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What to know before moving from Baltimore to Tulsa

Moving from Baltimore to Tulsa comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Tulsa is generally more expensive than Baltimore, 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 Tulsa are 25% 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 Tulsa are 10.6% higher than in Baltimore.
• Income in Tulsa is 10.1% lower than in Baltimore, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tulsa include Imperial, Hilti, and QuikTrip.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Tulsa, since the cost of living for a single person in Tulsa is 21.5% higher than in Baltimore. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Tulsa is 44.0% lower than in Baltimore.
• The unemployment rate in Tulsa is 40.51% lower than in Baltimore.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Tulsa, since the city’s sales taxes in Tulsa are 42.00% higher than in Baltimore.
• One perk of moving to Tulsa is paying less in state income taxes, which are 17.39% lower than in Baltimore.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,643.72 in Tulsa to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Baltimore.

How life is different in Baltimore vs. Tulsa

• Tulsa might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 29% less than Baltimore.
• Getting around Tulsa without a car might be more difficult than in Baltimore. Tulsa has a public transportation score of 4 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.
• Tulsa neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Baltimore. Based on its score of 39 out of 100, Tulsa 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 Tulsa, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Baltimore. While Baltimore has a bike-friendliness score of 53 out of 100, Tulsa earned a 47. 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.
• Tulsa has a lower crime rate than Baltimore based on scores of 51.94 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 Tulsa than in Baltimore, based on Tulsa’s safety index of 48.06 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 Tulsa 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. Tulsa move

• Weather: Primarily in the spring and early summer months, the city is subjected to severe thunderstorms containing large hail, damaging winds, and, occasionally, tornadoes. Be sure to check your weather app to avoid inclement weather during your move.
• 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: In Oklahoma, in-state household goods movers are certified and licensed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC).Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Oklahoma moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Oklahoma 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 Tulsa. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Opting for Released Value Protection is the most cost-effective choice since it comes at no extra expense. Movers provide this option without additional charges, but the coverage it offers is minimal. With Released Value Protection, the mover's liability is limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For example, if your mover were to lose or damage a set of fine china weighing 15 pounds, you would only be compensated $9 (60 cents x 15 pounds). If you require coverage for the full value of your items, it is advisable to discuss alternative options with the moving company 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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