($1,552) Movers From Stockton, CA to Nashville, TN

What to know before moving from Stockton to Nashville

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

Check out how Stockton compares to Nashville so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Nashville are 11% higher than in Stockton, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Nashville.
  Home prices in Nashville are 2.0% lower than in Stockton.
• Income in Nashville is 23.6% higher than in Stockton, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Nashville include HCA Healthcare, Access Control Systems, and Bridgestone.
• The cost of living for a single person in Nashville is 17.5% lower than in Stockton. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Nashville, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Nashville is 24.0% higher than in Stockton.
• The unemployment rate in Nashville is 56.31% lower than in Stockton.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Nashville, since the city’s sales taxes in Nashville are 8.33% higher than in Stockton.
• One perk of moving to Nashville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Stockton.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,475.18 in Nashville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Stockton.

How life is different in Stockton vs. Nashville

• The population of Nashville is about 115% greater than Stockton, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Nashville will be about the same as it currently is in Stockton. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Living in Nashville means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Stockton. Nashville is considered more walkable than Stockton, with a score of 96 out of 100 versus 44 out of 100 in Stockton. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Nashville is considered more bike-friendly than Stockton in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Nashville has a bike-friendliness score of 72 out of 100, while Stockton is rated as 52 out of 100.
• Nashville has a lower crime rate than Stockton based on scores of 49.1 and Stockton's 75.2, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Nashville than in Stockton, based on Nashville’s safety index of 50.9 versus 24.8 for Stockton. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Nashville and Stockton is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Stockton vs. Nashville move

• Weather: Nashville has humid summers and generally cool winters typical of the Upper South. Spring and fall are prone to severe thunderstorms, which may bring tornadoes, large hail, flash floods, and damaging wind. Be sure to check your weather app before your move to avoid inclement weather.
• 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Tennessee 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 Nashville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.When it comes to movers' insurance in Tennessee, most moving companies offer Released Value Protection at no extra charge. This basic coverage extends to 60 cents per pound per item. For increased protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Additionally, exploring third-party insurance providers is a viable choice for tailored plans. Prioritize understanding coverage limits, potential extra costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Tennessee.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

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