($1,525) Movers From Grand Rapids, MI to Cape Coral, FL

What to know before moving from Grand Rapids to Cape Coral

• Rent prices in Cape Coral are 28% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• Home prices in Cape Coral are 10.9% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• Income in Cape Coral is 3.1% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a single person in Cape Coral is 23.3% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a family in Cape Coral is 52.3% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• The unemployment rate in Cape Coral is 6.98% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• Sales taxes in Cape Coral are 8.33% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• State income taxes in Cape Coral are 100.00% lower than in Grand Rapids.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,699.10 in Cape Coral to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Grand Rapids.

How life is different in Grand Rapids vs. Cape Coral

• Cape Coral's population is about 9% greater than Grand Rapids.
• Cape Coral's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Grand Rapids's lower score of 6.
• Cape Coral is less walkable than Grand Rapids with a score of 17 out of 100 vs Grand Rapids's 56 out of 100.
• Cape Coral has a bike-friendliness score 37 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Grand Rapids, which has a score of 52 out of 100.
• Cape Coral's crime rate is lower than Grand Rapids with a score of 19.41 compared to Grand Rapids's 44.23. This means that Cape Coral neighborhoods are safer than 19.41% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Grand Rapids neighborhoods are safer than 44.23%.
• Cape Coral is considered to be safer than Grand Rapids with a safety index of 80.59 vs Grand Rapids's 55.77.
• Air quality in Cape Coral is good, and in Grand Rapids it's good.

Other things to consider for your Grand Rapids vs. Cape Coral move

• Weather: Cape Coral averages 355 days of sunshine each year, but experiences precipitation on 145 days per year. While the summers are very warm, humid, and rainy, the winters in Cape Coral are dry with moderate temperatures.
• 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: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Florida 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 Cape Coral. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Cape Coral

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Waterfront Wonderland", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Cape Coral.

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