($1,440) Movers From Ann Arbor, MI to Greenville, SC

What to know before moving from Ann Arbor to Greenville

• Rent prices in Greenville are 31% lower than in Ann Arbor.
• Home prices in Greenville are 33.2% lower than in Ann Arbor.
• Income in Greenville is 7.5% higher than in Ann Arbor.
• The cost of living for a single person in Greenville is 41.6% lower than in Ann Arbor.
• The cost of living for a family in Greenville is 13.2% lower than in Ann Arbor.
• The unemployment rate in Greenville is 22.86% lower than in Ann Arbor.
• Sales taxes are the same in Greenville and Ann Arbor.
• State income taxes in Greenville are 64.71% higher than in Ann Arbor.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,750.92 in Greenville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Ann Arbor.

How life is different in Ann Arbor vs. Greenville

• Greenville's population is about 43% less than Ann Arbor.
• Greenville's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Ann Arbor's lower score of 7.
• Greenville is less walkable than Ann Arbor with a score of 43 out of 100 vs Ann Arbor's 52 out of 100.
• Greenville has a bike-friendliness score 49 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Ann Arbor, which has a score of 71 out of 100.
• Greenville's crime rate is higher than Ann Arbor with a score of 38.56 compared to Ann Arbor's 31.0. This means that Greenville neighborhoods are safer than 38.56% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Ann Arbor neighborhoods are safer than 31.0%.
• Greenville is considered to be less safe than Ann Arbor with a score of 61.44 vs Ann Arbor's 79.18.
• Air quality in Greenville is good, and in Ann Arbor it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Ann Arbor vs. Greenville move

• Weather: If you're moving to Greenville, SC, May, September and October are the best months to move to the city. Heat are tolerable and even desirable on some months. Winters are short and generally cool.
• 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: To promote safety, economic development, and ethical business practices, the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) oversees movers in the state. They are responsible for inspecting, examining, and auditing public utility providers like movers. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a South Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: South 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 Greenville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. When moving in South Carolina, explore movers' insurance options. Many offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For enhanced protection, discuss Full Value Protection with the moving company or consider third-party insurance providers. Prioritize understanding coverage limits and potential extra costs. Read reviews to make an informed decision on the best insurance for your South Carolina move.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Greenville

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

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