($1,557) Movers From Los Angeles, CA to Augusta, GA

What to know before moving from Los Angeles to Augusta

• Rent prices in Augusta are 58% lower than in Los Angeles.
• Home prices in Augusta are 92.9% lower than in Los Angeles.
• Income in Augusta is 114.2% higher than in Los Angeles.
• The cost of living for a single person in Augusta is 42.1% higher than in Los Angeles.
• The cost of living for a family in Augusta is 18.6% lower than in Los Angeles.
• The unemployment rate in Augusta is 50.94% lower than in Los Angeles.
• Sales taxes in Augusta are 10.53% lower than in Los Angeles.
• State income taxes in Augusta are 58.72% lower than in Los Angeles.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,262.32 in Augusta to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Los Angeles.

How life is different in Los Angeles vs. Augusta

• Augusta's population is about 95% less than Los Angeles.
• Augusta's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Los Angeles's lower score of 8.
• Augusta is less walkable than Los Angeles with a score of 22 out of 100 vs Los Angeles's 69 out of 100.
• Augusta has a bike-friendliness score 33 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Los Angeles, which has a score of 59 out of 100.
• Augusta's crime rate is lower than Los Angeles with a score of 48.46 compared to Los Angeles's 53.81. This means that Augusta neighborhoods are safer than 48.46% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Los Angeles neighborhoods are safer than 53.81%.
• Augusta is considered to be safer than Los Angeles with a safety index of 51.54 vs Los Angeles's 46.19.
• Air quality in Augusta is good, and in Los Angeles it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Los Angeles vs. Augusta move

• Weather: Augusta had short, mild winters, very hot, humid summers
• 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: Moving companies in Georgia are regulated by the the Georgia Department of Public Safety (GDPS). Regulations include insurance requirements and the handling of consumer complaints. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Georgia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Georgia 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 Augusta. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness, offered by movers at no extra charge. However, it provides minimal coverage, with the mover's responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, explore other options with your chosen 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 Augusta

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Garden City of the South", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Augusta.

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