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What to know before moving from St. George to Santa Ana

Moving from St. George to Santa Ana comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana are 50% 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 Santa Ana are 68.2% higher than in St. George.
• Income in Santa Ana is 32.1% higher than in St. George, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Santa Ana include Allied Universal, First American Financial, and Yokohama Rubber Company.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Santa Ana, since the cost of living for a single person in Santa Ana is 194.3% higher than in St. George. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Santa Ana, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Santa Ana is 143.8% higher than in St. George.
• The unemployment rate in Santa Ana is 141.38% higher than in St. George.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Santa Ana, since the city’s sales taxes in Santa Ana are 37.04% higher than in St. George.
• State income taxes in Santa Ana are 168.69% higher than in St. George.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $8,828.53 in Santa Ana 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. Santa Ana

• The population of Santa Ana is about 72% greater than St. George, 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.
• Santa Ana offers better access to buses and trains than St. George, based on public transportation ratings. Santa Ana has a transit score of 7 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 Santa Ana means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in St. George. Santa Ana is considered more walkable than St. George, with a score of 67 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, Santa Ana 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. Santa Ana has a bike-friendliness score of 62 out of 100, while St. George is rated as 45 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Santa Ana is higher than in St. George, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 54.17 in Santa Ana, it is 29.02 in St. George. 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 Santa Ana. With a crime index of 45.83, Santa Ana ranks lower in overall safety than St. George, whose index is St. George's 70.98. 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 Santa Ana isn’t as good as it is in St. George, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. Santa Ana has an air quality rating of Moderate, and St. George is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

Other things to consider for your St. George vs. Santa Ana move

• Weather: Santa Ana has hot, dry summers and mild winters with moderate rainfall.
• 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 Santa Ana 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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