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What to know before moving from Augusta to Santa Clarita

Moving from Augusta to Santa Clarita comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Santa Clarita is generally more expensive than Augusta, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Santa Clarita are 164% higher than in Augusta, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Augusta.
  Home prices in Santa Clarita are 376.1% higher than in Augusta.
• Income in Santa Clarita is 33.9% lower than in Augusta, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Santa Clarita include Princess Cruises, Wesco Aircraft, and Scorpion.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Santa Clarita, since the cost of living for a single person in Santa Clarita is 75.6% higher than in Augusta. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Santa Clarita, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Santa Clarita is 73.2% higher than in Augusta.
• The unemployment rate in Santa Clarita is 84.62% higher than in Augusta.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Santa Clarita, since the city’s sales taxes in Santa Clarita are 11.76% higher than in Augusta.
• State income taxes in Santa Clarita are 142.26% higher than in Augusta.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,266.81 in Santa Clarita to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Augusta.

How life is different in Augusta vs. Santa Clarita

• The population of Santa Clarita is about 13% greater than Augusta, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Santa Clarita offers better access to buses and trains than Augusta, based on public transportation ratings. Santa Clarita has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 2 in Augusta. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Santa Clarita means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Augusta. Santa Clarita is considered more walkable than Augusta, with a score of 35 out of 100 versus 22 out of 100 in Augusta. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• Santa Clarita and Augusta are similarly bike-friendly based on their rating of 33. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• Santa Clarita has a lower crime rate than Augusta based on scores of 35.92 and Augusta's 48.46, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Santa Clarita than in Augusta, based on Santa Clarita’s safety index of 64.08 versus 51.54 for Augusta. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Santa Clarita isn’t as good as it is in Augusta, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. Santa Clarita has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Augusta 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 Augusta vs. Santa Clarita move

• Weather: Santa Clarita experiences hot, very dry summers and cool winters with moderate precipitation.
• 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 Santa Clarita. 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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