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What to know before moving from Cape Coral to Buffalo

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

Check out how Cape Coral compares to Buffalo so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Buffalo are 43% lower than in Cape Coral, 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 Buffalo.
  Home prices in Buffalo are 41.4% lower than in Cape Coral.
• Income in Buffalo is 2.8% lower than in Cape Coral, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Buffalo include UBS, Delaware North, and Human.
• The cost of living for a single person in Buffalo is 38.8% lower than in Cape Coral. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Buffalo is 5.1% lower than in Cape Coral.
• The unemployment rate in Buffalo is 106.52% higher than in Cape Coral.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Buffalo, since the city’s sales taxes in Buffalo are 34.62% higher than in Cape Coral.
• State income taxes in Buffalo are 10.90% higher than in Cape Coral.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,834.87 in Buffalo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Cape Coral.

How life is different in Cape Coral vs. Buffalo

• Buffalo's population is about 28% greater than Cape Coral.
• Buffalo's public transportation has a score of 7 out of 10 versus Cape Coral's lower score of 2.
• Buffalo is more walkable than Cape Coral with a score of 67 out of 100 vs Cape Coral's 17 out of 100.
• With a score of 63 out of 100, Buffalo is more bike-friendly than Cape Coral, which has a score of 37 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Buffalo's crime rate is lower than Cape Coral with a score of 8.0 compared to Cape Coral's 19.41. This means that Buffalo neighborhoods are safer than 8.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Cape Coral neighborhoods are safer than 19.41%.
• Buffalo is considered to be less safe than Cape Coral with a score of 53.55 vs Cape Coral's 80.59.
• Air quality in Buffalo is moderate, and in Cape Coral it's good.

Other things to consider for your Cape Coral vs. Buffalo move

• Weather: Best months to move to Buffalo are August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Buffalo, while January and December are the least comfortable months due to extreme winter weather.
• 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: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New York moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New York 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 Buffalo. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

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