($1,627) Movers From Moreno Valley, CA to Philadelphia, PA

What to know before moving from Moreno Valley to Philadelphia

• Rent prices in Philadelphia are 34% lower than in Moreno Valley.
• Home prices in Philadelphia are 60.5% lower than in Moreno Valley.
• Income in Philadelphia is 3.9% lower than in Moreno Valley.
• The cost of living for a single person in Philadelphia is 2.7% lower than in Moreno Valley.
• The cost of living for a family in Philadelphia is 4.5% higher than in Moreno Valley.
• The unemployment rate in Philadelphia is 16.48% higher than in Moreno Valley.
• Sales taxes in Philadelphia are 3.23% higher than in Moreno Valley.
• State income taxes in Philadelphia are 76.92% lower than in Moreno Valley.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,919.57 in Philadelphia to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Moreno Valley.

How life is different in Moreno Valley vs. Philadelphia

• Philadelphia's population is about 669% greater than Moreno Valley.
• Philadelphia's public transportation has a score of 9 out of 10 versus Moreno Valley's higher score of 4.
• Philadelphia is more walkable than Moreno Valley with a score of 75 out of 100 vs Moreno Valley's 33 out of 100.
• With a score of 67 out of 100, Philadelphia is more bike-friendly than Moreno Valley, which has a score of 37 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Philadelphia's crime rate is higher than Moreno Valley with a score of 66.09 compared to Moreno Valley's 40.24. This means that Philadelphia neighborhoods are safer than 66.09% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Moreno Valley neighborhoods are safer than 40.24%.
• Philadelphia is considered to be less safe than Moreno Valley with a score of 33.91 vs Moreno Valley's 59.76.
• Air quality in Philadelphia is good, and in Moreno Valley it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Moreno Valley vs. Philadelphia move

• Weather: Philadelphia has hot and muggy summers and the fall and spring are generally mild, and winter is moderately cold. If you are planning a summer move make sure to check the weather to avoid overall humid and hot days,
• 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 decades movers In Pennsylvania were regulated by the Public Utility Commission (PUC). Each company was issued a PUC Number and was required to abide by a universal publicly published tariff that established the rates movers could charge for various services. Now, some sources claim that the PUC no longer regulates in-state movers, and it appears as though the PUC’s website is no longer functioning. So if you’re moving within Pennsylvania, you’ll want to address these issues with your moving company representative and if possible, contact the state directly. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Pennsylvania moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Pennsylvania, movers typically offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For more comprehensive coverage, inquire about Full Value Protection with the moving company, or explore third-party insurance options for tailored plans. Consider coverage limits, additional costs, and reviews before making a decision.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

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