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What to know before moving from Jacksonville to Greensboro

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

Check out how Jacksonville compares to Greensboro so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Greensboro are 8% lower than in Jacksonville, 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 Greensboro.
  Home prices in Greensboro are 12.0% lower than in Jacksonville.
• Income in Greensboro is 2.4% lower than in Jacksonville, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Greensboro include Guilford County Schools, Cone Health, and City of Greensboro.
• The cost of living for a single person in Greensboro is 11.3% lower than in Jacksonville. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Greensboro is 16.3% lower than in Jacksonville.
• The unemployment rate in Greensboro is 14.29% higher than in Jacksonville.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Greensboro, since the city’s sales taxes in Greensboro are 10.00% lower than in Jacksonville.
• State income taxes in Greensboro are 4.50% higher than in Jacksonville.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,661.72 in Greensboro to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Jacksonville.

How life is different in Jacksonville vs. Greensboro

• Greensboro's population is about 69% less than Jacksonville.
• Greensboro's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Jacksonville's higher score of 4.
• Greensboro and Jacksonville are similarily walkable.
• Greensboro has a bike-friendliness score 32 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Jacksonville, which has a score of 41 out of 100.
• Greensboro's crime rate is lower than Jacksonville with a score of 45.91 compared to Jacksonville's 56.38. This means that Greensboro neighborhoods are safer than 45.91% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Jacksonville neighborhoods are safer than 56.38%.
• Greensboro is considered to be safer than Jacksonville with a safety index of 54.09 vs Jacksonville's 43.62.
• Air quality in Greensboro is good, and in Jacksonville it's good.

Other things to consider for your Jacksonville vs. Greensboro move

• Weather: The climate in Greensboro 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 Greensboro. 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 Greensboro

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

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