($1,327) Movers From Hialeah, FL to San Bernardino, CA

What to know before moving from Hialeah to San Bernardino

Moving from Hialeah to San Bernardino means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Hialeah than in San Bernardino, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Hialeah compares to San Bernardino so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in San Bernardino are 29% lower than in Hialeah, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Hialeah.
  Home prices in San Bernardino are 6.8% higher than in Hialeah.
• Income in San Bernardino is 28.2% higher than in Hialeah, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in San Bernardino include Stater Bros. Markets, Moss Bros., and EMQ Children & Family Services.
• The cost of living for a single person in San Bernardino is 19.8% lower than in Hialeah. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in San Bernardino is 29.2% lower than in Hialeah.
• The unemployment rate in San Bernardino is 19.10% higher than in Hialeah.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in San Bernardino, since the city’s sales taxes in San Bernardino are 25.00% higher than in Hialeah.
• State income taxes in San Bernardino are 13.30% higher than in Hialeah.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,405.15 in San Bernardino to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Hialeah.

How life is different in Hialeah vs. San Bernardino

• San Bernardino and Hialeah have roughly the same population, which could make adjusting to your new life in California easier.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in San Bernardino will be about the same as it currently is in Hialeah. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• San Bernardino neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Hialeah. Based on its score of 45 out of 100, San Bernardino isn’t as walkable as Hialeah, which has a score of 68 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in San Bernardino, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Hialeah. While Hialeah has a bike-friendliness score of 51 out of 100, San Bernardino earned a 44. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in San Bernardino is higher than in Hialeah, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 73.87 in San Bernardino, it is 45.77 in Hialeah. 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 San Bernardino. With a crime index of 26.13, San Bernardino ranks lower in overall safety than Hialeah, whose index is Hialeah's 54.23. 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.
• The air quality in San Bernardino isn’t as good as it is in Hialeah, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. San Bernardino has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Hialeah is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

Other things to consider for your Hialeah vs. San Bernardino move

• Weather: San Berardino has mild winters and hot, dry summers. Relative to other areas in Southern California, winters are colder, with frost and with chilly to cold morning temperatures common.
• 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 San Bernardino. 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.

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