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What to know before moving from Montgomery to North Las Vegas

Moving from Montgomery to North Las Vegas comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since North Las Vegas is generally more expensive than Montgomery, 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 North Las Vegas are 58% higher than in Montgomery, 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 Montgomery.
  Home prices in North Las Vegas are 174.8% higher than in Montgomery.
• Income in North Las Vegas is 34.2% higher than in Montgomery, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in North Las Vegas include National Security Technologies, North Vista Hospital, and Aliante Gaming.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in North Las Vegas, since the cost of living for a single person in North Las Vegas is 32.3% higher than in Montgomery. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to North Las Vegas, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in North Las Vegas is 39.2% higher than in Montgomery.
• The unemployment rate in North Las Vegas is 72.41% higher than in Montgomery.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in North Las Vegas, since the city’s sales taxes in North Las Vegas are 16.20% lower than in Montgomery.
• One perk of moving to North Las Vegas is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Montgomery.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,970.32 in North Las Vegas to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Montgomery.

How life is different in Montgomery vs. North Las Vegas

• The population of North Las Vegas is about 31% greater than Montgomery, 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.
• North Las Vegas offers better access to buses and trains than Montgomery, based on public transportation ratings. North Las Vegas has a transit score of 4 out of 10 compared to 2 in Montgomery. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in North Las Vegas means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Montgomery. North Las Vegas is considered more walkable than Montgomery, with a score of 34 out of 100 versus 26 out of 100 in Montgomery. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, North Las Vegas is considered more bike-friendly than Montgomery in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. North Las Vegas has a bike-friendliness score of 48 out of 100, while Montgomery is rated as 33 out of 100.
• North Las Vegas has a lower crime rate than Montgomery based on scores of 26.0 and Montgomery's 65.25, 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 North Las Vegas than in Montgomery, based on North Las Vegas’s safety index of 54.9 versus 34.75 for Montgomery. 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 North Las Vegas and Montgomery is generally the same (Moderate). 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 Montgomery vs. North Las Vegas move

• Weather: April, October and March are the most pleasant months to move in North Las Vegas, however, July and August tend to get so hot so you might consider moving during these 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: Movers that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Nevada moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Nevada 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 North Las Vegas. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection, the cost-free choice provided by movers, albeit with minimal coverage. Movers take responsibility for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover misplaced or damaged a valuable item like a 30-pound sculpture, you would only receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, explore alternative options with your selected moving company or consider consulting 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 North Las Vegas

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Old Town", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in North Las Vegas.

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