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What to know before moving from Washington DC to Colorado Springs

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

Check out how Washington DC compares to Colorado Springs so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Colorado Springs are 25% lower than in Washington DC, 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 Colorado Springs.
  Home prices in Colorado Springs are 24.3% lower than in Washington DC.
• Income in Colorado Springs is 22.3% lower than in Washington DC, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Colorado Springs include XAware, Vectrus, and Young Life.
• The cost of living for a single person in Colorado Springs is 22.3% lower than in Washington DC. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Colorado Springs is 36.2% lower than in Washington DC.
• The unemployment rate in Colorado Springs is 2.86% lower than in Washington DC.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Colorado Springs, since the city’s sales taxes in Colorado Springs are 36.67% higher than in Washington DC.
• One perk of moving to Colorado Springs is paying less in state income taxes, which are 4.52% lower than in Washington DC.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,330.05 in Colorado Springs to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Washington DC.

How life is different in Washington DC vs. Colorado Springs

• Colorado Springs's population is about 32% less than Washington DC.
• Colorado Springs's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Washington DC's higher score of 9.
• Colorado Springs is less walkable than Washington DC with a score of 36 out of 100 vs Washington DC's 77 out of 100.
• Colorado Springs has a bike-friendliness score 45 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Washington DC, which has a score of 70 out of 100.
• Colorado Springs's crime rate is lower than Washington DC with a score of 41.94 compared to Washington DC's 60.37. This means that Colorado Springs neighborhoods are safer than 41.94% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Washington DC neighborhoods are safer than 60.37%.
• Colorado Springs is considered to be safer than Washington DC with a safety index of 58.06 vs Washington DC's 39.63.
• Air quality in Colorado Springs is moderate, and in Washington DC it's good.

Other things to consider for your Washington DC vs. Colorado Springs move

• Weather: Colorado Springs has a cooler, dry-winter and its location just east of the Rocky Mountains affords it the rapid warming influence from chinook winds during winter but also subjects it to drastic day-to-day variability in weather conditions. Winters range from mild to moderately cold. Dry weather generally prevails, but brief afternoon thunderstorms are common, especially in July and August when the city receives the majority of its annual rainfall.
• 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 Colorado Springs. 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.

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