($1,670) Movers From San Jose, CA to Arlington, VA

What to know before moving from San Jose to Arlington

• Rent prices in Arlington are 12% lower than in San Jose.
• Home prices in Arlington are 44.2% lower than in San Jose.
• Income in Arlington is 53.6% higher than in San Jose.
• The cost of living for a single person in Arlington is 86.9% higher than in San Jose.
• The cost of living for a family in Arlington is 43.3% higher than in San Jose.
• The unemployment rate in Arlington is 39.39% lower than in San Jose.
• Sales taxes in Arlington are 36.03% lower than in San Jose.
• State income taxes in Arlington are 56.77% lower than in San Jose.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,607.24 in Arlington to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in San Jose.

How life is different in San Jose vs. Arlington

• Arlington's population is about 75% less than San Jose.
• Arlington's public transportation has a score of 9 out of 10 versus San Jose's higher score of 7.
• Arlington is more walkable than San Jose with a score of 71 out of 100 vs San Jose's 51 out of 100.
• With a score of 72 out of 100, Arlington is more bike-friendly than San Jose, which has a score of 62 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Arlington's crime rate is lower than San Jose with a score of 15.67 compared to San Jose's 47.73. This means that Arlington neighborhoods are safer than 15.67% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Jose neighborhoods are safer than 47.73%.
• Arlington is considered to be safer than San Jose with a safety index of 79.15 vs San Jose's 52.27.
• Air quality in Arlington is good, and in San Jose it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your San Jose vs. Arlington move

• Weather: Arlington has hot humid summers, mild to moderately cold winters, and pleasant spring and fall seasons.
• 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: In addition to filing tariffs and complying with insurance, bond, and highway safety requirements, all intrastate moving companies in Virginia must have a certificate from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (VaDMV). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Virginia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Virginia 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 Arlington. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Virginia, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no additional cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. For increased protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Alternatively, explore third-party insurance providers for personalized plans. It's essential to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Virginia.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Arlington

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