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What to know before moving from Kansas City to Stockton

Moving from Kansas City to Stockton comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Stockton is generally more expensive than Kansas City, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Stockton are 37% higher than in Kansas City, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Kansas City.
  Home prices in Stockton are 87.5% higher than in Kansas City.
• Income is the same in Stockton and Kansas City. The top employers in Stockton include University of the Pacific, The Herrick, and San Joaquin County Office of Education.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Stockton, since the cost of living for a single person in Stockton is 52.3% higher than in Kansas City. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Stockton, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Stockton is 7.1% higher than in Kansas City.
• The unemployment rate in Stockton is 94.34% higher than in Kansas City.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Stockton, since the city’s sales taxes in Stockton are 7.14% higher than in Kansas City.
• State income taxes in Stockton are 177.08% higher than in Kansas City.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,569.75 in Stockton 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. Stockton

• Stockton might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 37% less than Kansas City.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Stockton will be about the same as it currently is in Kansas City. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Living in Stockton means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Kansas City. Stockton is considered more walkable than Kansas City, with a score of 44 out of 100 versus 35 out of 100 in Kansas City. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Stockton is considered more bike-friendly than Kansas City in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Stockton has a bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, while Kansas City is rated as 35 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Stockton is higher than in Kansas City, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 75.2 in Stockton, it is 58.4 in Kansas City. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Stockton. With a crime index of 24.8, Stockton ranks lower in overall safety than Kansas City, whose index is Kansas City's 42.6. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Stockton and Kansas City is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

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

• Weather: Stockton is characterized by hot to sweltering, arid summers and pleasant to warm winters.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a California moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: California doesn\’t require moving permits, but it\’s still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You’ll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Stockton. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Opt for Released Value Protection – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

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