($1,558) Movers From Anaheim, CA to Yonkers, NY

What to know before moving from Anaheim to Yonkers

• Rent prices in Yonkers are 6% higher than in Anaheim.
• Home prices in Yonkers are 30.6% lower than in Anaheim.
• Income in Yonkers is 12.8% lower than in Anaheim.
• The cost of living for a single person in Yonkers is 44.0% lower than in Anaheim.
• The cost of living for a family in Yonkers is 41.8% lower than in Anaheim.
• The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 85.37% higher than in Anaheim.
• Sales taxes in Yonkers are 14.58% higher than in Anaheim.
• State income taxes in Yonkers are 18.05% lower than in Anaheim.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,678.59 in Yonkers to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Anaheim.

How life is different in Anaheim vs. Yonkers

• Yonkers's population is about 39% less than Anaheim.
• Yonkers's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Anaheim's higher score of 5.
• Yonkers is more walkable than Anaheim with a score of 69 out of 100 vs Anaheim's 56 out of 100.
• Yonkers has a bike-friendliness score 37 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Anaheim, which has a score of 52 out of 100.
• Yonkers's crime rate is lower than Anaheim with a score of 28.34 compared to Anaheim's 53.18. This means that Yonkers neighborhoods are safer than 28.34% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Anaheim neighborhoods are safer than 53.18%.
• Yonkers is considered to be safer than Anaheim with a safety index of 71.66 vs Anaheim's 46.82.
• Air quality in Yonkers is good, and in Anaheim it's good.

Other things to consider for your Anaheim vs. Yonkers move

• Weather: June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Yonkers, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• 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: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New York moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New York 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 Yonkers. 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. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your 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 Yonkers

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Central City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Yonkers.

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