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What to know before moving from Lafayette to Fort Collins

Moving from Lafayette to Fort Collins comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Fort Collins is generally more expensive than Lafayette, 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 Fort Collins are 38% lower than in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette.
  Home prices in Fort Collins are 153.5% higher than in Lafayette.
• Income in Fort Collins is 8.8% higher than in Lafayette, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Collins include Advanced Energy Industries, RIMROCK, and Woodward.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Fort Collins, since the cost of living for a single person in Fort Collins is 19.9% higher than in Lafayette. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Fort Collins, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Fort Collins is 13.9% higher than in Lafayette.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 3.45% lower than in Lafayette.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city’s sales taxes in Fort Collins are 20.11% lower than in Lafayette.
• State income taxes in Fort Collins are 29.18% higher than in Lafayette.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,596.64 in Fort Collins to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Lafayette.

How life is different in Lafayette vs. Fort Collins

• Fort Collins's population is about 40% greater than Lafayette.
• Fort Collins's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Lafayette's lower score of 3.
• Fort Collins is less walkable than Lafayette with a score of 37 out of 100 vs Lafayette's 42 out of 100.
• With a score of 78 out of 100, Fort Collins is more bike-friendly than Lafayette, which has a score of 47 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Fort Collins's crime rate is lower than Lafayette with a score of 17.0 compared to Lafayette's 45.75. This means that Fort Collins neighborhoods are safer than 17.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Lafayette neighborhoods are safer than 45.75%.
• Fort Collins is considered to be safer than Lafayette with a safety index of 72.86 vs Lafayette's 54.25.
• Air quality in Fort Collins is good, and in Lafayette it's good.

Other things to consider for your Lafayette vs. Fort Collins move

• Weather: August, June and September are the best months to move in Fort Collins, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Summers in Fort Collins can be mild to hot. Winters can be relatively tolerable as well.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Colorado moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Colorado doesn\’t require moving permits, but it\’s still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You’ll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Fort Collins. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-free advantage, provided by movers with minimal coverage. Under this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover lost or damaged a valuable item, you would only receive compensation based on this limited valuation. If you seek comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with the moving company you're hiring or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in Fort Collins

Ready to relocate to "Fort Collins"? Here are some of the top neighborhoods to consider in Fort Collins.

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