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What to know before moving from Oklahoma City to Scottsdale

Moving from Oklahoma City to Scottsdale comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Scottsdale is generally more expensive than Oklahoma City, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Scottsdale are 164% higher than in Oklahoma City, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Oklahoma City.
  Home prices in Scottsdale are 322.2% higher than in Oklahoma City.
• Income is the same in Scottsdale and Oklahoma City. The top employers in Scottsdale include Honor Health, CVS Health, and Scottsdale Unified School District.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Scottsdale, since the cost of living for a single person in Scottsdale is 167.6% higher than in Oklahoma City. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Scottsdale is 29.9% lower than in Oklahoma City.
• The unemployment rate in Scottsdale is 6.82% higher than in Oklahoma City.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Scottsdale, since the city’s sales taxes in Scottsdale are 6.72% lower than in Oklahoma City.
• One perk of moving to Scottsdale is paying less in state income taxes, which are 47.37% lower than in Oklahoma City.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $8,027.44 in Scottsdale to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Oklahoma City.

How life is different in Oklahoma City vs. Scottsdale

• Scottsdale might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 65% less than Oklahoma City.
• Scottsdale offers better access to buses and trains than Oklahoma City, based on public transportation ratings. Scottsdale has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 3 in Oklahoma City. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Scottsdale neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Oklahoma City. Based on its score of 32 out of 100, Scottsdale isn’t as walkable as Oklahoma City, which has a score of 73 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Scottsdale, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Oklahoma City. While Oklahoma City has a bike-friendliness score of 74 out of 100, Scottsdale earned a 56. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• Scottsdale has a lower crime rate than Oklahoma City based on scores of 25.8 and Oklahoma City's 49.37, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Scottsdale than in Oklahoma City, based on Scottsdale’s safety index of 74.2 versus 50.63 for Oklahoma City. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Scottsdale and Oklahoma City is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Oklahoma City vs. Scottsdale move

• Weather: Extreme heat may cause discomfort if you choose to move in the summer. Pay close attention to heat sensitive household items such as instruments, antique furniture, and electronics.
• 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: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Arizona, 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 toScottsdale 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 its cost-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in Scottsdale

Now that you’ve chosen "West's Most Western Town" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in Scottsdale to check out.

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