($1,541) Movers From Los Angeles, CA to Albany, NY

What to know before moving from Los Angeles to Albany

• Rent prices in Albany are 51% lower than in Los Angeles.
• Home prices in Albany are 88.1% lower than in Los Angeles.
• Income in Albany is 11.3% lower than in Los Angeles.
• The cost of living for a single person in Albany is 36.5% higher than in Los Angeles.
• The cost of living for a family in Albany is 11.8% lower than in Los Angeles.
• The unemployment rate in Albany is 33.02% lower than in Los Angeles.
• Sales taxes in Albany are 15.79% lower than in Los Angeles.
• State income taxes in Albany are 18.05% lower than in Los Angeles.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,096.29 in Albany 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. Albany

• Albany's population is about 97% less than Los Angeles.
• Albany's public transportation has a similar score to Los Angeles.
• Albany is less walkable than Los Angeles with a score of 65 out of 100 vs Los Angeles's 69 out of 100.
• Albany has a bike-friendliness score 55 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.
• Albany's crime rate is lower than Los Angeles with a score of 10.0 compared to Los Angeles's 53.81. This means that Albany neighborhoods are safer than 10.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Los Angeles neighborhoods are safer than 53.81%.
• Albany is considered to be safer than Los Angeles with a safety index of 49.65 vs Los Angeles's 46.19.
• Air quality in Albany is good, and in Los Angeles it's moderate.

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

• Weather: August, June and July are the best months to consider moving into Albany as weather during these months are very favorable. During October to January, Albany experiences a cold weather where it can get snow and rain and could be colder than the rest of the New York States.
• 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 Albany. 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 Albany

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Smallbany", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Albany.

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