($1,339) Movers From Akron, OH to Evansville, IN

What to know before moving from Akron to Evansville

• Rent prices in Evansville are 9% lower than in Akron.
• Home prices in Evansville are 48.4% higher than in Akron.
• Income in Evansville is 3.1% lower than in Akron.
• The cost of living for a single person in Evansville is 2.5% higher than in Akron.
• The cost of living for a family in Evansville is 8.9% lower than in Akron.
• The unemployment rate in Evansville is 20.29% lower than in Akron.
• Sales taxes in Evansville are 3.70% higher than in Akron.
• State income taxes in Evansville are 10.00% lower than in Akron.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,075.83 in Evansville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Akron.

How life is different in Akron vs. Evansville

• Evansville's population is about 38% less than Akron.
• Evansville's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Akron's lower score of 5.
• Evansville is less walkable than Akron with a score of 44 out of 100 vs Akron's 48 out of 100.
• Both Evansville and Akron have the same bike-friendliness score of 43 out of 100, meaning Evansville is about as safe for cyclists as Akron. 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.
• Evansville and Akron have a similar crime rate.
• Evansville is considered to be safer than Akron with a safety index of 56.42 vs Akron's 50.39.
• Air quality in Evansville is moderate, and in Akron it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Akron vs. Evansville move

• Weather: September, May and October are the months favorable for a move to Evansville as these months have a favorable dry weather without extreme heat.
• 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: The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) regulate movers operating within Indiana and issue moving companies Indiana Households Goods Carriers Numbers. Check to make sure prospective movers have one and that it’s up to date. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Indiana moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Indiana 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 Evansville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection – a budget-friendly choice with no extra cost from movers, though coverage is limited to 60 cents per pound. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, reimbursement is just $15. To ensure coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Evansville

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Eville", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Evansville.

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