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What to know before moving from Baton Rouge to North Las Vegas

Moving from Baton Rouge to North Las Vegas comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since North Las Vegas is generally more expensive than Baton Rouge, 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 North Las Vegas are 52% higher than in Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge.
  Home prices in North Las Vegas are 80.9% higher than in Baton Rouge.
• Income in North Las Vegas is 11.1% higher than in Baton Rouge, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in North Las Vegas include National Security Technologies, North Vista Hospital, and Aliante Gaming.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in North Las Vegas, since the cost of living for a single person in North Las Vegas is 33.4% higher than in Baton Rouge. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to North Las Vegas, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in North Las Vegas is 26.1% higher than in Baton Rouge.
• The unemployment rate in North Las Vegas is 33.33% higher than in Baton Rouge.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in North Las Vegas, since the city’s sales taxes in North Las Vegas are 11.79% lower than in Baton Rouge.
• One perk of moving to North Las Vegas is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Baton Rouge.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,001.83 in North Las Vegas to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Baton Rouge.

How life is different in Baton Rouge vs. North Las Vegas

• The population of North Las Vegas is about 18% greater than Baton Rouge, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in North Las Vegas will be about the same as it currently is in Baton Rouge. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• North Las Vegas neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Baton Rouge. Based on its score of 34 out of 100, North Las Vegas isn’t as walkable as Baton Rouge, which has a score of 39 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• If cycling is your thing, North Las Vegas is considered more bike-friendly than Baton Rouge in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. North Las Vegas has a bike-friendliness score of 48 out of 100, while Baton Rouge is rated as 44 out of 100.
• The crime rate in North Las Vegas is higher than in Baton Rouge, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 26.0 in North Las Vegas, it is 2.0 in Baton Rouge. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in North Las Vegas than in Baton Rouge, based on North Las Vegas’s safety index of 54.9 versus 30.74 for Baton Rouge. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in North Las Vegas isn’t as good as it is in Baton Rouge, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. North Las Vegas has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Baton Rouge is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

Other things to consider for your Baton Rouge vs. North Las Vegas move

• Weather: April, October and March are the most pleasant months to move in North Las Vegas, however, July and August tend to get so hot so you might consider moving during these months.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: Movers that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Nevada moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Nevada doesn\’t require moving permits, but it\’s still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You’ll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to North Las Vegas. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Opt for Released Value Protection, the cost-free choice provided by movers, albeit with minimal coverage. Movers take responsibility for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover misplaced or damaged a valuable item like a 30-pound sculpture, you would only receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, explore alternative options with your selected moving company or consider consulting a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

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