($1,562) Movers From Grand Rapids, MI to Ogden, UT

What to know before moving from Grand Rapids to Ogden

• Rent prices in Ogden are 23% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• Home prices in Ogden are 17.0% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• Income is the same in Ogden and Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a single person in Ogden is 40.6% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• The cost of living for a family in Ogden is 16.0% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• The unemployment rate in Ogden is 11.63% lower than in Grand Rapids.
• Sales taxes in Ogden are 20.83% higher than in Grand Rapids.
• State income taxes in Ogden are 16.47% higher than in Grand Rapids.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,781.82 in Ogden 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. Ogden

• Ogden's population is about 56% less than Grand Rapids.
• Ogden's public transportation has a similar score to Grand Rapids.
• Ogden is less walkable than Grand Rapids with a score of 44 out of 100 vs Grand Rapids's 56 out of 100.
• Ogden has a bike-friendliness score 44 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.
• Ogden's crime rate is higher than Grand Rapids with a score of 46.94 compared to Grand Rapids's 44.23. This means that Ogden neighborhoods are safer than 46.94% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Grand Rapids neighborhoods are safer than 44.23%.
• Ogden is considered to be less safe than Grand Rapids with a score of 53.06 vs Grand Rapids's 55.77.
• Air quality in Ogden is good, and in Grand Rapids it's good.

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

• Weather: If you're planning to move to Ogden, it's advisable to June, September and May as these are the most pleasant months in Ogden, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Ogden experiences both hot summer and very cold weather. Best and worst of both worlds.
• 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 Utah, 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 Utah moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Utah 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 Ogden. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Utah, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. To increase protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Ogden

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

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