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What to know before moving from Colorado Springs to Tampa

Moving from Colorado Springs to Tampa comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Tampa is generally more expensive than Colorado Springs, 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 Tampa are 7% higher than in Colorado Springs, 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 Tampa.
  Home prices in Tampa are 17.5% lower than in Colorado Springs.
• Income in Tampa is 15.5% lower than in Colorado Springs, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tampa include Bloomin' Brands, Sykes Enterprises, and OSI Restaurant Partners.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Tampa, since the cost of living for a single person in Tampa is 5.0% higher than in Colorado Springs. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Tampa, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Tampa is 14.6% higher than in Colorado Springs.
• The unemployment rate in Tampa is 26.47% lower than in Colorado Springs.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Tampa, since the city’s sales taxes in Tampa are 20.73% lower than in Colorado Springs.
• One perk of moving to Tampa is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Colorado Springs.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,150.10 in Tampa 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. Tampa

• Tampa might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 16% less than Colorado Springs.
• Tampa offers better access to buses and trains than Colorado Springs, based on public transportation ratings. Tampa has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 3 in Colorado Springs. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Tampa means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Colorado Springs. Tampa is considered more walkable than Colorado Springs, with a score of 51 out of 100 versus 36 out of 100 in Colorado Springs. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Tampa is considered more bike-friendly than Colorado Springs in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Tampa has a bike-friendliness score of 51 out of 100, while Colorado Springs is rated as 45 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Tampa is higher than in Colorado Springs, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 46.15 in Tampa, it is 41.94 in Colorado Springs. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Tampa. With a crime index of 53.85, Tampa ranks lower in overall safety than Colorado Springs, whose index is Colorado Springs's 58.06. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Tampa has better air quality than in Colorado Springs. Tampa has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Colorado Springs. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

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

• Weather: Tampa's climate generally features hot and humid summers with frequent thunderstorms and dry and mild winters. Tampa seldom feels major effects from tropical storms or hurricanes.
• 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: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Florida 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 Tampa. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

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