($1,671) Movers From Portland, ME to Augusta, GA

What to know before moving from Portland to Augusta

• Rent prices in Augusta are 37% lower than in Portland.
• Home prices in Augusta are 68.8% lower than in Portland.
• Income in Augusta is 150.3% higher than in Portland.
• The cost of living for a single person in Augusta is 24.8% lower than in Portland.
• The cost of living for a family in Augusta is 36.0% lower than in Portland.
• The unemployment rate in Augusta and Portland.
• Sales taxes in Augusta are 54.55% higher than in Portland.
• State income taxes in Augusta are 5.34% lower than in Portland.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,256.92 in Augusta to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Portland.

How life is different in Portland vs. Augusta

• Augusta's population is about 195% greater than Portland.
• Augusta's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Portland's lower score of 6.
• Augusta is less walkable than Portland with a score of 22 out of 100 vs Portland's 62 out of 100.
• Augusta has a bike-friendliness score 33 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Portland, which has a score of 68 out of 100.
• Augusta's crime rate is higher than Portland with a score of 48.46 compared to Portland's 32.16. This means that Augusta neighborhoods are safer than 48.46% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Portland neighborhoods are safer than 32.16%.
• Augusta is considered to be less safe than Portland with a score of 51.54 vs Portland's 67.84.
• Air quality in Augusta is good, and in Portland it's good.

Other things to consider for your Portland vs. Augusta move

• Weather: Augusta had short, mild winters, very hot, humid summers
• 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: Moving companies in Georgia are regulated by the the Georgia Department of Public Safety (GDPS). Regulations include insurance requirements and the handling of consumer complaints. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Georgia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Georgia 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 Augusta. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness, offered by movers at no extra charge. However, it provides minimal coverage, with the mover's responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, explore other options 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 Augusta

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

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