($1,355) Movers From Charleston, SC to Fort Wayne, IN

What to know before moving from Charleston to Fort Wayne

• Rent prices in Fort Wayne are 54% lower than in Charleston.
• Home prices in Fort Wayne are 59.3% lower than in Charleston.
• Income in Fort Wayne is 13.3% lower than in Charleston.
• The cost of living for a single person in Fort Wayne is 50.9% lower than in Charleston.
• The cost of living for a family in Fort Wayne is 60.1% lower than in Charleston.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Wayne is 27.50% higher than in Charleston.
• Sales taxes in Fort Wayne are 22.22% lower than in Charleston.
• State income taxes in Fort Wayne are 55.00% lower than in Charleston.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,471.70 in Fort Wayne to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Charleston.

How life is different in Charleston vs. Fort Wayne

• Fort Wayne's population is about 77% greater than Charleston.
• Fort Wayne's public transportation has a similar score to Charleston.
• Fort Wayne is less walkable than Charleston with a score of 32 out of 100 vs Charleston's 40 out of 100.
• Fort Wayne has a bike-friendliness score 41 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Charleston, which has a score of 50 out of 100.
• Fort Wayne's crime rate is lower than Charleston with a score of 40.9 compared to Charleston's 44.97. This means that Fort Wayne neighborhoods are safer than 40.9% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Charleston neighborhoods are safer than 44.97%.
• Fort Wayne is considered to be safer than Charleston with a safety index of 59.1 vs Charleston's 55.03.
• Air quality in Fort Wayne is good, and in Charleston it's good.

Other things to consider for your Charleston vs. Fort Wayne move

• Weather: Fort Wayne summers are hot, humid, and wet. Winters are generally cold with moderate snowfall. Severe weather is not uncommon, particularly in the spring and summer months; the city experiences an average of 39 thunderstorm days and about 10 severe weather days annually.
• 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 Fort Wayne. 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 Fort Wayne

Now that you've decided to make the move to "City of Churches", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Fort Wayne.

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