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What to know before moving from Salt Lake City to Eugene

Moving from Salt Lake City to Eugene means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Salt Lake City than in Eugene, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Salt Lake City compares to Eugene so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Eugene are 7% higher than in Salt Lake City, 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 Eugene.
  Home prices in Eugene are 16.3% lower than in Salt Lake City.
• Income in Eugene is 2.4% lower than in Salt Lake City, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Eugene include Hynix Semiconductor Manufacturing America Inc, Bi-Mart, and Pap.
• The cost of living for a single person in Eugene is 16.5% lower than in Salt Lake City. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Eugene is 9.3% lower than in Salt Lake City.
• The unemployment rate in Eugene is 110.00% higher than in Salt Lake City.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Eugene, since the city’s sales taxes in Eugene are 100.00% lower than in Salt Lake City.
• State income taxes in Eugene are 100.00% higher than in Salt Lake City.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,505.52 in Eugene to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Salt Lake City.

How life is different in Salt Lake City vs. Eugene

• Eugene's population is about 12% less than Salt Lake City.
• Eugene's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus Salt Lake City's higher score of 8.
• Eugene is less walkable than Salt Lake City with a score of 46 out of 100 vs Salt Lake City's 59 out of 100.
• Both Eugene and Salt Lake City have the same bike-friendliness score of 74 out of 100, meaning Eugene is about as safe for cyclists as Salt Lake City. Typically, cities that have scores of 20 or higher are seen as reasonably safe, though the higher the score, the more safely accessible a city is for bicycling.
• Eugene's crime rate is lower than Salt Lake City with a score of 6.0 compared to Salt Lake City's 34.64. This means that Eugene neighborhoods are safer than 6.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Salt Lake City neighborhoods are safer than 34.64%.
• Eugene is considered to be less safe than Salt Lake City with a score of 54.24 vs Salt Lake City's 65.36.
• Air quality in Eugene is good, and in Salt Lake City it's good.

Other things to consider for your Salt Lake City vs. Eugene move

• Weather: July, August and September are the most pleasant months in Eugene. So consider these months when you're planning to move to this city.
• 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: Moving companies headquartered in Oregon must possess an up-to-date USDOT Number as well as a license issued by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Oregon, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Oregon 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 Eugene 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. Released Value Protection is a cost-effective choice as it comes at no extra cost. Movers provide this option without additional charges, but the coverage it offers is minimal. With Released Value Protection, the mover's liability is limited to 60 cents per pound per article.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Eugene

With your sights set on "Emerald Valley", these are some of the most popular neighborhoods to consider in Eugene.

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