($1,501) Movers From Reno, NV to Chapel Hill, NC

What to know before moving from Reno to Chapel Hill

Moving from Reno to Chapel Hill comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Chapel Hill is generally more expensive than Reno, 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 15% higher than in Reno, 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 Reno.
  Home prices in Chapel Hill are 13.1% higher than in Reno.
• Income in Chapel Hill is 1.3% lower than in Reno, so you could earn less 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 5.9% higher than in Reno. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Chapel Hill is 2.0% lower than in Reno.
• The unemployment rate in Chapel Hill is 30.43% lower than in Reno.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Chapel Hill, since the city’s sales taxes in Chapel Hill are 9.31% lower than in Reno.
• State income taxes in Chapel Hill are 4.50% higher than in Reno.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,178.13 in Chapel Hill to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Reno.

How life is different in Reno vs. Chapel Hill

• Chapel Hill's population is about 76% less than Reno.
• Chapel Hill's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Reno's lower score of 4.
• Chapel Hill is less walkable than Reno with a score of 34 out of 100 vs Reno's 40 out of 100.
• Both Chapel Hill and Reno have the same bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, meaning Chapel Hill is about as safe for cyclists as Reno. 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 lower than Reno with a score of 26.42 compared to Reno's 46.26. This means that Chapel Hill neighborhoods are safer than 26.42% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Reno neighborhoods are safer than 46.26%.
• Chapel Hill is considered to be safer than Reno with a safety index of 73.58 vs Reno's 53.74.
• Air quality in Chapel Hill is moderate, and in Reno it's good.

Other things to consider for your Reno 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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