($1,779) Movers From Missoula, MT to Cleveland, OH

What to know before moving from Missoula to Cleveland

• Rent prices in Cleveland are 2% lower than in Missoula.
• Home prices in Cleveland are 80.1% lower than in Missoula.
• Income in Cleveland is 9.8% higher than in Missoula.
• The cost of living for a single person in Cleveland is 42.7% lower than in Missoula.
• The cost of living for a family in Cleveland is 31.5% lower than in Missoula.
• The unemployment rate in Cleveland is 54.55% higher than in Missoula.
• Sales taxes in Cleveland are 8.00% higher than in Missoula.
• State income taxes in Cleveland are 48.15% lower than in Missoula.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,720.04 in Cleveland to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Missoula.

How life is different in Missoula vs. Cleveland

• Cleveland's population is about 379% greater than Missoula.
• Cleveland's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Missoula's higher score of 5.
• Cleveland is more walkable than Missoula with a score of 57 out of 100 vs Missoula's 45 out of 100.
• Cleveland has a bike-friendliness score 52 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Missoula, which has a score of 60 out of 100.
• Cleveland's crime rate is higher than Missoula with a score of 63.41 compared to Missoula's 33.27. This means that Cleveland neighborhoods are safer than 63.41% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Missoula neighborhoods are safer than 33.27%.
• Cleveland is considered to be less safe than Missoula with a score of 36.59 vs Missoula's 66.73.
• Air quality in Cleveland is moderate, and in Missoula it's good.

Other things to consider for your Missoula vs. Cleveland move

• Weather: Cleveland has four very distinct seasons. This means that in the wintertime, you should prepare for snow and in the summer it's usually warm.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio 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 Cleveland. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives 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 Cleveland

Now that you've decided to make the move to "America's North Coast", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Cleveland.

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