($1,653) Movers From Moreno Valley, CA to Port St. Lucie, FL

What to know before moving from Moreno Valley to Port St. Lucie

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

Check out how Moreno Valley compares to Port St. Lucie so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Port St. Lucie are 3% higher than in Moreno Valley, 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 Port St. Lucie.
  Home prices in Port St. Lucie are 28.7% lower than in Moreno Valley.
• Income in Port St. Lucie is 6.8% lower than in Moreno Valley, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Port St. Lucie include Liberty Healthcare Group, Gerelco Electrical Contractors, and St. Lucie Medical Center.
• The cost of living for a single person in Port St. Lucie is 6.4% lower than in Moreno Valley. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Port St. Lucie is 6.5% lower than in Moreno Valley.
• The unemployment rate in Port St. Lucie is 46.15% lower than in Moreno Valley.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Port St. Lucie, since the city’s sales taxes in Port St. Lucie are 9.68% lower than in Moreno Valley.
• One perk of moving to Port St. Lucie is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Moreno Valley.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,806.97 in Port St. Lucie to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Moreno Valley.

How life is different in Moreno Valley vs. Port St. Lucie

• Port St. Lucie and Moreno Valley have roughly the same population, which could make adjusting to your new life in Florida easier.
• Getting around Port St. Lucie without a car might be more difficult than in Moreno Valley. Port St. Lucie has a public transportation score of 1 out of 10, whereas Moreno Valley is ranked 4. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Port St. Lucie neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Moreno Valley. Based on its score of 13 out of 100, Port St. Lucie isn’t as walkable as Moreno Valley, which has a score of 33 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• Port St. Lucie and Moreno Valley are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 36 and 37 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.
• Port St. Lucie has a lower crime rate than Moreno Valley based on scores of 35.03 and Moreno Valley's 40.24, 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 Port St. Lucie than in Moreno Valley, based on Port St. Lucie’s safety index of 64.97 versus 59.76 for Moreno Valley. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Port St. Lucie has better air quality than in Moreno Valley. Port St. Lucie has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Moreno Valley. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

Other things to consider for your Moreno Valley vs. Port St. Lucie move

• Weather: Port St. Lucie summers are usually hot, with high temperatures averaging in the low 90s. Winters are usually mild to warm, with average high temperatures in the 70s. Port St. Lucie is also vulnerable to hurricanes.
• 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: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Florida 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 Port St. Lucie. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored 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 Port St. Lucie

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