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What to know before moving from Myrtle Beach to Fort Collins

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

Check out how Myrtle Beach compares to Fort Collins so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Fort Collins are 5% lower than in Myrtle Beach, 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 Myrtle Beach.
  Home prices in Fort Collins are 81.3% higher than in Myrtle Beach.
• Income in Fort Collins is 19.9% higher than in Myrtle Beach, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Collins include Advanced Energy Industries, RIMROCK, and Woodward.
• The cost of living for a single person in Fort Collins is 10.4% lower than in Myrtle Beach. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family is the same in Fort Collins and Myrtle Beach.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 26.32% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city’s sales taxes in Fort Collins are 16.11% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• One perk of moving to Fort Collins is paying less in state income taxes, which are 21.57% lower than in Myrtle Beach.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,688.44 in Fort Collins to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Myrtle Beach.

How life is different in Myrtle Beach vs. Fort Collins

• Fort Collins's population is about 376% greater than Myrtle Beach.
• Fort Collins's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Myrtle Beach's lower score of 2.
• Fort Collins is less walkable than Myrtle Beach with a score of 37 out of 100 vs Myrtle Beach's 43 out of 100.
• With a score of 78 out of 100, Fort Collins is more bike-friendly than Myrtle Beach, which has a score of 54 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Fort Collins's crime rate is lower than Myrtle Beach with a score of 17.0 compared to Myrtle Beach's 58.06. This means that Fort Collins neighborhoods are safer than 17.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Myrtle Beach neighborhoods are safer than 58.06%.
• Fort Collins is considered to be safer than Myrtle Beach with a safety index of 72.86 vs Myrtle Beach's 41.94.
• Air quality in Fort Collins is good, and in Myrtle Beach it's good.

Other things to consider for your Myrtle Beach vs. Fort Collins move

• Weather: August, June and September are the best months to move in Fort Collins, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Summers in Fort Collins can be mild to hot. Winters can be relatively tolerable as well.
• 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: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Colorado, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Colorado 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 Fort Collins 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. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-free advantage, provided by movers with minimal coverage. Under this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover lost or damaged a valuable item, you would only receive compensation based on this limited valuation. If you seek comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with the moving company you're hiring or explore 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 Fort Collins

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

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