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What to know before moving from St. Petersburg to Cincinnati

Moving from St. Petersburg to Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices in Cincinnati are 30% 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 Cincinnati.
  Home prices in Cincinnati are 35.5% lower than in St. Petersburg.
• Income in Cincinnati is 2.0% higher than in St. Petersburg, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Cincinnati include Kroger, First Student, and Macy's.
• The cost of living for a single person in Cincinnati is 6.6% lower than in St. Petersburg. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Cincinnati, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Cincinnati is 3.9% higher than in St. Petersburg.
• The unemployment rate in Cincinnati is 6.52% higher than in St. Petersburg.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Cincinnati, since the city’s sales taxes in Cincinnati are 7.14% lower than in St. Petersburg.
• State income taxes in Cincinnati are 3.50% higher than in St. Petersburg.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,801.29 in Cincinnati 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. Cincinnati

• Cincinnati's population is about 19% greater than St. Petersburg.
• Cincinnati's public transportation has a similar score to St. Petersburg.
• Cincinnati is more walkable than St. Petersburg with a score of 49 out of 100 vs St. Petersburg's 43 out of 100.
• Cincinnati has a bike-friendliness score 36 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.
• Cincinnati's crime rate is higher than St. Petersburg with a score of 48.47 compared to St. Petersburg's 39.54. This means that Cincinnati neighborhoods are safer than 48.47% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and St. Petersburg neighborhoods are safer than 39.54%.
• Cincinnati is considered to be less safe than St. Petersburg with a score of 49.53 vs St. Petersburg's 60.46.
• Air quality in Cincinnati is good, and in St. Petersburg it's good.

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

• Weather: Snowfall and freezing weather is common in the winters and severe thunderstorms may happen in the warmer months.
• 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 Cincinnati. 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 Cincinnati

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Blue Chip City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Cincinnati.

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