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What to know before moving from Fort Collins to Augusta

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

Check out how Fort Collins compares to Augusta so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Augusta are 29% lower than in Fort Collins, 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 Augusta.
  Home prices in Augusta are 68.9% lower than in Fort Collins.
• Income in Augusta is 148.1% higher than in Fort Collins, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Augusta include Questo, Morris Communications, and Caresouth Home Health Services.
• The cost of living for a single person in Augusta is 12.4% lower than in Fort Collins. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Augusta is 19.1% lower than in Fort Collins.
• The unemployment rate in Augusta is 7.14% lower than in Fort Collins.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Augusta, since the city’s sales taxes in Augusta are 12.58% higher than in Fort Collins.
• State income taxes are the same in Augusta and Fort Collins.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,627.10 in Augusta to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Fort Collins.

How life is different in Fort Collins vs. Augusta

• Augusta's population is about 19% greater than Fort Collins.
• Augusta's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Fort Collins's higher score of 4.
• Augusta is less walkable than Fort Collins with a score of 22 out of 100 vs Fort Collins's 37 out of 100.
• Augusta has a bike-friendliness score 33 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Fort Collins, which has a score of 78 out of 100.
• Augusta's crime rate is higher than Fort Collins with a score of 48.46 compared to Fort Collins's 17.0. This means that Augusta neighborhoods are safer than 48.46% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Fort Collins neighborhoods are safer than 17.0%.
• Augusta is considered to be less safe than Fort Collins with a score of 51.54 vs Fort Collins's 72.86.
• Air quality in Augusta is good, and in Fort Collins it's good.

Other things to consider for your Fort Collins vs. Augusta move

• Weather: Augusta had short, mild winters, very hot, humid summers
• 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 Augusta. 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 Augusta

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Garden City of the South", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Augusta.

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