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What to know before moving from Philadelphia to Tulsa

Moving from Philadelphia to Tulsa comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Tulsa 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 in Tulsa are 29% lower than in Philadelphia, 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 Tulsa.
  Home prices in Tulsa are 7.9% lower than in Philadelphia.
• Income in Tulsa is 25.9% lower than in Philadelphia, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tulsa include Imperial, Hilti, and QuikTrip.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Tulsa, since the cost of living for a single person in Tulsa is 6.3% higher than in Philadelphia. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Tulsa is 54.0% lower than in Philadelphia.
• The unemployment rate in Tulsa is 55.66% lower than in Philadelphia.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Tulsa, since the city’s sales taxes in Tulsa are 6.50% higher than in Philadelphia.
• State income taxes in Tulsa are 54.72% higher than in Philadelphia.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,187.72 in Tulsa to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Philadelphia.

How life is different in Philadelphia vs. Tulsa

• Tulsa might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 74% less than Philadelphia.
• Getting around Tulsa without a car might be more difficult than in Philadelphia. Tulsa has a public transportation score of 4 out of 10, whereas Philadelphia is ranked 9. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Tulsa neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Philadelphia. Based on its score of 39 out of 100, Tulsa isn’t as walkable as Philadelphia, which has a score of 75 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 Tulsa, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Philadelphia. While Philadelphia has a bike-friendliness score of 67 out of 100, Tulsa earned a 47. 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.
• Tulsa has a lower crime rate than Philadelphia based on scores of 51.94 and Philadelphia's 66.09, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Tulsa than in Philadelphia, based on Tulsa’s safety index of 48.06 versus 33.91 for Philadelphia. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Tulsa and Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia vs. Tulsa move

• Weather: Primarily in the spring and early summer months, the city is subjected to severe thunderstorms containing large hail, damaging winds, and, occasionally, tornadoes. Be sure to check your weather app to avoid inclement weather during your move.
• 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: In Oklahoma, in-state household goods movers are certified and licensed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC). Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Oklahoma moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Oklahoma, 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 toTulsa Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.Opting for Released Value Protection is the most cost-effective choice since it comes at no extra expense. Movers provide this option without additional charges, but the coverage it offers is minimal. With Released Value Protection, the mover's liability is limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For example, if your mover were to lose or damage a set of fine china weighing 15 pounds, you would only be compensated $9 (60 cents x 15 pounds). If you require coverage for the full value of your items, it is advisable to discuss alternative options with the moving company 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 Tulsa

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

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