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What to know before moving from Baltimore to Tallahassee

Moving from Baltimore to Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices in Tallahassee are 12% lower than in Baltimore, 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 Baltimore.
  Home prices in Tallahassee are 56.8% higher than in Baltimore.
• Income in Tallahassee is 15.9% lower than in Baltimore, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tallahassee include Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and Florida A&M University.
• The cost of living for a single person in Tallahassee is 9.2% lower than in Baltimore. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Tallahassee is 9.0% lower than in Baltimore.
• The unemployment rate in Tallahassee is 35.44% lower than in Baltimore.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Tallahassee, since the city’s sales taxes in Tallahassee are 25.00% higher than in Baltimore.
• One perk of moving to Tallahassee is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Baltimore.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,724.70 in Tallahassee to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Baltimore.

How life is different in Baltimore vs. Tallahassee

• Tallahassee might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 66% less than Baltimore.
• Getting around Tallahassee without a car might be more difficult than in Baltimore. Tallahassee has a public transportation score of 5 out of 10, whereas Baltimore is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Tallahassee neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Baltimore. Based on its score of 30 out of 100, Tallahassee isn’t as walkable as Baltimore, which has a score of 64 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Tallahassee, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Baltimore. While Baltimore has a bike-friendliness score of 53 out of 100, Tallahassee earned a 45. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• Tallahassee has a lower crime rate than Baltimore based on scores of 58.35 and Baltimore's 72.72, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Tallahassee than in Baltimore, based on Tallahassee’s safety index of 41.65 versus 27.28 for Baltimore. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Tallahassee and Baltimore is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Baltimore vs. Tallahassee move

• Weather: Tallahassee has long summers and short, mild winters, as well as drier springs and autumns.
• 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: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Florida moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Florida 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 Tallahassee. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in Tallahassee

Ready to relocate to "Tally"? Here are some of the top neighborhoods to consider in Tallahassee.

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