($1,476) Movers From Lancaster, CA to Chapel Hill, NC

What to know before moving from Lancaster to Chapel Hill

• Rent prices in Chapel Hill are 25% lower than in Lancaster.
• Home prices in Chapel Hill are 25.2% higher than in Lancaster.
• Income in Chapel Hill is 12.2% lower than in Lancaster.
• The cost of living for a single person in Chapel Hill is 11.5% lower than in Lancaster.
• The cost of living for a family in Chapel Hill is 13.9% lower than in Lancaster.
• The unemployment rate in Chapel Hill is 79.49% lower than in Lancaster.
• Sales taxes in Chapel Hill are 26.83% lower than in Lancaster.
• State income taxes in Chapel Hill are 66.17% lower than in Lancaster.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,655.12 in Chapel Hill to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Lancaster.

How life is different in Lancaster vs. Chapel Hill

• Chapel Hill's population is about 63% less than Lancaster.
• Chapel Hill's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Lancaster's higher score of 0.
• Chapel Hill is more walkable than Lancaster with a score of 34 out of 100 vs Lancaster's 29 out of 100.
• With a score of 50 out of 100, Chapel Hill is more bike-friendly than Lancaster, which has a score of 40 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Chapel Hill's crime rate is lower than Lancaster with a score of 26.42 compared to Lancaster's 45.5. This means that Chapel Hill neighborhoods are safer than 26.42% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Lancaster neighborhoods are safer than 45.5%.
• Chapel Hill is considered to be safer than Lancaster with a safety index of 73.58 vs Lancaster's 54.5.
• Air quality in Chapel Hill is moderate, and in Lancaster it's good.

Other things to consider for your Lancaster vs. Chapel Hill move

• Weather: May, September and October are the most pleasant months for moving as these are the driest month in Chapel Hill in a yearl, while January and July are the months you need to watch out as there might be some weather-related delays.
• 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: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Carolina 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 Chapel Hill. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives 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 Chapel Hill

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Southern Part of Heaven", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Chapel Hill.

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