($1,735) Movers From Burlington, VT to Ogden, UT

What to know before moving from Burlington to Ogden

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

Check out how Burlington compares to Ogden so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Ogden are 42% lower than in Burlington, 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 Ogden.
  Home prices in Ogden are 22.6% lower than in Burlington.
• Income in Ogden is 5.3% lower than in Burlington, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Ogden include CFJ Properties, Inc., Weber State University, and Staker Parson Companies.
• The cost of living for a single person in Ogden is 24.3% lower than in Burlington. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Ogden is 17.0% lower than in Burlington.
• The unemployment rate in Ogden is 18.75% higher than in Burlington.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Ogden, since the city’s sales taxes in Ogden are 3.57% higher than in Burlington.
• One perk of moving to Ogden is paying less in state income taxes, which are 43.43% lower than in Burlington.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,271.44 in Ogden to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Burlington.

How life is different in Burlington vs. Ogden

• The population of Ogden is about 95% greater than Burlington, 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.
• Ogden offers better access to buses and trains than Burlington, based on public transportation ratings. Ogden has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 5 in Burlington. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Ogden neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Burlington. Based on its score of 44 out of 100, Ogden isn’t as walkable as Burlington, which has a score of 59 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Ogden, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Burlington. While Burlington has a bike-friendliness score of 81 out of 100, Ogden earned a 44. 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.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Ogden as Burlington. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Ogden is generally as safe as Burlington, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Ogden and Burlington 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 Burlington vs. Ogden move

• Weather: If you're planning to move to Ogden, it's advisable to June, September and May as these are the most pleasant months in Ogden, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Ogden experiences both hot summer and very cold weather. Best and worst of both worlds.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Utah, 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. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Utah, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Utah 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 Ogden 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. In Utah, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. To increase protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Ogden

With your sights set on "Junction City", these are some of the most popular neighborhoods to consider in Ogden.

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