($1,424) Movers From Des Moines, IA to Durham, NC

What to know before moving from Des Moines to Durham

• Rent prices in Durham are 48% higher than in Des Moines.
• Home prices in Durham are 103.7% higher than in Des Moines.
• Income in Durham is 577.5% higher than in Des Moines.
• The cost of living for a single person in Durham is 50.9% lower than in Des Moines.
• The cost of living for a family in Durham is 23.0% lower than in Des Moines.
• The unemployment rate in Durham is 30.51% lower than in Des Moines.
• Sales taxes in Durham are 7.14% higher than in Des Moines.
• State income taxes in Durham are 2.27% higher than in Des Moines.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,472.24 in Durham to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Des Moines.

How life is different in Des Moines vs. Durham

• Durham's population is about 59% less than Des Moines.
• Durham's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Des Moines's lower score of 5.
• Durham is less walkable than Des Moines with a score of 30 out of 100 vs Des Moines's 45 out of 100.
• Durham has a bike-friendliness score 38 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Des Moines, which has a score of 39 out of 100.
• Durham's crime rate is higher than Des Moines with a score of 54.72 compared to Des Moines's 5.0. This means that Durham neighborhoods are safer than 54.72% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Des Moines neighborhoods are safer than 5.0%.
• Durham is considered to be less safe than Des Moines with a score of 45.28 vs Des Moines's 57.8.
• Air quality in Durham is good, and in Des Moines it's good.

Other things to consider for your Des Moines vs. Durham move

• Weather: The climate in Durham 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 Durham. 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.

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