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What to know before moving from Bridgeport to Durham

Moving from Bridgeport to Durham comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Durham is generally more expensive than Bridgeport, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Durham are 19% lower than in Bridgeport, 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 Bridgeport.
  Home prices in Durham are 17.0% higher than in Bridgeport.
• Income in Durham is 683.2% higher than in Bridgeport, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Durham include Duke University & Duke Univ. Health System, IBM, and Durham Public Schools.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Durham, since the cost of living for a single person in Durham is 27.9% higher than in Bridgeport. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Durham, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Durham is 16.0% higher than in Bridgeport.
• The unemployment rate in Durham is 68.94% lower than in Bridgeport.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Durham, since the city’s sales taxes in Durham are 18.11% higher than in Bridgeport.
• State income taxes in Durham are 50.00% higher than in Bridgeport.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,837.97 in Durham to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Bridgeport.

How life is different in Bridgeport vs. Durham

• Durham's population is about 91% greater than Bridgeport.
• Durham's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Bridgeport's higher score of 7.
• Durham is less walkable than Bridgeport with a score of 30 out of 100 vs Bridgeport's 66 out of 100.
• Durham has a bike-friendliness score 38 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Bridgeport, which has a score of 49 out of 100.
• Durham's crime rate is lower than Bridgeport with a score of 54.72 compared to Bridgeport's 60.6. This means that Durham neighborhoods are safer than 54.72% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Bridgeport neighborhoods are safer than 60.6%.
• Durham is considered to be safer than Bridgeport with a safety index of 45.28 vs Bridgeport's 39.4.
• Air quality in Durham is good, and in Bridgeport it's good.

Other things to consider for your Bridgeport vs. Durham move

• Weather: The climate in Durham is unlikely to affect your move. However, some days in the winter, the roads may become icy which causes traffic issues.
• 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: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Carolina 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 Durham. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives 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 Durham

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