($1,528) Movers From Lansing, MI to Greensboro, NC

What to know before moving from Lansing to Greensboro

• Rent prices in Greensboro are 24% higher than in Lansing.
• Home prices in Greensboro are 70.5% higher than in Lansing.
• Income in Greensboro is 3.3% lower than in Lansing.
• The cost of living for a single person in Greensboro is 41.7% lower than in Lansing.
• The cost of living for a family in Greensboro is 21.3% lower than in Lansing.
• The unemployment rate in Greensboro is 24.32% lower than in Lansing.
• Sales taxes in Greensboro are 12.50% higher than in Lansing.
• State income taxes in Greensboro are 5.88% higher than in Lansing.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,749.22 in Greensboro to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Lansing.

How life is different in Lansing vs. Greensboro

• Greensboro's population is about 165% greater than Lansing.
• Greensboro's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Lansing's lower score of 5.
• Greensboro is less walkable than Lansing with a score of 29 out of 100 vs Lansing's 46 out of 100.
• Greensboro has a bike-friendliness score 32 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Lansing, which has a score of 55 out of 100.
• Greensboro's crime rate is lower than Lansing with a score of 45.91 compared to Lansing's 48.66. This means that Greensboro neighborhoods are safer than 45.91% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Lansing neighborhoods are safer than 48.66%.
• Greensboro is considered to be safer than Lansing with a safety index of 54.09 vs Lansing's 51.34.
• Air quality in Greensboro is good, and in Lansing it's good.

Other things to consider for your Lansing vs. Greensboro move

• Weather: The climate in Greensboro 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 Greensboro. 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 Greensboro

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Gate City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Greensboro.

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