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What to know before moving from Baltimore to Fort Collins

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

Check out how Baltimore compares to Fort Collins so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Fort Collins are 9% higher than in Baltimore, 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 Baltimore.
  Home prices in Fort Collins are 200.4% higher than in Baltimore.
• Income in Fort Collins is 10.9% higher than in Baltimore, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Collins include Advanced Energy Industries, RIMROCK, and Woodward.
• The cost of living for a single person in Fort Collins is 3.7% lower than in Baltimore. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Fort Collins is 5.8% lower than in Baltimore.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 29.11% lower than in Baltimore.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city’s sales taxes in Fort Collins are 25.83% higher than in Baltimore.
• One perk of moving to Fort Collins is paying less in state income taxes, which are 4.52% lower than in Baltimore.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,887.99 in Fort Collins to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Baltimore.

How life is different in Baltimore vs. Fort Collins

• Fort Collins's population is about 71% less than Baltimore.
• Fort Collins's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Baltimore's higher score of 8.
• Fort Collins is less walkable than Baltimore with a score of 37 out of 100 vs Baltimore's 64 out of 100.
• With a score of 78 out of 100, Fort Collins is more bike-friendly than Baltimore, which has a score of 53 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 Baltimore with a score of 17.0 compared to Baltimore's 72.72. This means that Fort Collins neighborhoods are safer than 17.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Baltimore neighborhoods are safer than 72.72%.
• Fort Collins is considered to be safer than Baltimore with a safety index of 72.86 vs Baltimore's 27.28.
• Air quality in Fort Collins is good, and in Baltimore it's good.

Other things to consider for your Baltimore 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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