($1,537) Movers From San Francisco, CA to Indianapolis, IN

What to know before moving from San Francisco to Indianapolis

• Rent prices in Indianapolis are 57% lower than in San Francisco.
• Home prices in Indianapolis are 82.2% lower than in San Francisco.
• Income in Indianapolis is 56.8% lower than in San Francisco.
• The cost of living for a single person in Indianapolis is 70.5% lower than in San Francisco.
• The cost of living for a family in Indianapolis is 54.6% lower than in San Francisco.
• The unemployment rate in Indianapolis is 3.70% higher than in San Francisco.
• Sales taxes in Indianapolis are 18.89% lower than in San Francisco.
• State income taxes in Indianapolis are 76.32% lower than in San Francisco.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $885.48 in Indianapolis 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. Indianapolis

• Indianapolis's population is about 10% greater than San Francisco.
• Indianapolis's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus San Francisco's lower score of 10.
• Indianapolis is less walkable than San Francisco with a score of 31 out of 100 vs San Francisco's 99 out of 100.
• Indianapolis has a bike-friendliness score 43 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.
• Indianapolis's crime rate is lower than San Francisco with a score of 60.71 compared to San Francisco's 61.41. This means that Indianapolis neighborhoods are safer than 60.71% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Francisco neighborhoods are safer than 61.41%.
• Indianapolis is considered to be safer than San Francisco with a safety index of 39.29 vs San Francisco's 38.59.
• Air quality in Indianapolis is good, and in San Francisco it's moderate.

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

• Weather: Indianapolis summers are hot, humid, and wet. Winters are generally cold with moderate snowfall. The rainiest months occur in the spring and summer, with slightly higher averages during May, June, and July. May is typically the wettest.
• 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: The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) regulate movers operating within Indiana and issue moving companies Indiana Households Goods Carriers Numbers. Check to make sure prospective movers have one and that it’s up to date. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Indiana moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Indiana 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 Indianapolis. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection – a budget-friendly choice with no extra cost from movers, though coverage is limited to 60 cents per pound. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, reimbursement is just $15. To ensure coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with your chosen moving company 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 Indianapolis

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

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