($1,473) Movers From Montgomery, AL to Manchester, NH

What to know before moving from Montgomery to Manchester

• Rent prices in Manchester are 67% higher than in Montgomery.
• Home prices in Manchester are 191.9% higher than in Montgomery.
• Income in Manchester is 34.3% higher than in Montgomery.
• The cost of living for a single person in Manchester is 48.3% higher than in Montgomery.
• The cost of living for a family in Manchester is 47.3% higher than in Montgomery.
• The unemployment rate in Manchester is 34.48% lower than in Montgomery.
• Sales taxes in Manchester are 100.00% lower than in Montgomery.
• State income taxes in Manchester are 20.00% lower than in Montgomery.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,450.03 in Manchester to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Montgomery.

How life is different in Montgomery vs. Manchester

• Manchester's population is about 42% less than Montgomery.
• Manchester's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Montgomery's higher score of 2.
• Manchester is more walkable than Montgomery with a score of 51 out of 100 vs Montgomery's 26 out of 100.
• With a score of 42 out of 100, Manchester is more bike-friendly than Montgomery, which has a score of 33 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Manchester's crime rate is lower than Montgomery with a score of 56.09 compared to Montgomery's 65.25. This means that Manchester neighborhoods are safer than 56.09% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Montgomery neighborhoods are safer than 65.25%.
• Manchester is considered to be safer than Montgomery with a safety index of 43.91 vs Montgomery's 34.75.
• Air quality in Manchester is good, and in Montgomery it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Montgomery vs. Manchester move

• Weather: August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Manchester, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• 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: The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) is the agency tasked with regulating and overseeing movers that offer relocation services within the state. If you’ve already moved and had a dispute with your moving company, they may be able to help resolve the issue, but you’ll need to file a formal complaint first. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New Hampshire moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New Hampshire 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 Manchester. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for a cost-free, minimal coverage option from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your 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 Manchester

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

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