($1,373) Movers From Charlotte, NC to Tempe, AZ

What to know before moving from Charlotte to Tempe

Moving from Charlotte to Tempe comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Tempe is generally more expensive than Charlotte, 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 Tempe are 3% higher than in Charlotte, 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 Charlotte.
  Home prices in Tempe are 20.4% higher than in Charlotte.
• Income in Tempe is 1.1% lower than in Charlotte, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tempe include Amkor Technology, Inc., Benchmark Electronics, and America West Holdings.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Tempe, since the cost of living for a single person in Tempe is 72.0% higher than in Charlotte. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Tempe is 18.2% lower than in Charlotte.
• The unemployment rate in Tempe is 63.64% higher than in Charlotte.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Tempe, since the city’s sales taxes in Tempe are 11.72% higher than in Charlotte.
• One perk of moving to Tempe is paying less in state income taxes, which are 44.44% lower than in Charlotte.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,161.18 in Tempe to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Charlotte.

How life is different in Charlotte vs. Tempe

• Tempe might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 79% less than Charlotte.
• Tempe offers better access to buses and trains than Charlotte, based on public transportation ratings. Tempe has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 5 in Charlotte. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Tempe means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Charlotte. Tempe is considered more walkable than Charlotte, with a score of 54 out of 100 versus 26 out of 100 in Charlotte. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Tempe is considered more bike-friendly than Charlotte in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Tempe has a bike-friendliness score of 75 out of 100, while Charlotte is rated as 31 out of 100.
• Tempe has a lower crime rate than Charlotte based on scores of 42.36 and Charlotte's 46.52, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Tempe than in Charlotte, based on Tempe’s safety index of 57.64 versus 53.48 for Charlotte. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Tempe has better air quality than in Charlotte. Tempe has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Charlotte. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

Other things to consider for your Charlotte vs. Tempe move

• Weather: Tempe has very hot summers and little rainfall.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Arizona, though it\’s smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly toTempe Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Tempe

Now that you’ve chosen "Tempe" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in Tempe to check out.

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