($1,443) Movers From Jackson, MS to Augusta, GA

What to know before moving from Jackson to Augusta

• Rent prices in Augusta are 7% higher than in Jackson.
• Home prices in Augusta are 145.4% higher than in Jackson.
• Income in Augusta is 177.6% higher than in Jackson.
• The cost of living for a single person in Augusta is 4.8% lower than in Jackson.
• The cost of living for a family in Augusta is 22.2% lower than in Jackson.
• The unemployment rate in Augusta is 32.47% lower than in Jackson.
• Sales taxes in Augusta are 6.25% higher than in Jackson.
• State income taxes in Augusta are 16.81% higher than in Jackson.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,855.26 in Augusta to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Jackson.

How life is different in Jackson vs. Augusta

• Augusta's population is about 31% greater than Jackson.
• Augusta's public transportation has a similar score to Jackson.
• Augusta is less walkable than Jackson with a score of 22 out of 100 vs Jackson's 26 out of 100.
• Both Augusta and Jackson have the same bike-friendliness score of 33 out of 100, meaning Augusta is about as safe for cyclists as Jackson. Typically, cities that have scores of 20 or higher are seen as reasonably safe, though the higher the score, the more safely accessible a city is for bicycling.
• Augusta's crime rate is lower than Jackson with a score of 48.46 compared to Jackson's 82.38. This means that Augusta neighborhoods are safer than 48.46% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Jackson neighborhoods are safer than 82.38%.
• Augusta is considered to be safer than Jackson with a safety index of 51.54 vs Jackson's 17.62.
• Air quality in Augusta is good, and in Jackson it's good.

Other things to consider for your Jackson vs. Augusta move

• Weather: Augusta had short, mild winters, very hot, humid summers
• 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: Moving companies in Georgia are regulated by the the Georgia Department of Public Safety (GDPS). Regulations include insurance requirements and the handling of consumer complaints. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Georgia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Georgia 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 Augusta. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness, offered by movers at no extra charge. However, it provides minimal coverage, with the mover's responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, explore other options with your chosen 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 Augusta

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Garden City of the South", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Augusta.

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