($1,477) Movers From Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC

What to know before moving from Birmingham to Greensboro

• Rent prices in Greensboro are 12% higher than in Birmingham.
• Home prices in Greensboro are 101.0% higher than in Birmingham.
• Income in Greensboro is 58.9% higher than in Birmingham.
• The cost of living for a single person in Greensboro is 19.5% lower than in Birmingham.
• The cost of living for a family in Greensboro is 19.7% lower than in Birmingham.
• The unemployment rate in Greensboro and Birmingham.
• Sales taxes in Greensboro are 32.50% lower than in Birmingham.
• State income taxes in Greensboro are 10.00% lower than in Birmingham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,415.58 in Greensboro to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Birmingham.

How life is different in Birmingham vs. Greensboro

• Greensboro's population is about 52% greater than Birmingham.
• Greensboro's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Birmingham's higher score of 0.
• Greensboro is less walkable than Birmingham with a score of 29 out of 100 vs Birmingham's 33 out of 100.
• With a score of 32 out of 100, Greensboro is more bike-friendly than Birmingham, which has a score of 31 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Greensboro's crime rate is lower than Birmingham with a score of 45.91 compared to Birmingham's 61.64. This means that Greensboro neighborhoods are safer than 45.91% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Birmingham neighborhoods are safer than 61.64%.
• Greensboro is considered to be safer than Birmingham with a safety index of 54.09 vs Birmingham's 38.36.
• Air quality in Greensboro is good, and in Birmingham it's good.

Other things to consider for your Birmingham vs. Greensboro move

• Weather: The climate in Greensboro is unlikely to affect your move. However, some days in the winter, the roads may become icy which causes traffic issues.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Carolina 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 Greensboro. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 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: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Greensboro

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Gate City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Greensboro.

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