($1,503) Movers From Des Moines, IA to Arlington, VA

What to know before moving from Des Moines to Arlington

• Rent prices in Arlington are 136% higher than in Des Moines.
• Home prices in Arlington are 321.5% higher than in Des Moines.
• Income in Arlington is 119.1% higher than in Des Moines.
• The cost of living for a single person in Arlington is 263.1% higher than in Des Moines.
• The cost of living for a family in Arlington is 173.3% higher than in Des Moines.
• The unemployment rate in Arlington is 32.20% lower than in Des Moines.
• Sales taxes in Arlington are 14.29% lower than in Des Moines.
• State income taxes in Arlington are 30.68% higher than in Des Moines.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $10,894.24 in Arlington 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. Arlington

• Arlington's population is about 66% less than Des Moines.
• Arlington's public transportation has a score of 9 out of 10 versus Des Moines's higher score of 5.
• Arlington is more walkable than Des Moines with a score of 71 out of 100 vs Des Moines's 45 out of 100.
• With a score of 72 out of 100, Arlington 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.
• Arlington's crime rate is higher than Des Moines with a score of 15.67 compared to Des Moines's 5.0. This means that Arlington neighborhoods are safer than 15.67% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Des Moines neighborhoods are safer than 5.0%.
• Arlington is considered to be safer than Des Moines with a safety index of 79.15 vs Des Moines's 57.8.
• Air quality in Arlington is good, and in Des Moines it's good.

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

• Weather: Arlington has hot humid summers, mild to moderately cold winters, and pleasant spring and fall seasons.
• 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: In addition to filing tariffs and complying with insurance, bond, and highway safety requirements, all intrastate moving companies in Virginia must have a certificate from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (VaDMV). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Virginia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Virginia 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 Arlington. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Virginia, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no additional cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. For increased protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Alternatively, explore third-party insurance providers for personalized plans. It's essential to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Virginia.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

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