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What to know before moving from Billings to Lexington

Moving from Billings to Lexington comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Lexington is generally more expensive than Billings, 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 Lexington are 4% higher than in Billings, 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 Lexington.
  Home prices in Lexington are 19.0% lower than in Billings.
• Income in Lexington is 3.1% lower than in Billings, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Lexington include A&W Restaurants, University of Kentucky, and Federal Prison Industries.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Lexington, since the cost of living for a single person in Lexington is 74.8% higher than in Billings. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Lexington is 8.1% lower than in Billings.
• The unemployment rate in Lexington is 4.88% higher than in Billings.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Lexington, since the city’s sales taxes in Lexington are 6.00% higher than in Billings.
• One perk of moving to Lexington is paying less in state income taxes, which are 40.74% lower than in Billings.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,245.35 in Lexington to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Billings.

How life is different in Billings vs. Lexington

• Lexington's population is about 74% greater than Billings.
• Lexington's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Billings's lower score of 3.
• Lexington is more walkable than Billings with a score of 90 out of 100 vs Billings's 35 out of 100.
• With a score of 85 out of 100, Lexington is more bike-friendly than Billings, which has a score of 47 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Lexington and Billings have a similar crime rate.
• Lexington and Billings are considered to be equally safe.
• Air quality in Lexington is good, and in Billings it's good.

Other things to consider for your Billings vs. Lexington move

• Weather: Lexington has hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters with occasional mild periods
• 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: Movers in Kentucky are licensed and regulated by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) – Division of Motor Carriers. Moving companies that operate within the state must carry adequate cargo insurance and file public tariffs detailing the services they offer and the cost for each. The KYTC can assist consumers with resolving disputes with movers, but only after a customer makes a formal written complaint.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Kentucky moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Kentucky 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 Lexington. 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 free, basic coverage from movers at 60 cents per pound. For comprehensive protection matching your items' full value, consult your moving company for alternative options or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in Lexington

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