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What to know before moving from Scottsdale to Roseville

Moving from Scottsdale to Roseville means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Scottsdale than in Roseville, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Scottsdale compares to Roseville so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Roseville are 24% lower than in Scottsdale, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Roseville.
  Home prices in Roseville are 25.1% lower than in Scottsdale.
• Income in Roseville is 10.7% higher than in Scottsdale, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Roseville include New Vision Display, International Display Works, and Trc Group.
• The cost of living for a single person in Roseville is 49.6% lower than in Scottsdale. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Roseville, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Roseville is 28.9% higher than in Scottsdale.
• The unemployment rate in Roseville is 10.64% higher than in Scottsdale.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Roseville, since the city’s sales taxes in Roseville are 3.73% lower than in Scottsdale.
• State income taxes in Roseville are 432.00% higher than in Scottsdale.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,513.30 in Roseville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Scottsdale.

How life is different in Scottsdale vs. Roseville

• Roseville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 33% less than Scottsdale.
• Getting around Roseville without a car might be more difficult than in Scottsdale. Roseville has a public transportation score of 3 out of 10, whereas Scottsdale is ranked 5. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Living in Roseville means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Scottsdale. Roseville is considered more walkable than Scottsdale, with a score of 38 out of 100 versus 32 out of 100 in Scottsdale. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• Roseville and Scottsdale are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 59 and 56 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Roseville as Scottsdale. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Roseville than in Scottsdale, based on Roseville’s safety index of 80.11 versus 74.2 for Scottsdale. 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 Roseville and Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale vs. Roseville move

• Weather: Consider moving to Roseville during May, October or April since these are the the most pleasant months in Roseville, while January and December 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: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a California moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: California 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 Roseville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Roseville

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