($1,519) Movers From Raleigh, NC to Ogden, UT

What to know before moving from Raleigh to Ogden

Moving from Raleigh to Ogden 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 Ogden, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Raleigh compares to Ogden so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Ogden are 24% lower than in Raleigh, 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 Ogden.
  Home prices in Ogden are 11.1% lower than in Raleigh.
• Income in Ogden is 2,348.9% higher than in Raleigh, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Ogden include CFJ Properties, Inc., Weber State University, and Staker Parson Companies.
• The cost of living for a single person in Ogden is 66.4% lower than in Raleigh. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Ogden is 24.4% lower than in Raleigh.
• The unemployment rate in Ogden is 11.63% lower than in Raleigh.
• Sales taxes are the same in Ogden and Raleigh.
• State income taxes in Ogden are 10.00% higher than in Raleigh.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,006.58 in Ogden to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Raleigh.

How life is different in Raleigh vs. Ogden

• Ogden might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 81% less than Raleigh.
• Ogden offers better access to buses and trains than Raleigh, based on public transportation ratings. Ogden has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 4 in Raleigh. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Ogden means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Raleigh. Ogden is considered more walkable than Raleigh, with a score of 44 out of 100 versus 31 out of 100 in Raleigh. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Ogden is considered more bike-friendly than Raleigh in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Ogden has a bike-friendliness score of 44 out of 100, while Raleigh is rated as 39 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Ogden is higher than in Raleigh, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 46.94 in Ogden, it is 38.87 in Raleigh. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Ogden. With a crime index of 53.06, Ogden ranks lower in overall safety than Raleigh, whose index is Raleigh's 60.13. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Ogden has better air quality than in Raleigh. Ogden 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. Ogden move

• Weather: If you're planning to move to Ogden, it's advisable to June, September and May as these are the most pleasant months in Ogden, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Ogden experiences both hot summer and very cold weather. Best and worst of both worlds.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Utah, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Utah moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Utah, 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 toOgden Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.In Utah, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. To increase protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Ogden

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

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