($1,654) Movers From Stockton, CA to Wilmington, DE

What to know before moving from Stockton to Wilmington

• Rent prices in Wilmington are 2% higher than in Stockton.
• Home prices in Wilmington are 29.7% lower than in Stockton.
• Income in Wilmington is 22.8% lower than in Stockton.
• The cost of living for a single person in Wilmington is 6.2% lower than in Stockton.
• The cost of living for a family in Wilmington is 36.1% lower than in Stockton.
• The unemployment rate in Wilmington and Stockton.
• Sales taxes in Wilmington are 100.00% lower than in Stockton.
• State income taxes in Wilmington are 50.38% lower than in Stockton.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,813.64 in Wilmington to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Stockton.

How life is different in Stockton vs. Wilmington

• Wilmington's population is about 78% less than Stockton.
• Wilmington's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Stockton's higher score of 4.
• Wilmington is more walkable than Stockton with a score of 74 out of 100 vs Stockton's 44 out of 100.
• Both Wilmington and Stockton have the same bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, meaning Wilmington is about as safe for cyclists as Stockton. Typically, cities that have scores of 20 or higher are seen as reasonably safe, though the higher the score, the more safely accessible a city is for bicycling.
• Wilmington's crime rate is lower than Stockton with a score of 67.32 compared to Stockton's 75.2. This means that Wilmington neighborhoods are safer than 67.32% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Stockton neighborhoods are safer than 75.2%.
• Wilmington is considered to be safer than Stockton with a safety index of 32.68 vs Stockton's 24.8.
• Air quality in Wilmington is good, and in Stockton it's good.

Other things to consider for your Stockton vs. Wilmington move

• Weather: Wilmington has with hot and humid summers, cool to cold winters, and precipitation evenly spread throughout the year.
• 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 headquartered in Delaware that offer local and intrastate moving services don’t need to be licensed. Still, they must comply with Delaware Department of Transportation (DDOT) regulations on insurance and commercial vehicle safety. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Delaware moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Delaware 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 Wilmington. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Selecting Released Value Protection is a cost-effective choice, provided at no extra charge by movers, even though it offers limited coverage. Within this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. If you're concerned about the value of your possessions and require more extensive coverage, consider discussing alternative options with the moving company you've chosen or explore third-party insurance providers. Ensure comprehensive protection for your belongings during the move by exploring these additional coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Wilmington

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Chemical Capital of the World", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Wilmington.

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