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What to know before moving from Augusta to Greensboro

Moving from Augusta to Greensboro comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Greensboro is generally more expensive than Augusta, 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 Greensboro are 12% higher than in Augusta, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Augusta.
  Home prices in Greensboro are 49.8% higher than in Augusta.
• Income in Greensboro is 61.0% lower than in Augusta, 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.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Greensboro, since the cost of living for a single person in Greensboro is 27.6% higher than in Augusta. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Greensboro, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Greensboro is 42.5% higher than in Augusta.
• The unemployment rate in Greensboro is 7.69% higher than in Augusta.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Greensboro, since the city’s sales taxes in Greensboro are 20.59% lower than in Augusta.
• One perk of moving to Greensboro is paying less in state income taxes, which are 18.03% lower than in Augusta.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,829.24 in Greensboro to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Augusta.

How life is different in Augusta vs. Greensboro

• Greensboro's population is about 48% greater than Augusta.
• Greensboro's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Augusta's lower score of 2.
• Greensboro is more walkable than Augusta with a score of 29 out of 100 vs Augusta's 22 out of 100.
• Both Greensboro and Augusta have the same bike-friendliness score of 33 out of 100, meaning Greensboro is about as safe for cyclists as Augusta. 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.
• Greensboro and Augusta have a similar crime rate.
• Greensboro and Augusta are considered to be equally safe.
• Air quality in Greensboro is good, and in Augusta it's good.

Other things to consider for your Augusta 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

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