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What to know before moving from Albuquerque to Ontario

Moving from Albuquerque to Ontario comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Ontario is generally more expensive than Albuquerque, 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 Ontario are 110% higher than in Albuquerque, 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 Albuquerque.
  Home prices in Ontario are 102.7% higher than in Albuquerque.
• Income in Ontario is 16.9% higher than in Albuquerque, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Ontario include Prime Healthcare, Niagara Bottling, and Gold Star Foods.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Ontario, since the cost of living for a single person in Ontario is 17.1% higher than in Albuquerque. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Ontario, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Ontario is 8.2% higher than in Albuquerque.
• The unemployment rate in Ontario is 6.76% lower than in Albuquerque.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Ontario, since the city’s sales taxes in Ontario are 14.68% higher than in Albuquerque.
• State income taxes in Ontario are 125.42% higher than in Albuquerque.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,514.45 in Ontario to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Albuquerque.

How life is different in Albuquerque vs. Ontario

• Ontario might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 69% less than Albuquerque.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Ontario will be about the same as it currently is in Albuquerque. 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 Ontario means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Albuquerque. Ontario is considered more walkable than Albuquerque, with a score of 48 out of 100 versus 43 out of 100 in Albuquerque. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Ontario, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Albuquerque. While Albuquerque has a bike-friendliness score of 61 out of 100, Ontario earned a 46. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• Ontario has a lower crime rate than Albuquerque based on scores of 50.25 and Albuquerque's 71.72, 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 Ontario than in Albuquerque, based on Ontario’s safety index of 49.75 versus 28.28 for Albuquerque. 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 Ontario and Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque vs. Ontario move

• Weather: Ontario with hot summers and mild winters.
• 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: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a California moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in California, 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 toOntario 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 – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Ontario

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