($1,135) Movers From Rochester, NY to Portland, ME

What to know before moving from Rochester to Portland

• Rent prices in Portland are 59% higher than in Rochester.
• Home prices in Portland are 170.2% higher than in Rochester.
• Income is the same in Portland and Rochester.
• The cost of living for a single person in Portland is 9.5% higher than in Rochester.
• The cost of living for a family in Portland is 23.1% higher than in Rochester.
• The unemployment rate in Portland is 46.94% lower than in Rochester.
• Sales taxes in Portland are 31.25% lower than in Rochester.
• State income taxes in Portland are 46.79% lower than in Rochester.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,286.28 in Portland to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Rochester.

How life is different in Rochester vs. Portland

• Portland's population is about 68% less than Rochester.
• Portland's public transportation has a similar score to Rochester.
• Portland is more walkable than Rochester with a score of 62 out of 100 vs Rochester's 61 out of 100.
• With a score of 68 out of 100, Portland is more bike-friendly than Rochester, which has a score of 60 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Portland's crime rate is lower than Rochester with a score of 32.16 compared to Rochester's 37.54. This means that Portland neighborhoods are safer than 32.16% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Rochester neighborhoods are safer than 37.54%.
• Portland is considered to be safer than Rochester with a safety index of 67.84 vs Rochester's 36.66.
• Air quality in Portland is good, and in Rochester it's good.

Other things to consider for your Rochester vs. Portland move

• Weather: August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Portland, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• 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 Maine, 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 Maine moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Maine 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 Portland. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Consider cost-free Released Value Protection from movers in Maine, offering basic coverage at 60 cents per pound. If you seek full-value protection, discuss alternative 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 Portland

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

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