($1,279) Movers From Hialeah, FL to Greenville, SC

What to know before moving from Hialeah to Greenville

Moving from Hialeah to Greenville comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Greenville is generally more expensive than Hialeah, 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 Greenville are 44% lower than in Hialeah, 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 Greenville.
  Home prices in Greenville are 29.6% lower than in Hialeah.
• Income in Greenville is 66.7% higher than in Hialeah, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Greenville include Michelin, Perrigo, and Greenville Health & Rehab.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Greenville, since the cost of living for a single person in Greenville is 20.6% higher than in Hialeah. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Greenville, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Greenville is 16.5% higher than in Hialeah.
• The unemployment rate in Greenville is 69.66% lower than in Hialeah.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Greenville, since the city’s sales taxes in Greenville are 14.29% lower than in Hialeah.
• State income taxes in Greenville are 7.00% higher than in Hialeah.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,618.27 in Greenville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Hialeah.

How life is different in Hialeah vs. Greenville

• Greenville's population is about 68% less than Hialeah.
• Greenville's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Hialeah's higher score of 7.
• Greenville is less walkable than Hialeah with a score of 43 out of 100 vs Hialeah's 68 out of 100.
• Both Greenville and Hialeah have the same bike-friendliness score of 51 out of 100, meaning Greenville is about as safe for cyclists as Hialeah. Typically, cities that have scores of 20 or higher are seen as reasonably safe, though the higher the score, the more safely accessible a city is for bicycling.
• Greenville's crime rate is lower than Hialeah with a score of 38.56 compared to Hialeah's 45.77. This means that Greenville neighborhoods are safer than 38.56% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Hialeah neighborhoods are safer than 45.77%.
• Greenville is considered to be safer than Hialeah with a safety index of 61.44 vs Hialeah's 54.23.
• Air quality in Greenville is good, and in Hialeah it's good.

Other things to consider for your Hialeah vs. Greenville move

• Weather: If you're moving to Greenville, SC, May, September and October are the best months to move to the city. Heat are tolerable and even desirable on some months. Winters are short and generally cool.
• 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: To promote safety, economic development, and ethical business practices, the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) oversees movers in the state. They are responsible for inspecting, examining, and auditing public utility providers like movers. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a South Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: South 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 Greenville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.When moving in South Carolina, explore movers' insurance options. Many offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For enhanced protection, discuss Full Value Protection with the moving company or consider third-party insurance providers. Prioritize understanding coverage limits and potential extra costs. Read reviews to make an informed decision on the best insurance for your South Carolina move.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Greenville

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

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