($1,441) Movers From Des Moines, IA to Yonkers, NY

What to know before moving from Des Moines to Yonkers

• Rent prices in Yonkers are 135% higher than in Des Moines.
• Home prices in Yonkers are 233.9% higher than in Des Moines.
• Income in Yonkers is 32.0% higher than in Des Moines.
• The cost of living for a single person in Yonkers is 61.3% higher than in Des Moines.
• The cost of living for a family in Yonkers is 51.1% higher than in Des Moines.
• The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 28.81% higher than in Des Moines.
• Sales taxes in Yonkers are 26.86% higher than in Des Moines.
• State income taxes in Yonkers are 147.73% higher than in Des Moines.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,838.71 in Yonkers 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. Yonkers

• Yonkers's population is about 70% less than Des Moines.
• Yonkers's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Des Moines's higher score of 5.
• Yonkers is more walkable than Des Moines with a score of 69 out of 100 vs Des Moines's 45 out of 100.
• Yonkers has a bike-friendliness score 37 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.
• Yonkers's crime rate is higher than Des Moines with a score of 28.34 compared to Des Moines's 5.0. This means that Yonkers neighborhoods are safer than 28.34% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Des Moines neighborhoods are safer than 5.0%.
• Yonkers is considered to be safer than Des Moines with a safety index of 71.66 vs Des Moines's 57.8.
• Air quality in Yonkers is good, and in Des Moines it's good.

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

• Weather: June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Yonkers, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• 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 Yonkers. 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.

Where to live in Yonkers

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

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