($1,339) Movers From San Francisco, CA to Tempe, AZ

What to know before moving from San Francisco to Tempe

• Rent prices in Tempe are 44% lower than in San Francisco.
• Home prices in Tempe are 62.0% lower than in San Francisco.
• Income in Tempe is 53.1% lower than in San Francisco.
• The cost of living for a single person in Tempe is 43.7% higher than in San Francisco.
• The cost of living for a family in Tempe is 21.9% lower than in San Francisco.
• The unemployment rate in Tempe and San Francisco.
• Sales taxes in Tempe are 6.14% lower than in San Francisco.
• State income taxes in Tempe are 81.20% lower than in San Francisco.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,310.76 in Tempe to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in San Francisco.

How life is different in San Francisco vs. Tempe

• Tempe's population is about 78% less than San Francisco.
• Tempe's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus San Francisco's lower score of 10.
• Tempe is less walkable than San Francisco with a score of 54 out of 100 vs San Francisco's 99 out of 100.
• Tempe has a bike-friendliness score 75 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as San Francisco, which has a score of 99 out of 100.
• Tempe's crime rate is lower than San Francisco with a score of 42.36 compared to San Francisco's 61.41. This means that Tempe neighborhoods are safer than 42.36% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Francisco neighborhoods are safer than 61.41%.
• Tempe is considered to be safer than San Francisco with a safety index of 57.64 vs San Francisco's 38.59.
• Air quality in Tempe is good, and in San Francisco it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your San Francisco vs. Tempe move

• Weather: Tempe has very hot summers and little rainfall.
• 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: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Arizona 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 Tempe. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Tempe

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

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