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What to know before moving from San Francisco to Newark

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

Check out how San Francisco compares to Newark so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Newark are 29% lower than in San Francisco, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Newark.
  Home prices in Newark are 61.7% lower than in San Francisco.
• Income in Newark is 69.8% lower than in San Francisco, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Newark include Panasonic Corporation of North America, Prudential Financial, and Prudential Capital & Investment Services.
• The cost of living for a single person in Newark is 31.9% lower than in San Francisco. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Newark is 35.6% lower than in San Francisco.
• The unemployment rate in Newark is 140.74% higher than in San Francisco.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Newark, since the city’s sales taxes in Newark are 23.17% lower than in San Francisco.
• One perk of moving to Newark is paying less in state income taxes, which are 19.55% lower than in San Francisco.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,043.11 in Newark 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. Newark

• Newark might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 62% less than San Francisco.
• Getting around Newark without a car might be more difficult than in San Francisco. Newark has a public transportation score of 9 out of 10, whereas San Francisco is ranked 10. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Newark neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as San Francisco. Based on its score of 76 out of 100, Newark isn’t as walkable as San Francisco, which has a score of 99 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.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Newark, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than San Francisco. While San Francisco has a bike-friendliness score of 99 out of 100, Newark earned a 51. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Newark is higher than in San Francisco, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 75.24 in Newark, it is 61.41 in San Francisco. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Newark. With a crime index of 24.76, Newark ranks lower in overall safety than San Francisco, whose index is San Francisco's 38.59. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Newark has better air quality than in San Francisco. Newark has Good air quality, compared to moderate in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco vs. Newark move

• Weather: Newark has cold winters and 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: In New Jersey, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs handles the regulation of in-state moving companies. The state’s Division of Consumer Affairs works to ensure that warehousemen (public storage companies) and public movers provide safe, reliable, and ethical services while adhering to all relevant state rules and regulations. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New Jersey moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New Jersey 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 Newark. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Released Value Protection is the most economical option as it incurs no cost. It is provided by movers at no additional charge, but the coverage is minimal. Under this option, no more than 60 cents per pound per article is the responsibility of the mover. For example, if a delicate china set weighing 20 pounds is lost or damaged by the mover, only $12 (60 cents x 20 pounds) would be received. If coverage for the full value of your items is needed, consultation with the moving company you're hiring for other options or a third-party insurance provider is recommended.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

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