($1,561) Movers From Jackson, MS to Colorado Springs, CO

What to know before moving from Jackson to Colorado Springs

• Rent prices in Colorado Springs are 54% higher than in Jackson.
• Home prices in Colorado Springs are 553.4% higher than in Jackson.
• Income in Colorado Springs is 36.6% higher than in Jackson.
• The cost of living for a single person in Colorado Springs is 56.3% higher than in Jackson.
• The cost of living for a family in Colorado Springs is 41.8% higher than in Jackson.
• The unemployment rate in Colorado Springs is 11.69% lower than in Jackson.
• Sales taxes in Colorado Springs are 2.50% higher than in Jackson.
• State income taxes in Colorado Springs are 16.81% higher than in Jackson.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,689.69 in Colorado Springs to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Jackson.

How life is different in Jackson vs. Colorado Springs

• Colorado Springs's population is about 212% greater than Jackson.
• Colorado Springs's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Jackson's higher score of 2.
• Colorado Springs is more walkable than Jackson with a score of 36 out of 100 vs Jackson's 26 out of 100.
• With a score of 45 out of 100, Colorado Springs is more bike-friendly than Jackson, which has a score of 33 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Colorado Springs's crime rate is lower than Jackson with a score of 41.94 compared to Jackson's 82.38. This means that Colorado Springs neighborhoods are safer than 41.94% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Jackson neighborhoods are safer than 82.38%.
• Colorado Springs is considered to be safer than Jackson with a safety index of 58.06 vs Jackson's 17.62.
• Air quality in Colorado Springs is moderate, and in Jackson it's good.

Other things to consider for your Jackson vs. Colorado Springs move

• Weather: Colorado Springs has a cooler, dry-winter and its location just east of the Rocky Mountains affords it the rapid warming influence from chinook winds during winter but also subjects it to drastic day-to-day variability in weather conditions. Winters range from mild to moderately cold. Dry weather generally prevails, but brief afternoon thunderstorms are common, especially in July and August when the city receives the majority of its annual 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: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Colorado moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Colorado 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 Colorado Springs. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-free advantage, provided by movers with minimal coverage. Under this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover lost or damaged a valuable item, you would only receive compensation based on this limited valuation. If you seek comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with the moving company you're hiring or explore 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 Colorado Springs

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