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What to know before moving from Eugene to Tallahassee

Moving from Eugene to Tallahassee comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Tallahassee is generally more expensive than Eugene, 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 Tallahassee are 12% lower than in Eugene, 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 Tallahassee.
  Home prices in Tallahassee are 38.3% lower than in Eugene.
• Income in Tallahassee is 21.4% lower than in Eugene, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tallahassee include Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and Florida A&M University.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Tallahassee, since the cost of living for a single person in Tallahassee is 11.3% higher than in Eugene. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Tallahassee, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Tallahassee is 5.8% higher than in Eugene.
• The unemployment rate in Tallahassee is 19.05% lower than in Eugene.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Tallahassee, since the city’s sales taxes in Tallahassee are 7.50% higher than in Eugene.
• One perk of moving to Tallahassee is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Eugene.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,339.03 in Tallahassee to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Eugene.

How life is different in Eugene vs. Tallahassee

• The population of Tallahassee is about 14% greater than Eugene, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Tallahassee will be about the same as it currently is in Eugene. 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.
• Tallahassee neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Eugene. Based on its score of 30 out of 100, Tallahassee isn’t as walkable as Eugene, which has a score of 46 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.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Tallahassee, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Eugene. While Eugene has a bike-friendliness score of 72 out of 100, Tallahassee earned a 45. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Tallahassee is higher than in Eugene, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 58.35 in Tallahassee, it is 6.0 in Eugene. 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 Tallahassee. With a crime index of 41.65, Tallahassee ranks lower in overall safety than Eugene, whose index is Eugene's 54.24. 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 Tallahassee and Eugene 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 Eugene vs. Tallahassee move

• Weather: Tallahassee has long summers and short, mild winters, as well as drier springs and autumns.
• 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: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Florida, 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 toTallahassee Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Tallahassee

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

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