($1,315) Movers From Evansville, IN to Chesapeake, VA

What to know before moving from Evansville to Chesapeake

Moving from Evansville to Chesapeake comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Chesapeake is generally more expensive than Evansville, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Chesapeake are 108% higher than in Evansville, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Evansville.
  Home prices in Chesapeake are 108.4% higher than in Evansville.
• Income in Chesapeake is 5.7% higher than in Evansville, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Chesapeake include Dollar Tree, Chesapeake City Schools, and Coast Guard Exchange System.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Chesapeake, since the cost of living for a single person in Chesapeake is 19.0% higher than in Evansville. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Chesapeake is 2.6% lower than in Evansville.
• The unemployment rate in Chesapeake is 9.09% lower than in Evansville.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Chesapeake, since the city’s sales taxes in Chesapeake are 14.29% lower than in Evansville.
• State income taxes in Chesapeake are 82.54% higher than in Evansville.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,568.90 in Chesapeake to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Evansville.

How life is different in Evansville vs. Chesapeake

• Chesapeake's population is about 113% greater than Evansville.
• Chesapeake's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Evansville's higher score of 3.
• Chesapeake is less walkable than Evansville with a score of 21 out of 100 vs Evansville's 44 out of 100.
• Chesapeake has a bike-friendliness score 35 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Evansville, which has a score of 43 out of 100.
• Chesapeake's crime rate is higher than Evansville with a score of 25.0 compared to Evansville's 5.0. This means that Chesapeake neighborhoods are safer than 25.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Evansville neighborhoods are safer than 5.0%.
• Chesapeake is considered to be safer than Evansville with a safety index of 70.88 vs Evansville's 56.42.
• Air quality in Chesapeake is good, and in Evansville it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Evansville vs. Chesapeake move

• Weather: It is advisable tp plan your relocation to Chesapeake on May, October and September are the most pleasant months in Chesapeake, while July and January 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: 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 Chesapeake. 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.

Where to live in Chesapeake

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

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