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What to know before moving from Ann Arbor to Mobile

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

Check out how Ann Arbor compares to Mobile so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Mobile are 43% lower than in Ann Arbor, 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 Mobile.
  Home prices in Mobile are 60.8% lower than in Ann Arbor.
• Income in Mobile is 7.5% lower than in Ann Arbor, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Mobile include Infirmary Health, Austal, and City of Mobile.
• The cost of living for a single person in Mobile is 16.1% lower than in Ann Arbor. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Mobile is 23.2% lower than in Ann Arbor.
• The unemployment rate in Mobile is 77.14% higher than in Ann Arbor.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Mobile, since the city’s sales taxes in Mobile are 66.67% higher than in Ann Arbor.
• State income taxes in Mobile are 17.65% higher than in Ann Arbor.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,516.08 in Mobile to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Ann Arbor.

How life is different in Ann Arbor vs. Mobile

• Mobile's population is about 51% greater than Ann Arbor.
• Mobile's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Ann Arbor's higher score of 7.
• Mobile is less walkable than Ann Arbor with a score of 32 out of 100 vs Ann Arbor's 52 out of 100.
• Mobile has a bike-friendliness score 34 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Ann Arbor, which has a score of 71 out of 100.
• Mobile's crime rate is higher than Ann Arbor with a score of 64.95 compared to Ann Arbor's 31.0. This means that Mobile neighborhoods are safer than 64.95% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Ann Arbor neighborhoods are safer than 31.0%.
• Mobile is considered to be less safe than Ann Arbor with a score of 35.05 vs Ann Arbor's 79.18.
• Air quality in Mobile is good, and in Ann Arbor it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Ann Arbor vs. Mobile move

• Weather: October, April and November are the most pleasant months in Mobile, so consider this in your plans in moving to Mobile City. Mobile City experiences extreme heat on summer and rainy days on winter.
• 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: To guarantee the safety and reliability of local moving services in Alabama, it is essential for moving companies to possess a registration number issued by the Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC). Trust your move to registered professionals for a secure and dependable experience.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Alabama moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Alabama 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 Mobile. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Moving companies typically take responsibility for your belongings at a rate of 60 cents per pound (or even less) per item. This means that for a lightweight item weighing five pounds and valued at $500, the reimbursement would be only $3 in the event of loss or damage. To enhance your coverage, certain movers provide additional valuation options, such as declared value or lump sum value protection, which offer better protection compared to the basic released value protection. To better understand and explore these options, consider discussing them with your chosen moving company.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

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