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What to know before moving from Ontario to Cleveland

Moving from Ontario to Cleveland comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Cleveland is generally more expensive than Ontario, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Cleveland are 51% lower than in Ontario, 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 Cleveland.
  Home prices in Cleveland are 83.8% lower than in Ontario.
• Income in Cleveland is 9.7% lower than in Ontario, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Cleveland include Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, and United States Federal Government.
• The cost of living for a single person is the same in Cleveland and Ontario. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Cleveland, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Cleveland is 16.2% higher than in Ontario.
• The unemployment rate in Cleveland is 1.45% lower than in Ontario.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Cleveland, since the city’s sales taxes in Cleveland are 8.57% lower than in Ontario.
• One perk of moving to Cleveland is paying less in state income taxes, which are 73.68% lower than in Ontario.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,020.62 in Cleveland to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Ontario.

How life is different in Ontario vs. Cleveland

• Cleveland's population is about 113% greater than Ontario.
• Cleveland's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Ontario's lower score of 5.
• Cleveland is more walkable than Ontario with a score of 57 out of 100 vs Ontario's 48 out of 100.
• With a score of 52 out of 100, Cleveland is more bike-friendly than Ontario, which has a score of 46 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Cleveland's crime rate is higher than Ontario with a score of 63.41 compared to Ontario's 50.25. This means that Cleveland neighborhoods are safer than 63.41% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Ontario neighborhoods are safer than 50.25%.
• Cleveland is considered to be less safe than Ontario with a score of 36.59 vs Ontario's 49.75.
• Air quality in Cleveland is moderate, and in Ontario it's good.

Other things to consider for your Ontario vs. Cleveland move

• Weather: Cleveland has four very distinct seasons. This means that in the wintertime, you should prepare for snow and in the summer it's usually warm.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio 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 Cleveland. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 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 Cleveland

Now that you've decided to make the move to "America's North Coast", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Cleveland.

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