($1,336) Movers From Wilmington, DE to Gainesville, FL

What to know before moving from Wilmington to Gainesville

• Rent prices in Gainesville are 12% lower than in Wilmington.
• Home prices in Gainesville are 6.4% lower than in Wilmington.
• Income in Gainesville is 19.6% higher than in Wilmington.
• The cost of living for a single person in Gainesville is 51.1% lower than in Wilmington.
• The cost of living for a family in Gainesville is 19.7% lower than in Wilmington.
• The unemployment rate in Gainesville is 57.28% lower than in Wilmington.
• Sales taxes in Gainesville are 7.00% higher than in Wilmington.
• State income taxes in Gainesville are 100.00% lower than in Wilmington.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,466.46 in Gainesville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Wilmington.

How life is different in Wilmington vs. Gainesville

• Gainesville's population is about 99% greater than Wilmington.
• Gainesville's public transportation has a similar score to Wilmington.
• Gainesville is less walkable than Wilmington with a score of 37 out of 100 vs Wilmington's 74 out of 100.
• With a score of 69 out of 100, Gainesville is more bike-friendly than Wilmington, which has a score of 52 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Gainesville's crime rate is lower than Wilmington with a score of 8.0 compared to Wilmington's 67.32. This means that Gainesville neighborhoods are safer than 8.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Wilmington neighborhoods are safer than 67.32%.
• Gainesville is considered to be safer than Wilmington with a safety index of 52.61 vs Wilmington's 32.68.
• Air quality in Gainesville is good, and in Wilmington it's good.

Other things to consider for your Wilmington vs. Gainesville move

• Weather: April, November and October are the most pleasant months in Gainesville, while August and July are the least comfortable months.
• 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 Gainesville. 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.

Where to live in Gainesville

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

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