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What to know before moving from Sioux Falls to Ontario

Moving from Sioux Falls to Ontario comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Ontario is generally more expensive than Sioux Falls, 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 Ontario are 138% higher than in Sioux Falls, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Sioux Falls.
  Home prices in Ontario are 109.4% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• Income in Ontario is 22.8% higher than in Sioux Falls, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Ontario include Prime Healthcare, Niagara Bottling, and Gold Star Foods.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Ontario, since the cost of living for a single person in Ontario is 39.7% higher than in Sioux Falls. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Ontario, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Ontario is 27.5% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• The unemployment rate in Ontario is 115.63% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Ontario, since the city’s sales taxes in Ontario are 34.62% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• State income taxes in Ontario are 13.30% higher than in Sioux Falls.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,191.53 in Ontario to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Sioux Falls.

How life is different in Sioux Falls vs. Ontario

• Ontario might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 13% less than Sioux Falls.
• Ontario offers better access to buses and trains than Sioux Falls, based on public transportation ratings. Ontario has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 2 in Sioux Falls. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Ontario means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Sioux Falls. Ontario is considered more walkable than Sioux Falls, with a score of 48 out of 100 versus 38 out of 100 in Sioux Falls. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• Ontario and Sioux Falls are similarly bike-friendly based on their rating of 46. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• The crime rate in Ontario is higher than in Sioux Falls, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 50.25 in Ontario, it is 42.83 in Sioux Falls. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Ontario. With a crime index of 49.75, Ontario ranks lower in overall safety than Sioux Falls, whose index is Sioux Falls's 57.17. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Ontario and Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls vs. Ontario move

• Weather: Ontario with hot summers and mild winters.
• 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: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in California, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While California 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 Ontario 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. Opt for Released Value Protection – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Ontario

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