($1,397) Movers From Charleston, SC to Little Rock, AR

What to know before moving from Charleston to Little Rock

Moving from Charleston to Little Rock means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Charleston than in Little Rock, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Charleston compares to Little Rock so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Little Rock are 56% lower than in Charleston, 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 Little Rock.
  Home prices in Little Rock are 62.6% lower than in Charleston.
• Income in Little Rock is 8.6% lower than in Charleston, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Little Rock include Dillard's, Welspun Group, and Windstream.
• The cost of living for a single person in Little Rock is 66.9% lower than in Charleston. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Little Rock is 47.4% lower than in Charleston.
• The unemployment rate in Little Rock is 47.50% higher than in Charleston.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Little Rock, since the city’s sales taxes in Little Rock are 4.11% lower than in Charleston.
• One perk of moving to Little Rock is paying less in state income taxes, which are 71.43% lower than in Charleston.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $993.96 in Little Rock to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Charleston.

How life is different in Charleston vs. Little Rock

• Little Rock's population is about 35% greater than Charleston.
• Little Rock's public transportation has a similar score to Charleston.
• Little Rock is less walkable than Charleston with a score of 33 out of 100 vs Charleston's 40 out of 100.
• Little Rock has a bike-friendliness score 32 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Charleston, which has a score of 50 out of 100.
• Little Rock's crime rate is higher than Charleston with a score of 60.06 compared to Charleston's 44.97. This means that Little Rock neighborhoods are safer than 60.06% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Charleston neighborhoods are safer than 44.97%.
• Little Rock is considered to be less safe than Charleston with a score of 39.94 vs Charleston's 55.03.
• Air quality in Little Rock is moderate, and in Charleston it's good.

Other things to consider for your Charleston vs. Little Rock move

• Weather: Little Rock has hot, humid summers and cool winters with usually little snow.
• HOA rules: It’s a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it’s a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: Before providing in-state household goods relocation services, Arkansas moving companies must be issued an Intrastate Authority Permit from the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Arkansas, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Arkansas doesn’t mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Little Rock without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. Released Value Protection, offered by movers at no extra cost, is the most economical option, albeit with minimal coverage. The mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, the reimbursement would be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure full coverage of your items' value, explore alternative options with your moving company or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Little Rock

With your sights set on "Rock", these are some of the most popular neighborhoods to consider in Little Rock.

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