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What to know before moving from Fort Worth to San Francisco

Moving from Fort Worth to San Francisco comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since San Francisco is generally more expensive than Fort Worth, 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 San Francisco are 83% higher than in Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth.
  Home prices in San Francisco are 315.9% higher than in Fort Worth.
• Income in San Francisco is 109.5% higher than in Fort Worth, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in San Francisco include Lyft, Securitize, and Wells Fargo.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in San Francisco, since the cost of living for a single person in San Francisco is 35.8% higher than in Fort Worth. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to San Francisco, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in San Francisco is 27.4% higher than in Fort Worth.
• The unemployment rate in San Francisco is 50.00% higher than in Fort Worth.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in San Francisco, since the city’s sales taxes in San Francisco are 4.61% higher than in Fort Worth.
• State income taxes in San Francisco are 13.30% higher than in Fort Worth.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,074.35 in San Francisco to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Fort Worth.

How life is different in Fort Worth vs. San Francisco

• San Francisco might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 12% less than Fort Worth.
• San Francisco offers better access to buses and trains than Fort Worth, based on public transportation ratings. San Francisco has a transit score of 10 out of 10 compared to 3 in Fort Worth. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in San Francisco means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Fort Worth. San Francisco is considered more walkable than Fort Worth, with a score of 99 out of 100 versus 35 out of 100 in Fort Worth. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, San Francisco is considered more bike-friendly than Fort Worth in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. San Francisco has a bike-friendliness score of 99 out of 100, while Fort Worth is rated as 39 out of 100.
• The crime rate in San Francisco is higher than in Fort Worth, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 61.41 in San Francisco, it is 43.19 in Fort Worth. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in San Francisco. With a crime index of 38.59, San Francisco ranks lower in overall safety than Fort Worth, whose index is Fort Worth's 56.81. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in San Francisco and Fort Worth is generally the same (Moderate). 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 Fort Worth vs. San Francisco move

• Weather: San Francisco's weather is strongly influenced by the cool currents of the Pacific Ocean on the west side of the city, and the water of San Francisco Bay to the north and east. This moderates temperature swings and produces a remarkably mild year-round climate with little seasonal temperature variation.
• HOA rules: It’s a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it’s a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in California, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While California doesn’t mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to San Francisco without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. Opt for Released Value Protection – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

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