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What to know before moving from Evansville to Ontario

Moving from Evansville to Ontario comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Ontario is generally more expensive than Evansville, 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 Ontario are 202% higher than in Evansville, 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 Evansville.
  Home prices in Ontario are 271.1% higher than in Evansville.
• Income in Ontario is 19.7% higher than in Evansville, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Ontario include Prime Healthcare, Niagara Bottling, and Gold Star Foods.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Ontario, since the cost of living for a single person in Ontario is 56.3% higher than in Evansville. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Ontario, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Ontario is 54.4% higher than in Evansville.
• The unemployment rate in Ontario is 25.45% higher than in Evansville.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Ontario, since the city’s sales taxes in Ontario are 25.00% higher than in Evansville.
• State income taxes in Ontario are 322.22% higher than in Evansville.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,689.63 in Ontario to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Evansville.

How life is different in Evansville vs. Ontario

• The population of Ontario is about 49% greater than Evansville, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Ontario offers better access to buses and trains than Evansville, based on public transportation ratings. Ontario has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 3 in Evansville. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Ontario means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Evansville. Ontario is considered more walkable than Evansville, with a score of 48 out of 100 versus 44 out of 100 in Evansville. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• Ontario and Evansville are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 46 and 43 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• The crime rate in Ontario is higher than in Evansville, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 50.25 in Ontario, it is 5.0 in Evansville. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Ontario. With a crime index of 49.75, Ontario ranks lower in overall safety than Evansville, whose index is Evansville's 56.42. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Ontario has better air quality than in Evansville. Ontario has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Evansville. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

Other things to consider for your Evansville vs. Ontario move

• Weather: Ontario with hot summers and mild winters.
• 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: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a California moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: California 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 Ontario. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

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