($1,348) Movers From Albany, NY to Fort Collins, CO

What to know before moving from Albany to Fort Collins

Moving from Albany to Fort Collins comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Fort Collins is generally more expensive than Albany, 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 Fort Collins are 21% higher than in Albany, 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 Albany.
  Home prices in Fort Collins are 92.9% higher than in Albany.
• Income in Fort Collins is 2.7% lower than in Albany, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Collins include Advanced Energy Industries, RIMROCK, and Woodward.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Fort Collins, since the cost of living for a single person in Fort Collins is 18.8% higher than in Albany. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Fort Collins, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Fort Collins is 14.0% higher than in Albany.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 21.13% lower than in Albany.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city’s sales taxes in Fort Collins are 5.63% lower than in Albany.
• One perk of moving to Fort Collins is paying less in state income taxes, which are 49.63% lower than in Albany.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,564.69 in Fort Collins to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Albany.

How life is different in Albany vs. Fort Collins

• Fort Collins's population is about 71% greater than Albany.
• Fort Collins's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Albany's higher score of 8.
• Fort Collins is less walkable than Albany with a score of 37 out of 100 vs Albany's 65 out of 100.
• With a score of 78 out of 100, Fort Collins is more bike-friendly than Albany, which has a score of 55 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Fort Collins's crime rate is higher than Albany with a score of 17.0 compared to Albany's 10.0. This means that Fort Collins neighborhoods are safer than 17.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Albany neighborhoods are safer than 10.0%.
• Fort Collins is considered to be safer than Albany with a safety index of 72.86 vs Albany's 49.65.
• Air quality in Fort Collins is good, and in Albany it's good.

Other things to consider for your Albany vs. Fort Collins move

• Weather: August, June and September are the best months to move in Fort Collins, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Summers in Fort Collins can be mild to hot. Winters can be relatively tolerable as well.
• 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: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Colorado moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Colorado, 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 toFort Collins 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 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Fort Collins

Now that you’ve chosen "Fort Collins" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in Fort Collins to check out.

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