($1,250) Movers From New York City, NY to Fayetteville, NC

What to know before moving from New York City to Fayetteville

Moving from New York City to Fayetteville means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in New York City than in Fayetteville, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how New York City compares to Fayetteville so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Fayetteville are 70% lower than in New York City, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Fayetteville.
  Home prices in Fayetteville are 73.5% lower than in New York City.
• Income in Fayetteville is 24.2% lower than in New York City, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Fayetteville include Cumberland County Hospital System, Fayetteville State University, and Purolator Air Filtration.
• The cost of living for a single person in Fayetteville is 73.9% lower than in New York City. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Fayetteville is 75.8% lower than in New York City.
• The unemployment rate in Fayetteville is 36.61% lower than in New York City.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fayetteville, since the city’s sales taxes in Fayetteville are 12.50% lower than in New York City.
• One perk of moving to Fayetteville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 58.72% lower than in New York City.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $782.86 in Fayetteville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in New York City.

How life is different in New York City vs. Fayetteville

• Fayetteville's population is about 97% less than New York City.
• Fayetteville's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus New York City's higher score of 10.
• Fayetteville is less walkable than New York City with a score of 21 out of 100 vs New York City's 88 out of 100.
• Fayetteville has a bike-friendliness score 30 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as New York City, which has a score of 69 out of 100.
• Fayetteville's crime rate is lower than New York City with a score of 6.0 compared to New York City's 50.83. This means that Fayetteville neighborhoods are safer than 6.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and New York City neighborhoods are safer than 50.83%.
• Fayetteville is considered to be safer than New York City with a safety index of 67.0 vs New York City's 49.17.
• Air quality in Fayetteville is good, and in New York City it's good.

Other things to consider for your New York City vs. Fayetteville move

• Weather: May, October and April are the best months to move in Fayetteville, while you need to reconsider your plans on July and August.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• State licensing: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in North Carolina, though it\’s smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly toFayetteville Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Fayetteville

Now that you’ve chosen "All-American City" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in Fayetteville to check out.

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