Things to know before moving from Missouri to Eugene, OR

Cost of living: Missouri vs Eugene, OR

Missouri Eugene
Average rent cost $957 $1,596
Average home value $248,327 $459,782
Average income (per capita) $65,920 $62,442
Unemployment rate 4% 6%
State income tax 5% 10%
  • Rent is about 67% more expensive in Eugene than in Missouri.
  • Home prices are about 85% higher in Eugene than in Missouri.
  • The average income is about 5% lower in Eugene than in Missouri.
  • Eugene has a higher unemployment rate than Missouri by about 66%.
  • Income taxes are 106% higher in Eugene than in Missouri.

How life is different in Eugene from Missouri

Eugene Missouri
Population 176,654 6,196,156
Political leaning Democratic 61-36 Republican 59-41
Summer high 82ºF 88ºF
Winter low 34ºF 20ºF
Annual rain 47" 43"
Annual snow 3" 13"
Crime index 6.0 28.28
  • The population of Eugene is approximately 97% lower than the population of Missouri.
  • In the last presidential election, Eugene voted Democratic and Missouri voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in Eugene is 82ºF and in Missouri, it’s 88ºF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Eugene reaches the temperature of 34ºF and Missouri gets down to 20ºF.
  • You can expect about 47 inches of annual rainfall in Eugene vs 43 inches of rainfall in Missouri.
  • In Eugene, it snows about 3 inches annually vs 13 inches of snow in Missouri.
  • Eugene has a lower crime rate than Missouri with a crime index of 28.28 vs 6.0.

Things to do in Eugene

Whether you’re looking for parks, museums, sports, or even universities, you’ll be happy to find a plethora of these in Eugene.

Museums in Eugenetoggle

  • Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
  • Oregon Air and Space Museum
  • Lane County History Museum

Parks in Eugenetoggle

  • Hendricks Park
  • Skinner Butte Park
  • Pre's Trail
  • Alton Baker Park
  • Delta Ponds City Park
  • Armitage Park
  • Maurie Jacobs Park

Sports Teams in Eugenetoggle

  • Eugene Emeralds (Baseball-Northwest League)
  • Oregon Ducks (Pac-12)

Universities in Eugenetoggle

  • New Hope Christian College
  • Northwest Christian University
  • University of Oregon
  • Lane Community College

Other considerations when moving to Eugene, OR

  • Weather: July, August and September are the most pleasant months in Eugene. So consider these months when you're planning to move to this city.
  • HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
  • Elevator reservation: One common and important example of something that should be handled ahead of time is reserving the building's elevator and finding out their rules for using the elevator.
  • Parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles, find out ahead of time with your new local rules.
  • State licensing: Moving companies headquartered in Oregon must possess an up-to-date USDOT Number as well as a license issued by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
  • State regulator: You can verify a Oregon moving license and its status on the state regulator's official website.
  • Moving permits: Oregon does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
  • Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Oregon. Get started here.
  • Mover's insurance: Every state has their own requirements when it comes to insurance. Released Value Protection is a cost-effective choice as it comes at no extra cost. 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.
  • Moving checklist: Peace of mind is priceless. Our moving checklist will help you know you’ve got everything covered.

FAQ

How long does a move from Missouri to Eugene take?

The time frame for a move from Missouri to Eugene, OR, varies based on your moving method and starting location. The actual loading up of your items should not take more than a day, even with DIY moves.

Obviously, the further upstate you are in Missouri, the longer the drive time to Eugene will be. If you’re driving a rental truck, the move could be completed in one or two days, on average, depending on your route and how often you stop.

With professional movers or moving containers, delivery times to Eugene from Missouri can range from a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on the company’s schedule and transit logistics. You can always ask for a general timeline before booking.

How far in advance should I book movers when moving from Missouri to Eugene?

Because of the 2031-mile move, it’s best to book your move from Missouri to Eugene as soon as you have your moving details. Ideally, you’d book your move two to three months ahead of time.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Eugene, OR?

With the summer highs of 82ºF and the winter lows of 34ºF, most people move to Eugene from Missouri during the spring and fall months. To avoid competing during those busy moving seasons, you could save some money by booking your move to Eugene during summer or winter.

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