($1,385) Movers From Des Moines, IA to Cleveland, OH

What to know before moving from Des Moines to Cleveland

• Rent prices in Cleveland are 13% higher than in Des Moines.
• Home prices in Cleveland are 43.6% lower than in Des Moines.
• Income in Cleveland is 11.1% higher than in Des Moines.
• The cost of living for a single person in Cleveland is 39.0% lower than in Des Moines.
• The cost of living for a family in Cleveland is 8.8% lower than in Des Moines.
• The unemployment rate in Cleveland is 15.25% higher than in Des Moines.
• Sales taxes in Cleveland are 14.29% higher than in Des Moines.
• State income taxes in Cleveland are 20.45% lower than in Des Moines.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,829.19 in Cleveland 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. Cleveland

• Cleveland's population is about 47% less than Des Moines.
• Cleveland's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Des Moines's higher score of 5.
• Cleveland is more walkable than Des Moines with a score of 57 out of 100 vs Des Moines's 45 out of 100.
• With a score of 52 out of 100, Cleveland is more bike-friendly than Des Moines, which has a score of 39 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Cleveland's crime rate is higher than Des Moines with a score of 63.41 compared to Des Moines's 5.0. This means that Cleveland neighborhoods are safer than 63.41% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Des Moines neighborhoods are safer than 5.0%.
• Cleveland is considered to be less safe than Des Moines with a score of 36.59 vs Des Moines's 57.8.
• Air quality in Cleveland is moderate, and in Des Moines it's good.

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

• Weather: Cleveland has four very distinct seasons. This means that in the wintertime, you should prepare for snow and in the summer it's usually warm.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio 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 Cleveland. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 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 Cleveland

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