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What to know before moving from Myrtle Beach to Portland

Moving from Myrtle Beach to Portland comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Portland is generally more expensive than Myrtle Beach, 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 Portland are 17% 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 Portland are 74.5% higher than in Myrtle Beach.
• Income in Portland is 59.1% higher than in Myrtle Beach, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Portland include KinderCare Learning Centers, Daimler Trucks North America, and Precision Castparts.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Portland, since the cost of living for a single person in Portland is 7.7% higher than in Myrtle Beach. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Portland, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Portland is 26.8% higher than in Myrtle Beach.
• The unemployment rate in Portland is 9.21% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Portland, since the city’s sales taxes in Portland are 100.00% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• State income taxes in Portland are 41.43% higher than in Myrtle Beach.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,231.16 in Portland 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. Portland

• The population of Portland is about 1,729% 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.
• Portland offers better access to buses and trains than Myrtle Beach, based on public transportation ratings. Portland has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 2 in Myrtle Beach. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Portland means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Myrtle Beach. Portland is considered more walkable than Myrtle Beach, with a score of 81 out of 100 versus 43 out of 100 in Myrtle Beach. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Portland is considered more bike-friendly than Myrtle Beach in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Portland has a bike-friendliness score of 92 out of 100, while Myrtle Beach is rated as 54 out of 100.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Portland 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.
• Portland 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 Portland 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. Portland move

• Weather: Portland has cool and rainy winters and warm and dry summers. Portland also has overcast, wet, and changing weather conditions in fall, winter, and spring, Be sure to check your weather app to avoid rainy days,
• 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: Moving companies headquartered in Oregon must possess an up-to-date USDOT Number as well as a license issued by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Oregon, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Oregon 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 Portland 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 is a cost-effective choice as it comes at no extra cost. 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.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Portland

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

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