($1,287) Movers From Columbus, GA to Greensboro, NC

What to know before moving from Columbus to Greensboro

• Rent prices in Greensboro are 27% higher than in Columbus.
• Home prices in Greensboro are 60.4% higher than in Columbus.
• Income in Greensboro is 23.9% higher than in Columbus.
• The cost of living for a single person in Greensboro is 54.4% lower than in Columbus.
• The cost of living for a family in Greensboro is 13.8% lower than in Columbus.
• The unemployment rate in Greensboro is 5.66% higher than in Columbus.
• Sales taxes in Greensboro are 25.00% lower than in Columbus.
• State income taxes in Greensboro are 18.03% lower than in Columbus.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,366.98 in Greensboro to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Columbus.

How life is different in Columbus vs. Greensboro

• Greensboro's population is about 45% greater than Columbus.
• Greensboro's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Columbus's higher score of 2.
• Greensboro is more walkable than Columbus with a score of 29 out of 100 vs Columbus's 25 out of 100.
• With a score of 32 out of 100, Greensboro is more bike-friendly than Columbus, which has a score of 31 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Greensboro's crime rate is lower than Columbus with a score of 45.91 compared to Columbus's 72.18. This means that Greensboro neighborhoods are safer than 45.91% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Columbus neighborhoods are safer than 72.18%.
• Greensboro is considered to be safer than Columbus with a safety index of 54.09 vs Columbus's 27.82.
• Air quality in Greensboro is good, and in Columbus it's good.

Other things to consider for your Columbus vs. Greensboro move

• Weather: The climate in Greensboro is unlikely to affect your move. However, some days in the winter, the roads may become icy which causes traffic issues.
• 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: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Carolina 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 Greensboro. 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, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen 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.

Where to live in Greensboro

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Gate City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Greensboro.

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