($1,343) Movers From Memphis, TN to Columbus, GA

What to know before moving from Memphis to Columbus

• Rent prices in Columbus are 15% lower than in Memphis.
• Home prices in Columbus are 9.8% higher than in Memphis.
• Income in Columbus is 5.1% higher than in Memphis.
• The cost of living for a single person in Columbus is 10.8% higher than in Memphis.
• The cost of living for a family in Columbus is 12.9% lower than in Memphis.
• The unemployment rate in Columbus is 33.75% lower than in Memphis.
• Sales taxes in Columbus are 7.69% lower than in Memphis.
• State income taxes in Columbus are 5.49% higher than in Memphis.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,324.10 in Columbus to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Memphis.

How life is different in Memphis vs. Columbus

• Columbus's population is about 67% less than Memphis.
• Columbus's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Memphis's lower score of 4.
• Columbus is less walkable than Memphis with a score of 25 out of 100 vs Memphis's 35 out of 100.
• Columbus has a bike-friendliness score 31 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Memphis, which has a score of 41 out of 100.
• Columbus's crime rate is lower than Memphis with a score of 72.18 compared to Memphis's 77.49. This means that Columbus neighborhoods are safer than 72.18% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Memphis neighborhoods are safer than 77.49%.
• Columbus is considered to be safer than Memphis with a safety index of 27.82 vs Memphis's 22.51.
• Air quality in Columbus is good, and in Memphis it's good.

Other things to consider for your Memphis vs. Columbus move

• Weather: Columbus has hot and humid summers and cool to mild winters.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: Moving companies in Georgia are regulated by the the Georgia Department of Public Safety (GDPS). Regulations include insurance requirements and the handling of consumer complaints. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Georgia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Georgia does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Columbus. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness, offered by movers at no extra charge. However, it provides minimal coverage, with the mover's responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, explore other options with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Columbus

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Lowell of the South[", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Columbus.

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