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What to know before moving from Tallahassee to Albuquerque

Moving from Tallahassee to Albuquerque comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Albuquerque is generally more expensive than Tallahassee, 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 Albuquerque are 11% lower than in Tallahassee, 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 Tallahassee.
  Home prices in Albuquerque are 16.3% higher than in Tallahassee.
• Income in Albuquerque is 25.3% higher than in Tallahassee, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Albuquerque include SunBridge Healthcare, Khi, and SUMCO.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Albuquerque, since the cost of living for a single person in Albuquerque is 4.6% higher than in Tallahassee. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Albuquerque, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Albuquerque is 15.6% higher than in Tallahassee.
• The unemployment rate in Albuquerque is 45.10% higher than in Tallahassee.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Albuquerque, since the city’s sales taxes in Albuquerque are 1.73% higher than in Tallahassee.
• State income taxes in Albuquerque are 5.90% higher than in Tallahassee.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,136.70 in Albuquerque to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Tallahassee.

How life is different in Tallahassee vs. Albuquerque

• Albuquerque's population is about 180% greater than Tallahassee.
• Albuquerque's public transportation has a similar score to Tallahassee.
• Albuquerque is more walkable than Tallahassee with a score of 43 out of 100 vs Tallahassee's 30 out of 100.
• With a score of 61 out of 100, Albuquerque is more bike-friendly than Tallahassee, which has a score of 45 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Albuquerque's crime rate is higher than Tallahassee with a score of 71.72 compared to Tallahassee's 58.35. This means that Albuquerque neighborhoods are safer than 71.72% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Tallahassee neighborhoods are safer than 58.35%.
• Albuquerque is considered to be less safe than Tallahassee with a score of 28.28 vs Tallahassee's 41.65.
• Air quality in Albuquerque is good, and in Tallahassee it's good.

Other things to consider for your Tallahassee vs. Albuquerque move

• Weather: Albuquerque's climate is usually sunny and dry. Winter typically consists of cool days and cold nights, except following passage of the strongest cold fronts and arctic airmasses when daytime temperatures remain colder than average; overnight temperatures tend to fall below freezing between about 10 pm and 8 am in the city.
• 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: Movers that operate within the Land of Enchantment are licensed and regulated by the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New Mexico moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New Mexico 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 Albuquerque. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection, the cost-free, minimal coverage option from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your 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 Albuquerque

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Burque", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Albuquerque.

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