($1,572) Movers From Chapel Hill, NC to Eugene, OR

What to know before moving from Chapel Hill to Eugene

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

Check out how Chapel Hill compares to Eugene so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Eugene are 18% lower than in Chapel Hill, 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 Eugene.
  Home prices in Eugene are 22.4% lower than in Chapel Hill.
• Income in Eugene is 4.8% lower than in Chapel Hill, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Eugene include Hynix Semiconductor Manufacturing America Inc, Bi-Mart, and Pap.
• The cost of living for a single person in Eugene is 19.3% lower than in Chapel Hill. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Eugene is 8.6% lower than in Chapel Hill.
• The unemployment rate in Eugene is 96.88% higher than in Chapel Hill.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Eugene, since the city’s sales taxes in Eugene are 100.00% lower than in Chapel Hill.
• State income taxes in Eugene are 120.00% higher than in Chapel Hill.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,420.82 in Eugene to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Chapel Hill.

How life is different in Chapel Hill vs. Eugene

• Eugene's population is about 177% greater than Chapel Hill.
• Eugene's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus Chapel Hill's higher score of 6.
• Eugene is more walkable than Chapel Hill with a score of 46 out of 100 vs Chapel Hill's 34 out of 100.
• With a score of 72 out of 100, Eugene is more bike-friendly than Chapel Hill, which has a score of 50 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Eugene's crime rate is lower than Chapel Hill with a score of 6.0 compared to Chapel Hill's 26.42. This means that Eugene neighborhoods are safer than 6.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Chapel Hill neighborhoods are safer than 26.42%.
• Eugene is considered to be less safe than Chapel Hill with a score of 54.24 vs Chapel Hill's 73.58.
• Air quality in Eugene is good, and in Chapel Hill it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Chapel Hill vs. Eugene move

• Weather: July, August and September are the most pleasant months in Eugene. So consider these months when you're planning to move to this city.
• 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: Moving companies headquartered in Oregon must possess an up-to-date USDOT Number as well as a license issued by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Oregon moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Oregon, 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 toEugene Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.Released Value Protection is a cost-effective choice as it comes at no extra cost. Movers provide this option without additional charges, but the coverage it offers is minimal. With Released Value Protection, the mover's liability is limited to 60 cents per pound per article.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Eugene

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

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