($1,045) Movers From Washington DC, MD to Raleigh, NC

What to know before moving from Washington DC to Raleigh

• Rent prices in Raleigh are 30% lower than in Washington DC.
• Home prices in Raleigh are 27.3% lower than in Washington DC.
• Income in Raleigh is 97.5% lower than in Washington DC.
• The cost of living for a single person in Raleigh is 326.8% higher than in Washington DC.
• The cost of living for a family in Raleigh is 17.2% higher than in Washington DC.
• The unemployment rate in Raleigh is 38.57% lower than in Washington DC.
• Sales taxes in Raleigh are 20.83% higher than in Washington DC.
• State income taxes in Raleigh are 21.74% lower than in Washington DC.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $12,802.67 in Raleigh to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Washington DC.

How life is different in Washington DC vs. Raleigh

• Raleigh's population is about 34% less than Washington DC.
• Raleigh's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Washington DC's lower score of 9.
• Raleigh is less walkable than Washington DC with a score of 31 out of 100 vs Washington DC's 77 out of 100.
• Raleigh has a bike-friendliness score 39 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Washington DC, which has a score of 70 out of 100.
• Raleigh's crime rate is lower than Washington DC with a score of 38.87 compared to Washington DC's 60.37. This means that Raleigh neighborhoods are safer than 38.87% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Washington DC neighborhoods are safer than 60.37%.
• Raleigh is considered to be safer than Washington DC with a safety index of 60.13 vs Washington DC's 39.63.
• Air quality in Raleigh is moderate, and in Washington DC it's good.

Other things to consider for your Washington DC vs. Raleigh move

• Weather: The climate in Raleigh is unlikely to affect your move. However, some days in the winter, the roads may become icy which causes traffic issues.
• 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: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Carolina 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 Raleigh. 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, with responsibility limited to 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 Raleigh

Now that you've decided to make the move to "City of Oaks", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Raleigh.

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