($1,657) Movers From Tacoma, WA to Ogden, UT

What to know before moving from Tacoma to Ogden

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

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

• Rent prices in Ogden are 23% lower than in Tacoma, 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 19.6% lower than in Tacoma.
• Income in Ogden is 14.1% lower than in Tacoma, 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 50.7% lower than in Tacoma. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Ogden is 36.7% lower than in Tacoma.
• The unemployment rate in Ogden is 47.95% lower than in Tacoma.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Ogden, since the city’s sales taxes in Ogden are 29.61% lower than in Tacoma.
• State income taxes in Ogden are 4.95% higher than in Tacoma.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,480.04 in Ogden to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Tacoma.

How life is different in Tacoma vs. Ogden

• Ogden might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 61% less than Tacoma.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Ogden will be about the same as it currently is in Tacoma. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Ogden neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Tacoma. Based on its score of 44 out of 100, Ogden isn’t as walkable as Tacoma, which has a score of 54 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 Tacoma. While Tacoma has a bike-friendliness score of 48 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.
• Ogden has a lower crime rate than Tacoma based on scores of 46.94 and Tacoma's 55.55, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Ogden than in Tacoma, based on Ogden’s safety index of 53.06 versus 44.45 for Tacoma. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Ogden and Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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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