($1,544) Movers From Birmingham, AL to Yonkers, NY

What to know before moving from Birmingham to Yonkers

• Rent prices in Yonkers are 116% higher than in Birmingham.
• Home prices in Yonkers are 409.7% higher than in Birmingham.
• Income in Yonkers is 95.9% higher than in Birmingham.
• The cost of living for a single person in Yonkers is 164.1% higher than in Birmingham.
• The cost of living for a family in Yonkers is 60.9% higher than in Birmingham.
• The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 35.71% higher than in Birmingham.
• Sales taxes in Yonkers are 11.20% lower than in Birmingham.
• State income taxes in Yonkers are 118.00% higher than in Birmingham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $7,922.08 in Yonkers to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Birmingham.

How life is different in Birmingham vs. Yonkers

• Yonkers's population is about 8% greater than Birmingham.
• Yonkers's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Birmingham's higher score of 0.
• Yonkers is more walkable than Birmingham with a score of 69 out of 100 vs Birmingham's 33 out of 100.
• With a score of 37 out of 100, Yonkers 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.
• Yonkers's crime rate is lower than Birmingham with a score of 28.34 compared to Birmingham's 61.64. This means that Yonkers neighborhoods are safer than 28.34% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Birmingham neighborhoods are safer than 61.64%.
• Yonkers is considered to be safer than Birmingham with a safety index of 71.66 vs Birmingham's 38.36.
• Air quality in Yonkers is good, and in Birmingham it's good.

Other things to consider for your Birmingham vs. Yonkers move

• Weather: June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Yonkers, 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: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New York moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New York 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 Yonkers. 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. 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 Yonkers

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

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