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What to know before moving from Cheyenne to Orlando

Moving from Cheyenne to Orlando comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Orlando is generally more expensive than Cheyenne, 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 Orlando are 50% higher than in Cheyenne, 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 Cheyenne.
  Home prices in Orlando are 3.5% higher than in Cheyenne.
• Income in Orlando is 3.0% lower than in Cheyenne, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Orlando include Darden Restaurants, Red Lobster, and Multimedia.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Orlando, since the cost of living for a single person in Orlando is 89.5% higher than in Cheyenne. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Orlando, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Orlando is 96.5% higher than in Cheyenne.
• The unemployment rate in Orlando is 13.73% higher than in Cheyenne.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Orlando, since the city’s sales taxes in Orlando are 8.33% higher than in Cheyenne.
• State income taxes are the same in Orlando and Cheyenne.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,685.77 in Orlando to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Cheyenne.

How life is different in Cheyenne vs. Orlando

• The population of Orlando is about 372% greater than Cheyenne, 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.
• Orlando offers better access to buses and trains than Cheyenne, based on public transportation ratings. Orlando has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 2 in Cheyenne. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Orlando means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Cheyenne. Orlando is considered more walkable than Cheyenne, with a score of 41 out of 100 versus 36 out of 100 in Cheyenne. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Orlando is considered more bike-friendly than Cheyenne in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Orlando has a bike-friendliness score of 57 out of 100, while Cheyenne is rated as 49 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Orlando is higher than in Cheyenne, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 49.57 in Orlando, it is 19.85 in Cheyenne. 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 Orlando. With a crime index of 50.43, Orlando ranks lower in overall safety than Cheyenne, whose index is Cheyenne's 80.15. 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 Orlando and Cheyenne 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 Cheyenne vs. Orlando move

• Weather: Orlando has two basic seasons, a hot and rainy season, lasting from May until late October, and a warm and dry season from November through April.
• 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: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Florida, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Florida 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 Orlando 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 stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

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