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What to know before moving from St. Louis to Mesa

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

Check out how St. Louis compares to Mesa so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Mesa are 43% higher than in St. Louis, 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 St. Louis.
  Home prices in Mesa are 152.5% higher than in St. Louis.
• Income in Mesa is 2.4% lower than in St. Louis, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Mesa include Banner Health System, Mesa Public Schools, and The Boeing Company.
• The cost of living for a single person in Mesa is 6.7% lower than in St. Louis. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Mesa is 15.3% lower than in St. Louis.
• The unemployment rate in Mesa is 3.17% lower than in St. Louis.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Mesa, since the city’s sales taxes in Mesa are 14.26% lower than in St. Louis.
• One perk of moving to Mesa is paying less in state income taxes, which are 47.92% lower than in St. Louis.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,799.54 in Mesa to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in St. Louis.

How life is different in St. Louis vs. Mesa

• Mesa's population is about 72% greater than St. Louis.
• Mesa's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus St. Louis's higher score of 8.
• Mesa is less walkable than St. Louis with a score of 38 out of 100 vs St. Louis's 66 out of 100.
• Both Mesa and St. Louis have the same bike-friendliness score of 58 out of 100, meaning Mesa is about as safe for cyclists as St. Louis. Typically, cities that have scores of 20 or higher are seen as reasonably safe, though the higher the score, the more safely accessible a city is for bicycling.
• Mesa's crime rate is lower than St. Louis with a score of 44.67 compared to St. Louis's 69.65. This means that Mesa neighborhoods are safer than 44.67% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and St. Louis neighborhoods are safer than 69.65%.
• Mesa is considered to be safer than St. Louis with a safety index of 55.33 vs St. Louis's 30.35.
• Air quality in Mesa is good, and in St. Louis it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your St. Louis vs. Mesa move

• Weather: Extreme heat may cause discomfort if you choose to move in the summer. Pay close attention to heat sensitive household items such as instruments, antique furniture, and electronics.
• 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: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Arizona moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Arizona 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 Mesa. 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-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options or consider 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 Mesa

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

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