($1,435) Movers From Kansas City, MO to Tempe, AZ

What to know before moving from Kansas City to Tempe

• Rent prices in Tempe are 41% higher than in Kansas City.
• Home prices in Tempe are 102.0% higher than in Kansas City.
• Income is the same in Tempe and Kansas City.
• The cost of living for a single person in Tempe is 383.8% higher than in Kansas City.
• The cost of living for a family in Tempe is 70.8% higher than in Kansas City.
• The unemployment rate in Tempe is 1.89% higher than in Kansas City.
• Sales taxes in Tempe are 3.57% lower than in Kansas City.
• State income taxes in Tempe are 47.92% lower than in Kansas City.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $14,513.80 in Tempe to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Kansas City.

How life is different in Kansas City vs. Tempe

• Tempe's population is about 64% less than Kansas City.
• Tempe's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Kansas City's higher score of 4.
• Tempe is more walkable than Kansas City with a score of 54 out of 100 vs Kansas City's 35 out of 100.
• With a score of 75 out of 100, Tempe is more bike-friendly than Kansas City, which has a score of 35 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Tempe's crime rate is lower than Kansas City with a score of 42.36 compared to Kansas City's 58.4. This means that Tempe neighborhoods are safer than 42.36% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Kansas City neighborhoods are safer than 58.4%.
• Tempe is considered to be safer than Kansas City with a safety index of 57.64 vs Kansas City's 42.6.
• Air quality in Tempe is good, and in Kansas City it's good.

Other things to consider for your Kansas City vs. Tempe move

• Weather: Tempe has very hot summers and little rainfall.
• 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: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Arizona 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 Tempe. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options 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 Tempe

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

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