($1,460) Movers From Winston-Salem, NC to Scottsdale, AZ

What to know before moving from Winston-Salem to Scottsdale

Moving from Winston-Salem to Scottsdale comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Scottsdale is generally more expensive than Winston-Salem, 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 Scottsdale are 154% higher than in Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem.
  Home prices in Scottsdale are 232.5% higher than in Winston-Salem.
• Income in Scottsdale is 3.4% higher than in Winston-Salem, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Scottsdale include Honor Health, CVS Health, and Scottsdale Unified School District.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Scottsdale, since the cost of living for a single person in Scottsdale is 137.7% higher than in Winston-Salem. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Scottsdale is 13.2% lower than in Winston-Salem.
• The unemployment rate in Scottsdale is 9.62% lower than in Winston-Salem.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Scottsdale, since the city’s sales taxes in Scottsdale are 15.00% higher than in Winston-Salem.
• One perk of moving to Scottsdale is paying less in state income taxes, which are 44.44% lower than in Winston-Salem.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $7,131.82 in Scottsdale to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Winston-Salem.

How life is different in Winston-Salem vs. Scottsdale

• Scottsdale and Winston-Salem have roughly the same population, which could make adjusting to your new life in Arizona easier.
• Scottsdale offers better access to buses and trains than Winston-Salem, based on public transportation ratings. Scottsdale has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 3 in Winston-Salem. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Scottsdale means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Winston-Salem. Scottsdale is considered more walkable than Winston-Salem, with a score of 32 out of 100 versus 22 out of 100 in Winston-Salem. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Scottsdale is considered more bike-friendly than Winston-Salem in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Scottsdale has a bike-friendliness score of 56 out of 100, while Winston-Salem is rated as 29 out of 100.
• Scottsdale has a lower crime rate than Winston-Salem based on scores of 25.8 and Winston-Salem's 32.67, 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 Scottsdale than in Winston-Salem, based on Scottsdale’s safety index of 74.2 versus 67.33 for Winston-Salem. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Scottsdale and Winston-Salem is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Winston-Salem vs. Scottsdale 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: 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 toScottsdale 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 Scottsdale

Now that you’ve chosen "West's Most Western Town" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in Scottsdale to check out.

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