($1,753) Movers From Eugene, OR to Chapel Hill, NC

What to know before moving from Eugene to Chapel Hill

• Rent prices in Chapel Hill are 22% higher than in Eugene.
• Home prices in Chapel Hill are 28.9% higher than in Eugene.
• Income in Chapel Hill is 5.1% higher than in Eugene.
• The cost of living for a single person in Chapel Hill is 23.9% higher than in Eugene.
• The cost of living for a family in Chapel Hill is 9.4% higher than in Eugene.
• The unemployment rate in Chapel Hill is 49.21% lower than in Eugene.
• Sales taxes in Chapel Hill are 7.50% higher than in Eugene.
• State income taxes in Chapel Hill are 54.55% lower than in Eugene.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,717.75 in Chapel Hill to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Eugene.

How life is different in Eugene vs. Chapel Hill

• Chapel Hill's population is about 64% less than Eugene.
• Chapel Hill's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Eugene's higher score of 5.
• Chapel Hill is less walkable than Eugene with a score of 34 out of 100 vs Eugene's 46 out of 100.
• Chapel Hill has a bike-friendliness score 50 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Eugene, which has a score of 72 out of 100.
• Chapel Hill's crime rate is higher than Eugene with a score of 26.42 compared to Eugene's 6.0. This means that Chapel Hill neighborhoods are safer than 26.42% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Eugene neighborhoods are safer than 6.0%.
• Chapel Hill is considered to be safer than Eugene with a safety index of 73.58 vs Eugene's 54.24.
• Air quality in Chapel Hill is moderate, and in Eugene it's good.

Other things to consider for your Eugene vs. Chapel Hill move

• Weather: May, September and October are the most pleasant months for moving as these are the driest month in Chapel Hill in a yearl, while January and July are the months you need to watch out as there might be some weather-related delays.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Carolina does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Chapel Hill. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Chapel Hill

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Southern Part of Heaven", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Chapel Hill.

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