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What to know before moving from Indianapolis to Akron

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

Check out how Indianapolis compares to Akron so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Akron are 32% lower than in Indianapolis, 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 Akron.
  Home prices in Akron are 45.0% lower than in Indianapolis.
• Income in Akron is 4.8% higher than in Indianapolis, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Akron include Goodyear, Signet Jewelers, and Sterling Jewelry.
• The cost of living for a single person in Akron is 45.0% lower than in Indianapolis. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Akron is 38.2% lower than in Indianapolis.
• The unemployment rate in Akron is 23.21% higher than in Indianapolis.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Akron, since the city’s sales taxes in Akron are 3.57% lower than in Indianapolis.
• State income taxes in Akron are 11.11% higher than in Indianapolis.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,650.86 in Akron to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Indianapolis.

How life is different in Indianapolis vs. Akron

• Akron's population is about 79% less than Indianapolis.
• Akron's public transportation has a similar score to Indianapolis.
• Akron is more walkable than Indianapolis with a score of 48 out of 100 vs Indianapolis's 31 out of 100.
• Both Akron and Indianapolis have the same bike-friendliness score of 43 out of 100, meaning Akron is about as safe for cyclists as Indianapolis. 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.
• Akron's crime rate is lower than Indianapolis with a score of 5.0 compared to Indianapolis's 60.71. This means that Akron neighborhoods are safer than 5.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Indianapolis neighborhoods are safer than 60.71%.
• Akron is considered to be safer than Indianapolis with a safety index of 50.39 vs Indianapolis's 39.29.
• Air quality in Akron is moderate, and in Indianapolis it's good.

Other things to consider for your Indianapolis vs. Akron move

• Weather: Best months to move to Akron are June, August and September as these are the driest months heat is not extreme. Winters are cold and dry but typically bring a mix of rain, sleet, and snow with occasional heavy snowfall and icing.
• 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 Akron. 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 Akron

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

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