($1,541) Movers From Cincinnati, OH to Ogden, UT

What to know before moving from Cincinnati to Ogden

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

Check out how Cincinnati compares to Ogden so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Ogden are 12% lower than in Cincinnati, 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 Cincinnati.
  Home prices in Ogden are 65.0% higher than in Cincinnati.
• Income in Ogden is 4.1% lower than in Cincinnati, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Ogden include CFJ Properties, Inc., Weber State University, and Staker Parson Companies.
• The cost of living for a single person in Ogden is 17.3% lower than in Cincinnati. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Ogden is 28.4% lower than in Cincinnati.
• The unemployment rate in Ogden is 22.45% lower than in Cincinnati.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Ogden, since the city’s sales taxes in Ogden are 11.54% higher than in Cincinnati.
• State income taxes in Ogden are 41.43% higher than in Cincinnati.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,479.53 in Ogden to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Cincinnati.

How life is different in Cincinnati vs. Ogden

• Ogden might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 72% less than Cincinnati.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Ogden will be about the same as it currently is in Cincinnati. 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.
• Ogden neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Cincinnati. Based on its score of 44 out of 100, Ogden isn’t as walkable as Cincinnati, which has a score of 49 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• If cycling is your thing, Ogden is considered more bike-friendly than Cincinnati in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Ogden has a bike-friendliness score of 44 out of 100, while Cincinnati is rated as 36 out of 100.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Ogden as Cincinnati. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Ogden is generally as safe as Cincinnati, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Ogden and Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati vs. Ogden move

• Weather: If you're planning to move to Ogden, it's advisable to June, September and May as these are the most pleasant months in Ogden, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Ogden experiences both hot summer and very cold weather. Best and worst of both worlds.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Utah, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Utah moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Utah, 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 toOgden Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.In Utah, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. To increase protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Ogden

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

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