($1,633) Movers From Portland, OR to Colorado Springs, CO

What to know before moving from Portland to Colorado Springs

Moving from Portland to Colorado Springs comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Colorado Springs is generally more expensive than Portland, 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 Colorado Springs are 18% higher than in Portland, 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 Colorado Springs.
  Home prices in Colorado Springs are 13.9% lower than in Portland.
• Income in Colorado Springs is 8.0% lower than in Portland, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Colorado Springs include XAware, Vectrus, and Young Life.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Colorado Springs, since the cost of living for a single person in Colorado Springs is 19.7% higher than in Portland. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Colorado Springs, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Colorado Springs is 16.4% higher than in Portland.
• The unemployment rate in Colorado Springs is 1.45% lower than in Portland.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Colorado Springs, since the city’s sales taxes in Colorado Springs are 8.20% higher than in Portland.
• One perk of moving to Colorado Springs is paying less in state income taxes, which are 44.55% lower than in Portland.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,590.20 in Colorado Springs to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Portland.

How life is different in Portland vs. Colorado Springs

• Colorado Springs's population is about 27% less than Portland.
• Colorado Springs's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Portland's higher score of 8.
• Colorado Springs is less walkable than Portland with a score of 36 out of 100 vs Portland's 81 out of 100.
• Colorado Springs has a bike-friendliness score 45 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Portland, which has a score of 92 out of 100.
• Colorado Springs's crime rate is lower than Portland with a score of 41.94 compared to Portland's 57.37. This means that Colorado Springs neighborhoods are safer than 41.94% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Portland neighborhoods are safer than 57.37%.
• Colorado Springs is considered to be safer than Portland with a safety index of 58.06 vs Portland's 42.63.
• Air quality in Colorado Springs is moderate, and in Portland it's good.

Other things to consider for your Portland vs. Colorado Springs move

• Weather: Colorado Springs has a cooler, dry-winter and its location just east of the Rocky Mountains affords it the rapid warming influence from chinook winds during winter but also subjects it to drastic day-to-day variability in weather conditions. Winters range from mild to moderately cold. Dry weather generally prevails, but brief afternoon thunderstorms are common, especially in July and August when the city receives the majority of its annual rainfall.
• 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 toColorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs

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

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