($1,380) Movers From Las Vegas, NV to Aurora, CO

What to know before moving from Las Vegas to Aurora

• Rent prices are the same in Aurora and Las Vegas.
• Home prices in Aurora are 12.1% higher than in Las Vegas.
• Income in Aurora is 8.6% higher than in Las Vegas.
• The cost of living for a single person in Aurora is 336.9% higher than in Las Vegas.
• The cost of living for a family in Aurora is 81.4% higher than in Las Vegas.
• The unemployment rate in Aurora is 14.61% lower than in Las Vegas.
• Sales taxes in Aurora are 4.53% lower than in Las Vegas.
• State income taxes in Aurora are 5.49% higher than in Las Vegas.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $13,106.77 in Aurora to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Las Vegas.

How life is different in Las Vegas vs. Aurora

• Aurora's population is about 40% less than Las Vegas.
• Aurora's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Las Vegas's higher score of 5.
• Aurora is less walkable than Las Vegas with a score of 43 out of 100 vs Las Vegas's 93 out of 100.
• Aurora has a bike-friendliness score 53 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Las Vegas, which has a score of 64 out of 100.
• Aurora's crime rate is higher than Las Vegas with a score of 59.05 compared to Las Vegas's 55.8. This means that Aurora neighborhoods are safer than 59.05% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Las Vegas neighborhoods are safer than 55.8%.
• Aurora is considered to be less safe than Las Vegas with a score of 40.95 vs Las Vegas's 44.2.
• Air quality in Aurora is moderate, and in Las Vegas it's good.

Other things to consider for your Las Vegas vs. Aurora move

• Weather: Summers range from mild to hot, with generally low humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms, and Aurora also averages about one dozen tornado warnings throughout tornado season, running from April–July. Although a touchdown does occur every couple of years, tornadoes are typically weak and short-lived,
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Colorado moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Colorado does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Aurora. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-free advantage, provided by movers with minimal coverage. Under this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover lost or damaged a valuable item, you would only receive compensation based on this limited valuation. If you seek comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with the moving company you're hiring or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Aurora

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Gateway to the Rockies", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Aurora.

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