($1,252) Movers From Yonkers, NY to Greensboro, NC

What to know before moving from Yonkers to Greensboro

• Rent prices in Greensboro are 48% lower than in Yonkers.
• Home prices in Greensboro are 60.6% lower than in Yonkers.
• Income in Greensboro is 18.9% lower than in Yonkers.
• The cost of living for a single person in Greensboro is 69.5% lower than in Yonkers.
• The cost of living for a family in Greensboro is 50.1% lower than in Yonkers.
• The unemployment rate in Greensboro is 26.32% lower than in Yonkers.
• Sales taxes in Greensboro are 23.99% lower than in Yonkers.
• State income taxes in Greensboro are 58.72% lower than in Yonkers.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $914.75 in Greensboro to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Yonkers.

How life is different in Yonkers vs. Greensboro

• Greensboro's population is about 41% greater than Yonkers.
• Greensboro's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Yonkers's lower score of 8.
• Greensboro is less walkable than Yonkers with a score of 29 out of 100 vs Yonkers's 69 out of 100.
• Greensboro has a bike-friendliness score 32 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Yonkers, which has a score of 37 out of 100.
• Greensboro's crime rate is higher than Yonkers with a score of 45.91 compared to Yonkers's 28.34. This means that Greensboro neighborhoods are safer than 45.91% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Yonkers neighborhoods are safer than 28.34%.
• Greensboro is considered to be less safe than Yonkers with a score of 54.09 vs Yonkers's 71.66.
• Air quality in Greensboro is good, and in Yonkers it's good.

Other things to consider for your Yonkers vs. Greensboro move

• Weather: The climate in Greensboro is unlikely to affect your move. However, some days in the winter, the roads may become icy which causes traffic issues.
• 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: 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). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Carolina 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 Greensboro. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

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