($1,458) Movers From Durham, NC to Reno, NV

What to know before moving from Durham to Reno

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

Check out how Durham compares to Reno so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices are the same in Reno and Durham.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Durham.
  Home prices in Reno are 33.7% higher than in Durham.
• Income in Reno is 83.2% lower than in Durham, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Reno include Amerco, Trane, and Hamilton.
• The cost of living for a single person in Reno is 24.3% lower than in Durham. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Reno is 17.8% lower than in Durham.
• The unemployment rate in Reno is 12.20% higher than in Durham.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Reno, since the city’s sales taxes in Reno are 10.27% higher than in Durham.
• One perk of moving to Reno is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Durham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,271.14 in Reno to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Durham.

How life is different in Durham vs. Reno

• Reno might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 7% less than Durham.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Reno will be about the same as it currently is in Durham. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Living in Reno means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Durham. Reno is considered more walkable than Durham, with a score of 40 out of 100 versus 30 out of 100 in Durham. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Reno is considered more bike-friendly than Durham in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Reno has a bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, while Durham is rated as 38 out of 100.
• Reno has a lower crime rate than Durham based on scores of 46.26 and Durham's 54.72, 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 Reno than in Durham, based on Reno’s safety index of 53.74 versus 45.28 for Durham. 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 Reno and Durham 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 Durham vs. Reno move

• Weather: Reno experiences very hot summer and very cold winter. If you're looking to relocate, consider the months of June, September and May as these months have favorable weather. December and January are the least comfortable months.
• 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 that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Nevada moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Nevada, 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 toReno Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.Opt for Released Value Protection, the cost-free choice provided by movers, albeit with minimal coverage. Movers take responsibility for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover misplaced or damaged a valuable item like a 30-pound sculpture, you would only receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, explore alternative options with your selected moving company or consider consulting 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 Reno

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

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