($1,497) Movers From Colorado Springs, CO to Anaheim, CA

What to know before moving from Colorado Springs to Anaheim

• Rent prices in Anaheim are 42% higher than in Colorado Springs.
• Home prices in Anaheim are 105.5% higher than in Colorado Springs.
• Income in Anaheim is 12.0% higher than in Colorado Springs.
• The cost of living for a single person in Anaheim is 337.5% higher than in Colorado Springs.
• The cost of living for a family in Anaheim is 153.6% higher than in Colorado Springs.
• The unemployment rate in Anaheim is 39.71% lower than in Colorado Springs.
• Sales taxes in Anaheim are 5.49% lower than in Colorado Springs.
• State income taxes in Anaheim are 142.26% higher than in Colorado Springs.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $13,124.40 in Anaheim to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Colorado Springs.

How life is different in Colorado Springs vs. Anaheim

• Anaheim's population is about 28% less than Colorado Springs.
• Anaheim's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus Colorado Springs's higher score of 3.
• Anaheim is more walkable than Colorado Springs with a score of 56 out of 100 vs Colorado Springs's 36 out of 100.
• With a score of 52 out of 100, Anaheim is more bike-friendly than Colorado Springs, which has a score of 45 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Anaheim's crime rate is higher than Colorado Springs with a score of 53.18 compared to Colorado Springs's 41.94. This means that Anaheim neighborhoods are safer than 53.18% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Colorado Springs neighborhoods are safer than 41.94%.
• Anaheim is considered to be less safe than Colorado Springs with a score of 46.82 vs Colorado Springs's 58.06.
• Air quality in Anaheim is good, and in Colorado Springs it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Colorado Springs vs. Anaheim move

• Weather: Anaheim has warm winters with erratic heavy rainfalls, and hot, essentially rainless summer
• 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: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a California moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: California 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 Anaheim. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Anaheim

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

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