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What to know before moving from Fargo to Chapel Hill

Moving from Fargo to Chapel Hill comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Chapel Hill is generally more expensive than Fargo, 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 Chapel Hill are 85% higher than in Fargo, 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 Fargo.
  Home prices in Chapel Hill are 106.0% higher than in Fargo.
• Income in Chapel Hill is 10.3% higher than in Fargo, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Chapel Hill include University of North Carolina, Performance Bicycle, and Investors Title.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Chapel Hill, since the cost of living for a single person in Chapel Hill is 43.6% higher than in Fargo. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Chapel Hill, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Chapel Hill is 45.2% higher than in Fargo.
• The unemployment rate in Chapel Hill is 11.11% lower than in Fargo.
• Sales taxes are the same in Chapel Hill and Fargo.
• State income taxes in Chapel Hill are 55.17% higher than in Fargo.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,306.51 in Chapel Hill to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Fargo.

How life is different in Fargo vs. Chapel Hill

• Chapel Hill's population is about 49% less than Fargo.
• Chapel Hill's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Fargo's lower score of 4.
• Chapel Hill is less walkable than Fargo with a score of 34 out of 100 vs Fargo's 45 out of 100.
• Both Chapel Hill and Fargo have the same bike-friendliness score of 49 out of 100, meaning Chapel Hill is about as safe for cyclists as Fargo. Typically, cities that have scores of 20 or higher are seen as reasonably safe, though the higher the score, the more safely accessible a city is for bicycling.
• Chapel Hill's crime rate is higher than Fargo with a score of 26.42 compared to Fargo's 8.0. This means that Chapel Hill neighborhoods are safer than 26.42% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Fargo neighborhoods are safer than 8.0%.
• Chapel Hill is considered to be safer than Fargo with a safety index of 73.58 vs Fargo's 56.17.
• Air quality in Chapel Hill is moderate, and in Fargo it's good.

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

• Weather: May, September and October are the most pleasant months for moving as these are the driest month in Chapel Hill in a yearl, while January and July are the months you need to watch out as there might be some weather-related delays.
• 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: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in North Carolina, 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 toChapel Hill 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 no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company 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 Chapel Hill

Now that you’ve chosen "Southern Part of Heaven" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in Chapel Hill to check out.

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