Things to know before moving from Utah to Dayton, OH

Cost of living: Utah vs Dayton, OH

Utah Dayton
Average rent cost $1,302 $925
Average home value $517,020 $135,815
Average income (per capita) $86,833 $62,673
Unemployment rate 4% 7%
State income tax 5% 4%
  • Rent is about 29% less expensive in Dayton than in Utah.
  • Home prices are about 74% lower in Dayton than in Utah.
  • The average income is about 28% lower in Dayton than in Utah.
  • Dayton has a higher unemployment rate than Utah by about 94%.
  • Income taxes are 29% lower in Dayton than in Utah.

How life is different in Dayton from Utah

Dayton Utah
Population 137,644 3,417,734
Political leaning Democratic 50-48 Republican 60-40
Summer high 85ºF 90ºF
Winter low 21ºF 17ºF
Annual rain 40" 15"
Annual snow 17" 43"
Crime index 4.0 21.37
  • The population of Dayton is approximately 96% lower than the population of Utah.
  • In the last presidential election, Dayton voted Democratic and Utah voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in Dayton is 85ºF and in Utah, it’s 90ºF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Dayton reaches the temperature of 21ºF and Utah gets down to 17ºF.
  • You can expect about 40 inches of annual rainfall in Dayton vs 15 inches of rainfall in Utah.
  • In Dayton, it snows about 17 inches annually vs 43 inches of snow in Utah.
  • Dayton has a lower crime rate than Utah with a crime index of 21.37 vs 4.0.

Things to do in Dayton

Whether you’re looking for parks, museums, sports, or even universities, you’ll be happy to find a plethora of these in Dayton.

Museums in Daytontoggle

  • National Museum of the US Air Force
  • America's Packard Museum - The Citizens Motorcar Co.
  • Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
  • Dayton International Peace Museum
  • British Transportation Museum

Parks in Daytontoggle

  • Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
  • Carriage Hill MetroPark
  • RiverScape MetroPark
  • Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark
  • Smith Gardens
  • Possum Creek MetroPark

Sports Teams in Daytontoggle

  • Dayton Dragons (Baseball-Midwest League)
  • Wright State Raiders (Horizon League)

Universities in Daytontoggle

  • Miami Jacobs Career College Dayton
  • Sinclair Community College
  • Lincoln College of Technology Dayton
  • University of Dayton
  • International College of Broadcasting

Other considerations when moving to Dayton, OH

  • Weather: September, June and May are the best months to move to Dayton.
  • HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
  • Elevator reservation: One common and important example of something that should be handled ahead of time is reserving the building's elevator and finding out their rules for using the elevator.
  • Parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles, find out ahead of time with your new local rules.
  • State licensing: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
  • State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status on the state regulator's official website.
  • Moving permits: Ohio 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 Ohio. Get started here.
  • Mover's insurance: Every state has their own requirements when it comes to insurance. Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 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: Peace of mind is priceless. Our moving checklist will help you know you’ve got everything covered.

FAQ

How long does a move from Utah to Dayton take?

The time frame for a move from Utah to Dayton, OH, varies based on your moving method and starting location. The actual loading up of your items should not take more than a day, even with DIY moves.

Obviously, the further upstate you are in Utah, the longer the drive time to Dayton will be. If you’re driving a rental truck, the move could be completed in one or two days, on average, depending on your route and how often you stop.

With professional movers or moving containers, delivery times to Dayton from Utah can range from a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on the company’s schedule and transit logistics. You can always ask for a general timeline before booking.

How far in advance should I book movers when moving from Utah to Dayton?

Because of the 1657-mile move, it’s best to book your move from Utah to Dayton as soon as you have your moving details. Ideally, you’d book your move two to three months ahead of time.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Dayton, OH?

With the summer highs of 85ºF and the winter lows of 21ºF, most people move to Dayton from Utah during the spring and fall months. To avoid competing during those busy moving seasons, you could save some money by booking your move to Dayton during summer or winter.

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