($1,145) Movers From Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC

What to know before moving from Philadelphia to Durham

Moving from Philadelphia to Durham comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Durham is generally more expensive than Philadelphia, 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 are the same in Durham and Philadelphia.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Philadelphia.
  Home prices in Durham are 80.6% higher than in Philadelphia.
• Income in Durham is 460.2% higher than in Philadelphia, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Durham include Duke University & Duke Univ. Health System, IBM, and Durham Public Schools.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Durham, since the cost of living for a single person in Durham is 10.3% higher than in Philadelphia. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Durham is 4.0% lower than in Philadelphia.
• The unemployment rate in Durham is 61.32% lower than in Philadelphia.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Durham, since the city’s sales taxes in Durham are 6.25% lower than in Philadelphia.
• State income taxes in Durham are 46.58% higher than in Philadelphia.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,309.33 in Durham to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Philadelphia.

How life is different in Philadelphia vs. Durham

• Durham's population is about 82% less than Philadelphia.
• Durham's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Philadelphia's higher score of 9.
• Durham is less walkable than Philadelphia with a score of 30 out of 100 vs Philadelphia's 75 out of 100.
• Durham has a bike-friendliness score 38 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Philadelphia, which has a score of 67 out of 100.
• Durham's crime rate is lower than Philadelphia with a score of 54.72 compared to Philadelphia's 66.09. This means that Durham neighborhoods are safer than 54.72% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Philadelphia neighborhoods are safer than 66.09%.
• Durham is considered to be safer than Philadelphia with a safety index of 45.28 vs Philadelphia's 33.91.
• Air quality in Durham is good, and in Philadelphia it's good.

Other things to consider for your Philadelphia vs. Durham move

• Weather: The climate in Durham is unlikely to affect your move. However, some days in the winter, the roads may become icy which causes traffic issues.
• 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: 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). Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in North Carolina, 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 toDurham 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 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Durham

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

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