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What to know before moving from Miami to Ontario

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

Check out how Miami compares to Ontario so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Ontario are 12% lower than in Miami, 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 Miami.
  Home prices in Ontario are 15.2% higher than in Miami.
• Income in Ontario is 31.1% higher than in Miami, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Ontario include Prime Healthcare, Niagara Bottling, and Gold Star Foods.
• The cost of living for a single person in Ontario is 20.3% lower than in Miami. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Ontario is 22.2% lower than in Miami.
• The unemployment rate in Ontario is 16.87% lower than in Miami.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Ontario, since the city’s sales taxes in Ontario are 25.00% higher than in Miami.
• State income taxes in Ontario are 13.30% higher than in Miami.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,390.91 in Ontario to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Miami.

How life is different in Miami vs. Ontario

• Ontario might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 60% less than Miami.
• Getting around Ontario without a car might be more difficult than in Miami. Ontario has a public transportation score of 5 out of 10, whereas Miami is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Ontario neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Miami. Based on its score of 48 out of 100, Ontario isn’t as walkable as Miami, which has a score of 77 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 Ontario, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Miami. While Miami has a bike-friendliness score of 64 out of 100, Ontario earned a 46. 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.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Ontario as Miami. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Ontario is generally as safe as Miami, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Ontario and Miami is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Miami vs. Ontario move

• Weather: Ontario with hot summers and mild winters.
• 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 Ontario. 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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