($1,473) Movers From Spring Valley, NV to Tacoma, WA

What to know before moving from Spring Valley to Tacoma

Moving from Spring Valley to Tacoma means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Spring Valley than in Tacoma, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Spring Valley compares to Tacoma so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Tacoma are 13% lower than in Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley.
  Home prices in Tacoma are 19.3% higher than in Spring Valley.
• Income in Tacoma is 46.8% higher than in Spring Valley, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Tacoma include Joint Base Lewis-McChord, MultiCare Health System, and State of Washington.
• The cost of living for a single person in Tacoma is 10.2% lower than in Spring Valley. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Tacoma, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Tacoma is 24.1% higher than in Spring Valley.
• The unemployment rate in Tacoma is 17.05% lower than in Spring Valley.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Tacoma, since the city’s sales taxes in Tacoma are 22.91% higher than in Spring Valley.
• State income taxes are the same in Tacoma and Spring Valley.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,695.43 in Tacoma to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Spring Valley.

How life is different in Spring Valley vs. Tacoma

• Tacoma and Spring Valley have roughly the same population, which could make adjusting to your new life in Washington easier.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Tacoma will be about the same as it currently is in Spring Valley. 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 Tacoma means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Spring Valley. Tacoma is considered more walkable than Spring Valley, with a score of 54 out of 100 versus 44 out of 100 in Spring Valley. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Tacoma is considered more bike-friendly than Spring Valley in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Tacoma has a bike-friendliness score of 48 out of 100, while Spring Valley is rated as 43 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Tacoma is higher than in Spring Valley, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 55.55 in Tacoma, it is 40.8 in Spring Valley. 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 Tacoma. With a crime index of 44.45, Tacoma ranks lower in overall safety than Spring Valley, whose index is Spring Valley's 59.2. 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.
• The air quality in Tacoma and Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley vs. Tacoma move

• Weather: Tacoma has one of the best weather in the state of Washington which is a desirable feature for residence. Humidity in Tacoma is generally tolerable. The most humid months are August, July and September which are the best months to schedule a move to avoid rainfall and snow.
• 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: Movers operating within Washington DC city limits are subject to regulation by the Utilities and Transportation Commission, which issues operating permits to household goods moving companies. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Washington moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Washington, 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 toTacoma Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.When planning a move in Washington state, explore movers' insurance options for added peace of mind. Many moving companies offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. Enhance your protection by discussing Full Value Protection with the moving company or exploring personalized plans with third-party insurance providers. Understand coverage limits, potential extra costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision on your Washington state moving insurance.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Tacoma

Now that you’ve chosen "America’s #1 Wired City" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in Tacoma to check out.

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