk of moving to Amarillo is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in San Diego.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,713.39 in Amarillo 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. Amarillo

• Amarillo's population is about 78% less than San Diego.
• Amarillo's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus San Diego's higher score of 6.
• Amarillo is less walkable than San Diego with a score of 40 out of 100 vs San Diego's 53 out of 100.
• Both Amarillo and San Diego have the same bike-friendliness score of 43 out of 100, meaning Amarillo is about as safe for cyclists as San Diego. Typically, cities that have scores of 20 or higher are seen as reasonably safe, though the higher the score, the more safely accessible a city is for bicycling.
• Amarillo's crime rate is lower than San Diego with a score of 25.31 compared to San Diego's 39.83. This means that Amarillo neighborhoods are safer than 25.31% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Diego neighborhoods are safer than 39.83%.
• Amarillo is considered to be safer than San Diego with a safety index of 74.69 vs San Diego's 60.17.
• Air quality in Amarillo is good, and in San Diego it's moderate.

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

• Weather: September, May and October are the most pleasant months in Amarillo, while December and January are the least comfortable months.
• 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-state movers operating in the Lone Star State are legally required to be licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), which issues 10-digit TXDMV numbers to commercial carriers. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Texas moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Texas 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 Amarillo. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.In Texas, movers typically provide Released Value Protection at no additional cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For enhanced protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Alternatively, explore third-party insurance providers for customized plans. It's crucial to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Texas.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Amarillo

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Yellow Rose of Texas", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Amarillo.

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