($1,293) Movers From Raleigh, NC to Port St. Lucie, FL

What to know before moving from Raleigh to Port St. Lucie

Moving from Raleigh to Port St. Lucie means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Raleigh than in Port St. Lucie, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Raleigh compares to Port St. Lucie so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Port St. Lucie are 58% higher than in Raleigh, 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 Port St. Lucie.
  Home prices in Port St. Lucie are 9.3% lower than in Raleigh.
• Income in Port St. Lucie is 2,569.0% higher than in Raleigh, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Port St. Lucie include Liberty Healthcare Group, Gerelco Electrical Contractors, and St. Lucie Medical Center.
• The cost of living for a single person in Port St. Lucie is 59.8% lower than in Raleigh. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Port St. Lucie is 8.9% lower than in Raleigh.
• The unemployment rate in Port St. Lucie is 13.95% higher than in Raleigh.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Port St. Lucie, since the city’s sales taxes in Port St. Lucie are 3.45% lower than in Raleigh.
• One perk of moving to Port St. Lucie is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Raleigh.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,206.02 in Port St. Lucie to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Raleigh.

How life is different in Raleigh vs. Port St. Lucie

• Port St. Lucie might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 56% less than Raleigh.
• Getting around Port St. Lucie without a car might be more difficult than in Raleigh. Port St. Lucie has a public transportation score of 1 out of 10, whereas Raleigh is ranked 4. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Port St. Lucie neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Raleigh. Based on its score of 13 out of 100, Port St. Lucie isn’t as walkable as Raleigh, which has a score of 31 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• Port St. Lucie and Raleigh are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 36 and 39 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Port St. Lucie as Raleigh. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Port St. Lucie than in Raleigh, based on Port St. Lucie’s safety index of 64.97 versus 60.13 for Raleigh. 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 Port St. Lucie has better air quality than in Raleigh. Port St. Lucie has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Raleigh. 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 Raleigh vs. Port St. Lucie move

• Weather: Port St. Lucie summers are usually hot, with high temperatures averaging in the low 90s. Winters are usually mild to warm, with average high temperatures in the 70s. Port St. Lucie is also vulnerable to hurricanes.
• 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: 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Florida, 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 toPort St. Lucie Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Port St. Lucie

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

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