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What to know before moving from Chicago to Evansville

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

Check out how Chicago compares to Evansville so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Evansville are 58% lower than in Chicago, 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 Evansville.
  Home prices in Evansville are 39.1% lower than in Chicago.
• Income in Evansville is 16.1% lower than in Chicago, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Evansville include Koch Enterprises, Berry Global, and OneMain.
• The cost of living for a single person in Evansville is 56.6% lower than in Chicago. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Evansville is 59.5% lower than in Chicago.
• The unemployment rate in Evansville is 38.89% lower than in Chicago.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Evansville, since the city’s sales taxes in Evansville are 31.71% lower than in Chicago.
• One perk of moving to Evansville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 36.36% lower than in Chicago.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,300.99 in Evansville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Chicago.

How life is different in Chicago vs. Evansville

• Evansville's population is about 96% less than Chicago.
• Evansville's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Chicago's higher score of 9.
• Evansville is less walkable than Chicago with a score of 44 out of 100 vs Chicago's 77 out of 100.
• Evansville has a bike-friendliness score 43 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Chicago, which has a score of 72 out of 100.
• Evansville's crime rate is lower than Chicago with a score of 5.0 compared to Chicago's 35.19. This means that Evansville neighborhoods are safer than 5.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Chicago neighborhoods are safer than 35.19%.
• Evansville is considered to be safer than Chicago with a safety index of 56.42 vs Chicago's 33.87.
• Air quality in Evansville is moderate, and in Chicago it's good.

Other things to consider for your Chicago vs. Evansville move

• Weather: September, May and October are the months favorable for a move to Evansville as these months have a favorable dry weather without extreme heat.
• 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: The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) regulate movers operating within Indiana and issue moving companies Indiana Households Goods Carriers Numbers. Check to make sure prospective movers have one and that it’s up to date. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Indiana moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Indiana 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 Evansville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection – a budget-friendly choice with no extra cost from movers, though coverage is limited to 60 cents per pound. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, reimbursement is just $15. To ensure coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Evansville

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

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