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What to know before moving from St. Petersburg to Akron

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

Check out how St. Petersburg compares to Akron so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Akron are 54% lower than in St. Petersburg, 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 Akron.
  Home prices in Akron are 66.4% lower than in St. Petersburg.
• Income in Akron is 3.7% lower than in St. Petersburg, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Akron include Goodyear, Signet Jewelers, and Sterling Jewelry.
• The cost of living for a single person in Akron is 41.6% lower than in St. Petersburg. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Akron is 33.3% lower than in St. Petersburg.
• The unemployment rate in Akron is 50.00% higher than in St. Petersburg.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Akron, since the city’s sales taxes in Akron are 3.57% lower than in St. Petersburg.
• State income taxes in Akron are 3.50% higher than in St. Petersburg.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,752.08 in Akron to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in St. Petersburg.

How life is different in St. Petersburg vs. Akron

• Akron's population is about 27% less than St. Petersburg.
• Akron's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus St. Petersburg's higher score of 6.
• Akron is more walkable than St. Petersburg with a score of 48 out of 100 vs St. Petersburg's 43 out of 100.
• Akron has a bike-friendliness score 43 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as St. Petersburg, which has a score of 59 out of 100.
• Akron's crime rate is lower than St. Petersburg with a score of 5.0 compared to St. Petersburg's 39.54. This means that Akron neighborhoods are safer than 5.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and St. Petersburg neighborhoods are safer than 39.54%.
• Akron is considered to be less safe than St. Petersburg with a score of 50.39 vs St. Petersburg's 60.46.
• Air quality in Akron is moderate, and in St. Petersburg it's good.

Other things to consider for your St. Petersburg vs. Akron move

• Weather: Best months to move to Akron are June, August and September as these are the driest months heat is not extreme. Winters are cold and dry but typically bring a mix of rain, sleet, and snow with occasional heavy snowfall and icing.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio 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 Akron. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 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 Akron

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

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