($1,550) Movers From Pittsburgh , PA to Tempe, AZ

What to know before moving from Pittsburgh to Tempe

Moving from Pittsburgh to Tempe comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Tempe is generally more expensive than Pittsburgh , 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 Tempe are 22% higher than in Pittsburgh , 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 Pittsburgh .
  Home prices in Tempe are 112.0% higher than in Pittsburgh .
• Income in Tempe is 18.0% higher than in Pittsburgh , so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Tempe include Amkor Technology, Inc., Benchmark Electronics, and America West Holdings.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Tempe, since the cost of living for a single person in Tempe is 155.2% higher than in Pittsburgh . This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Tempe, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Tempe is 35.9% higher than in Pittsburgh .
• The unemployment rate in Tempe is 23.94% lower than in Pittsburgh .
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Tempe, since the city’s sales taxes in Tempe are 15.71% higher than in Pittsburgh .
• One perk of moving to Tempe is paying less in state income taxes, which are 18.57% lower than in Pittsburgh .

To put this in perspective, you would need around $7,655.71 in Tempe to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Pittsburgh .

How life is different in Pittsburgh vs. Tempe

• Tempe might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 40% less than Pittsburgh .
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Tempe will be about the same as it currently is in Pittsburgh . 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.
• Tempe neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Pittsburgh . Based on its score of 54 out of 100, Tempe isn’t as walkable as Pittsburgh , which has a score of 62 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, Tempe is considered more bike-friendly than Pittsburgh in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Tempe has a bike-friendliness score of 75 out of 100, while Pittsburgh is rated as 55 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Tempe is higher than in Pittsburgh , so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 42.36 in Tempe, it is 37.74 in Pittsburgh . 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 Tempe. With a crime index of 57.64, Tempe ranks lower in overall safety than Pittsburgh , whose index is Pittsburgh 's 62.26. 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 Tempe and Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh vs. Tempe move

• Weather: Tempe has very hot summers and little 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: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Arizona, 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 toTempe 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-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options or consider 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 Tempe

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

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