($1,188) Movers From Columbia, SC to Orlando, FL

What to know before moving from Columbia to Orlando

• Rent prices in Orlando are 34% higher than in Columbia.
• Home prices in Orlando are 70.9% higher than in Columbia.
• Income in Orlando is 8.8% lower than in Columbia.
• The cost of living for a single person in Orlando is 40.6% lower than in Columbia.
• The cost of living for a family in Orlando is 3.1% lower than in Columbia.
• The unemployment rate in Orlando is 11.54% higher than in Columbia.
• Sales taxes in Orlando are 18.75% lower than in Columbia.
• State income taxes in Orlando are 100.00% lower than in Columbia.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,780.67 in Orlando to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Columbia.

How life is different in Columbia vs. Orlando

• Orlando's population is about 125% greater than Columbia.
• Orlando's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Columbia's higher score of 5.
• Orlando is more walkable than Columbia with a score of 41 out of 100 vs Columbia's 35 out of 100.
• With a score of 57 out of 100, Orlando is more bike-friendly than Columbia, which has a score of 35 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Orlando's crime rate is higher than Columbia with a score of 49.57 compared to Columbia's 3.0. This means that Orlando neighborhoods are safer than 49.57% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Columbia neighborhoods are safer than 3.0%.
• Orlando is considered to be safer than Columbia with a safety index of 50.43 vs Columbia's 48.39.
• Air quality in Orlando is good, and in Columbia it's good.

Other things to consider for your Columbia vs. Orlando move

• Weather: Orlando has two basic seasons, a hot and rainy season, lasting from May until late October, and a warm and dry season from November through April.
• 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: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Florida 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 Orlando. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Orlando

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

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