($1,233) Movers From Grand Rapids, MI to Cincinnati, OH

What to know before moving from Grand Rapids to Cincinnati

• Rent prices in Cincinnati are 13% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• Home prices in Cincinnati are 29.1% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• Income in Cincinnati is 3.8% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a single person in Cincinnati is 71.5% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a family in Cincinnati is 11.0% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• The unemployment rate in Cincinnati is 13.95% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• Sales taxes in Cincinnati are 8.33% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• State income taxes in Cincinnati are 17.65% lower than in Grand Rapids.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $855.52 in Cincinnati 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. Cincinnati

• Cincinnati's population is about 56% greater than Grand Rapids.
• Cincinnati's public transportation has a similar score to Grand Rapids.
• Cincinnati is less walkable than Grand Rapids with a score of 49 out of 100 vs Grand Rapids's 56 out of 100.
• Cincinnati has a bike-friendliness score 36 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.
• Cincinnati's crime rate is higher than Grand Rapids with a score of 48.47 compared to Grand Rapids's 44.23. This means that Cincinnati neighborhoods are safer than 48.47% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Grand Rapids neighborhoods are safer than 44.23%.
• Cincinnati is considered to be less safe than Grand Rapids with a score of 49.53 vs Grand Rapids's 55.77.
• Air quality in Cincinnati is good, and in Grand Rapids it's good.

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

• Weather: Snowfall and freezing weather is common in the winters and severe thunderstorms may happen in the warmer months.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio 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 Cincinnati. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 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 Cincinnati

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Blue Chip City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Cincinnati.

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