($1,437) Movers From Detroit, MI to Augusta, GA

What to know before moving from Detroit to Augusta

• Rent prices are the same in Augusta and Detroit.
• Home prices in Augusta are 131.1% higher than in Detroit.
• Income in Augusta is 325.3% higher than in Detroit.
• The cost of living for a single person in Augusta is 59.5% higher than in Detroit.
• The cost of living for a family in Augusta is 6.4% lower than in Detroit.
• The unemployment rate in Augusta is 42.60% lower than in Detroit.
• Sales taxes in Augusta are 41.67% higher than in Detroit.
• State income taxes in Augusta are 29.18% higher than in Detroit.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,784.68 in Augusta to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Detroit.

How life is different in Detroit vs. Augusta

• Augusta's population is about 68% less than Detroit.
• Augusta's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Detroit's lower score of 7.
• Augusta is less walkable than Detroit with a score of 22 out of 100 vs Detroit's 51 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 Detroit, which has a score of 52 out of 100.
• Augusta's crime rate is lower than Detroit with a score of 48.46 compared to Detroit's 72.92. This means that Augusta neighborhoods are safer than 48.46% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Detroit neighborhoods are safer than 72.92%.
• Augusta is considered to be safer than Detroit with a safety index of 51.54 vs Detroit's 27.08.
• Air quality in Augusta is good, and in Detroit it's good.

Other things to consider for your Detroit 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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