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What to know before moving from Toledo to Rochester

Moving from Toledo to Rochester comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Rochester is generally more expensive than Toledo, 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 Rochester are 39% higher than in Toledo, 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 Toledo.
  Home prices in Rochester are 68.6% higher than in Toledo.
• Income in Rochester is 1.7% higher than in Toledo, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Rochester include Wegmans Food Markets, Paychex, and Bausch + Lomb.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Rochester, since the cost of living for a single person in Rochester is 24.3% higher than in Toledo. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family is the same in Rochester and Toledo.
• The unemployment rate in Rochester is 46.27% higher than in Toledo.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Rochester, since the city’s sales taxes in Rochester are 9.59% higher than in Toledo.
• State income taxes in Rochester are 211.43% higher than in Toledo.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,727.87 in Rochester to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Toledo.

How life is different in Toledo vs. Rochester

• Rochester might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 22% less than Toledo.
• Rochester offers better access to buses and trains than Toledo, based on public transportation ratings. Rochester has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 3 in Toledo. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Rochester means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Toledo. Rochester is considered more walkable than Toledo, with a score of 61 out of 100 versus 46 out of 100 in Toledo. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Rochester is considered more bike-friendly than Toledo in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Rochester has a bike-friendliness score of 60 out of 100, while Toledo is rated as 46 out of 100.
• Rochester has a lower crime rate than Toledo based on scores of 37.54 and Toledo's 67.44, 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 Rochester than in Toledo, based on Rochester’s safety index of 36.66 versus 32.56 for Toledo. 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 Rochester and Toledo 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 Toledo vs. Rochester move

• Weather: The cold weather and snow might be a challenge if you're planning to relocate to Rochester, NY during January and February. August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Rochester.
• 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: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a New York moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in New York, 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 toRochester 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. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your 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 Rochester

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

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