($1,218) Movers From Durham, NC to Lexington, KY

What to know before moving from Durham to Lexington

Moving from Durham to Lexington comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Lexington is generally more expensive than Durham, 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 21% lower than in Durham, which means you’ll have more 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 21.1% lower than in Durham.
• Income in Lexington is 84.5% lower than in Durham, 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 10.6% higher than in Durham. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Lexington is 29.9% lower than in Durham.
• The unemployment rate in Lexington is 4.88% higher than in Durham.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Lexington, since the city’s sales taxes in Lexington are 20.00% lower than in Durham.
• One perk of moving to Lexington is paying less in state income taxes, which are 11.11% lower than in Durham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,317.87 in Lexington to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Durham.

How life is different in Durham vs. Lexington

• Lexington's population is about 13% greater than Durham.
• Lexington's public transportation has a similar score to Durham.
• Lexington is more walkable than Durham with a score of 90 out of 100 vs Durham's 30 out of 100.
• With a score of 85 out of 100, Lexington is more bike-friendly than Durham, which has a score of 38 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Lexington and Durham have a similar crime rate.
• Lexington and Durham are considered to be equally safe.
• Air quality in Lexington is good, and in Durham it's good.

Other things to consider for your Durham vs. Lexington move

• Weather: Lexington has hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters with occasional mild periods
• 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: 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Kentucky moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Kentucky, 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 toLexington 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 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Lexington

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

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