($1,476) Movers From St. George, UT to Raleigh, NC

What to know before moving from St. George to Raleigh

Moving from St. George to Raleigh comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Raleigh 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 Raleigh are 6% lower than in St. George, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Raleigh.
  Home prices in Raleigh are 13.9% lower than in St. George.
• Income in Raleigh is 95.6% lower than in St. George, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Raleigh include State of North Carolina, WakeMed, and North Carolina State University.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Raleigh, since the cost of living for a single person in Raleigh is 182.4% higher than in St. George. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Raleigh, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Raleigh is 32.8% higher than in St. George.
• The unemployment rate in Raleigh is 48.28% higher than in St. George.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Raleigh, since the city’s sales taxes in Raleigh are 7.41% higher than in St. George.
• One perk of moving to Raleigh is paying less in state income taxes, which are 9.09% lower than in St. George.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $8,471.65 in Raleigh 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. Raleigh

• The population of Raleigh is about 159% 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.
• Raleigh offers better access to buses and trains than St. George, based on public transportation ratings. Raleigh has a transit score of 4 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 Raleigh means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in St. George. Raleigh is considered more walkable than St. George, with a score of 31 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.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Raleigh, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than St. George. While St. George has a bike-friendliness score of 45 out of 100, Raleigh earned a 39. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Raleigh 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 38.87 in Raleigh, 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 Raleigh. With a crime index of 60.13, Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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. Raleigh 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. Raleigh move

• Weather: The climate in Raleigh is unlikely to affect your move. However, some days in the winter, the roads may become icy which causes traffic issues.
• 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: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in North Carolina, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While North Carolina 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 Raleigh 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 no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

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