($1,246) Movers From St. Petersburg, FL to Arkansas

Factors influencing moving costs from St. Petersburg to Arkansas

The cost of St. Petersburg movers will depend on:

• Move size: The amount of items you have — as well as your home size and layout — will impact the total cost of your relocation.
• Time of year: Summer is peak moving season in St. Petersburg, so moving companies will likely charge more.
• DIY vs. professional mover: DIY moving services are usually cheaper but involve more work and stress compared to hiring the pros.

What to know before moving from St. Petersburg, FL, to Arkansas

If you’re moving to Arkansas from St. Petersburg, FL, you’ll want to compare what life will be like.

Compare cost of living: St. Petersburg vs. Arkansas

• Rent is about 84% less expensive in Arkansas than in St. Petersburg.
• Home prices are about 38.9% lower in Arkansas than in St. Petersburg.
• The average income is about 11.8% lower in Arkansas than in St. Petersburg.
• Arkansas has a lower unemployment rate than St. Petersburg by about 79.3%.
• Income taxes are 2.00% higher in Arkansas than in St. Petersburg.

How life is different in St. Petersburg, FL, from Arkansas

• The population of Arkansas is approximately 1,083% greater than the population of St. Petersburg.
• In the last presidential election, Arkansas voted Republican and St. Petersburg voted Democratic.
• The average high in the summertime in Arkansas is 91º F and in St. Petersburg, it’s 90º F.
• During the coldest part of the year, Arkansas reaches the temperature of 28º F and St. Petersburg gets down to 53º F.
• You can expect about 50 inches of annual rainfall in Arkansas vs. 51 inches of rainfall in St. Petersburg.
• In Arkansas, it snows about 4 inches annually vs. 0 inches of snow in St. Petersburg.

Other considerations when moving to Arkansas from St. Petersburg

• Weather: Arkansas has hot, humid summers and slightly drier, mild to cool winters. Arkansas is known for extreme weather and frequent storms. A typical year brings thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail, snow, and ice storms. Between both the Great Plains and the Gulf States, Arkansas receives around 60 days of thunderstorms. Movers should check their local weather station to make sure they are not being caught in any of these storms..
• 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: Before providing in-state household goods relocation services, Arkansas moving companies must be issued an Intrastate Authority Permit from the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arkansas moving license and its status on the state regulator's official website.
• Moving permits: Arkansas 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 Arkansas. Get started here.
• Moving insurance: Every state has their own requirements when it comes to insurance. Released Value Protection, offered by movers at no extra cost, is the most economical option, albeit with minimal coverage. The mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, the reimbursement would be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure full coverage of your items' value, explore alternative options with your moving company or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Peace of mind is priceless. Our moving checklist will help you know you’ve got everything covered.

Things to do in Arkansas

Whether you’re looking for parks, museums, sports, or even universities, you’ll be happy to find a plethora of these in Arkansas.

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