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What to know before moving from St. Louis to Gainesville

Moving from St. Louis to Gainesville 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 Gainesville, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices in Gainesville are 28% 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 Gainesville are 68.0% higher than in St. Louis.
• Income in Gainesville is 10.7% lower than in St. Louis, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Gainesville include University of Florida, Charles Perry Partners, Inc., and CPAmerica.
• The cost of living for a single person in Gainesville is 33.3% lower than in St. Louis. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Gainesville is 46.9% lower than in St. Louis.
• The unemployment rate in Gainesville is 30.16% lower than in St. Louis.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Gainesville, since the city’s sales taxes in Gainesville are 27.69% lower than in St. Louis.
• One perk of moving to Gainesville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in St. Louis.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,001.16 in Gainesville 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. Gainesville

• Gainesville's population is about 52% less than St. Louis.
• Gainesville's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus St. Louis's higher score of 8.
• Gainesville is less walkable than St. Louis with a score of 37 out of 100 vs St. Louis's 66 out of 100.
• With a score of 69 out of 100, Gainesville is more bike-friendly than St. Louis, which has a score of 58 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Gainesville's crime rate is lower than St. Louis with a score of 8.0 compared to St. Louis's 69.65. This means that Gainesville neighborhoods are safer than 8.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and St. Louis neighborhoods are safer than 69.65%.
• Gainesville is considered to be safer than St. Louis with a safety index of 52.61 vs St. Louis's 30.35.
• Air quality in Gainesville is good, and in St. Louis it's moderate.

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

• Weather: April, November and October are the most pleasant months in Gainesville, while August and July are the least comfortable months.
• 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 Gainesville. 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 Gainesville

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

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