($1,560) Movers From Sioux Falls, SD to Fort Collins, CO

What to know before moving from Sioux Falls to Fort Collins

Moving from Sioux Falls to Fort Collins comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Fort Collins 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 Fort Collins are 59% 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 Fort Collins are 70.3% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• Income in Fort Collins is 10.6% higher than in Sioux Falls, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Collins include Advanced Energy Industries, RIMROCK, and Woodward.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Fort Collins, since the cost of living for a single person in Fort Collins is 20.9% higher than in Sioux Falls. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Fort Collins, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Fort Collins is 5.6% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 75.00% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city’s sales taxes in Fort Collins are 16.15% higher than in Sioux Falls.
• State income taxes in Fort Collins are 5.49% higher than in Sioux Falls.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,627.12 in Fort Collins 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. Fort Collins

• Fort Collins's population is about 16% less than Sioux Falls.
• Fort Collins's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Sioux Falls's lower score of 2.
• Fort Collins and Sioux Falls are similarily walkable.
• With a score of 78 out of 100, Fort Collins is more bike-friendly than Sioux Falls, which has a score of 46 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 Sioux Falls with a score of 17.0 compared to Sioux Falls's 42.83. This means that Fort Collins neighborhoods are safer than 17.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Sioux Falls neighborhoods are safer than 42.83%.
• Fort Collins is considered to be safer than Sioux Falls with a safety index of 72.86 vs Sioux Falls's 57.17.
• Air quality in Fort Collins is good, and in Sioux Falls it's good.

Other things to consider for your Sioux Falls 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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