($1,252) Movers From Myrtle Beach, SC to Tallahassee, FL

What to know before moving from Myrtle Beach to Tallahassee

Moving from Myrtle Beach to Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices in Tallahassee are 24% 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 Tallahassee.
  Home prices in Tallahassee are 5.4% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• Income in Tallahassee is 9.1% lower than in Myrtle Beach, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tallahassee include Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, and Florida A&M University.
• The cost of living for a single person in Tallahassee is 15.5% lower than in Myrtle Beach. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Tallahassee is 3.3% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• The unemployment rate in Tallahassee is 32.89% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Tallahassee, since the city’s sales taxes in Tallahassee are 16.67% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• One perk of moving to Tallahassee is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Myrtle Beach.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,536.43 in Tallahassee 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. Tallahassee

• The population of Tallahassee is about 465% greater than Myrtle Beach, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Tallahassee offers better access to buses and trains than Myrtle Beach, based on public transportation ratings. Tallahassee has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 2 in Myrtle Beach. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Tallahassee neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Myrtle Beach. Based on its score of 30 out of 100, Tallahassee isn’t as walkable as Myrtle Beach, which has a score of 43 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 Tallahassee, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Myrtle Beach. While Myrtle Beach has a bike-friendliness score of 54 out of 100, Tallahassee earned a 45. 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.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Tallahassee as Myrtle Beach. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Tallahassee is generally as safe as Myrtle Beach, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Tallahassee and Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach vs. Tallahassee move

• Weather: Tallahassee has long summers and short, mild winters, as well as drier springs and autumns.
• 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: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Florida, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Florida 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 Tallahassee 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 stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Tallahassee

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

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