($1,387) Movers From Kansas City, MO to Buffalo, NY

What to know before moving from Kansas City to Buffalo

• Rent prices in Buffalo are 8% lower than in Kansas City.
• Home prices in Buffalo are 8.6% lower than in Kansas City.
• Income in Buffalo is 1.7% lower than in Kansas City.
• The cost of living for a single person in Buffalo is 9.0% lower than in Kansas City.
• The cost of living for a family in Buffalo is 8.6% lower than in Kansas City.
• The unemployment rate in Buffalo is 79.25% higher than in Kansas City.
• Sales taxes in Buffalo are 4.17% higher than in Kansas City.
• State income taxes in Buffalo are 127.08% higher than in Kansas City.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,730.19 in Buffalo 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. Buffalo

• Buffalo's population is about 45% less than Kansas City.
• Buffalo's public transportation has a score of 7 out of 10 versus Kansas City's higher score of 4.
• Buffalo is more walkable than Kansas City with a score of 67 out of 100 vs Kansas City's 35 out of 100.
• With a score of 63 out of 100, Buffalo 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.
• Buffalo's crime rate is lower than Kansas City with a score of 8.0 compared to Kansas City's 58.4. This means that Buffalo neighborhoods are safer than 8.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Kansas City neighborhoods are safer than 58.4%.
• Buffalo is considered to be safer than Kansas City with a safety index of 53.55 vs Kansas City's 42.6.
• Air quality in Buffalo is moderate, and in Kansas City it's good.

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

• Weather: Best months to move to Buffalo are August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Buffalo, while January and December are the least comfortable months due to extreme winter weather.
• 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: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New York moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New York 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 Buffalo. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your 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 Buffalo

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

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