($1,338) Movers From Grand Rapids, MI to Evansville, IN

What to know before moving from Grand Rapids to Evansville

• Rent prices in Evansville are 48% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• Home prices in Evansville are 45.1% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• Income in Evansville is 5.1% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a single person in Evansville is 53.9% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a family in Evansville is 5.2% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• The unemployment rate in Evansville is 27.91% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• Sales taxes in Evansville are 16.67% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• State income taxes in Evansville are 25.88% lower than in Grand Rapids.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,382.46 in Evansville 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. Evansville

• Evansville's population is about 41% less than Grand Rapids.
• Evansville's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Grand Rapids's lower score of 6.
• Evansville is less walkable than Grand Rapids with a score of 44 out of 100 vs Grand Rapids's 56 out of 100.
• Evansville has a bike-friendliness score 43 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.
• Evansville's crime rate is lower than Grand Rapids with a score of 5.0 compared to Grand Rapids's 44.23. This means that Evansville neighborhoods are safer than 5.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Grand Rapids neighborhoods are safer than 44.23%.
• Evansville is considered to be safer than Grand Rapids with a safety index of 56.42 vs Grand Rapids's 55.77.
• Air quality in Evansville is moderate, and in Grand Rapids it's good.

Other things to consider for your Grand Rapids vs. Evansville move

• Weather: September, May and October are the months favorable for a move to Evansville as these months have a favorable dry weather without extreme heat.
• 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: The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) regulate movers operating within Indiana and issue moving companies Indiana Households Goods Carriers Numbers. Check to make sure prospective movers have one and that it’s up to date. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Indiana moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Indiana 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 Evansville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection – a budget-friendly choice with no extra cost from movers, though coverage is limited to 60 cents per pound. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, reimbursement is just $15. To ensure coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Evansville

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Eville", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Evansville.

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