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What to know before moving from St. George to Roseville

Moving from St. George to Roseville comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Roseville is generally more expensive than St. George, 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 Roseville are 41% higher than in St. George, 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 St. George.
  Home prices in Roseville are 23.6% higher than in St. George.
• Income in Roseville is 22.1% higher than in St. George, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Roseville include New Vision Display, International Display Works, and Trc Group.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Roseville, since the cost of living for a single person in Roseville is 34.9% higher than in St. George. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Roseville, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Roseville is 28.7% higher than in St. George.
• The unemployment rate in Roseville is 79.31% higher than in St. George.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Roseville, since the city’s sales taxes in Roseville are 14.81% higher than in St. George.
• State income taxes in Roseville are 168.69% higher than in St. George.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,045.54 in Roseville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in St. George.

How life is different in St. George vs. Roseville

• Roseville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 10% less than St. George.
• Roseville offers better access to buses and trains than St. George, based on public transportation ratings. Roseville has a transit score of 3 out of 10 compared to 2 in St. George. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Roseville means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in St. George. Roseville is considered more walkable than St. George, with a score of 38 out of 100 versus 27 out of 100 in St. George. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Roseville is considered more bike-friendly than St. George in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Roseville has a bike-friendliness score of 59 out of 100, while St. George is rated as 45 out of 100.
• Roseville has a lower crime rate than St. George based on scores of 25.0 and St. George's 29.02, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Roseville than in St. George, based on Roseville’s safety index of 80.11 versus 70.98 for St. George. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Roseville and St. George 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 St. George vs. Roseville move

• Weather: Consider moving to Roseville during May, October or April since these are the the most pleasant months in Roseville, while January and December are the least comfortable months.
• 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 Roseville 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.

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