($1,442) Movers From McAllen, TX to Riverside, CA

What to know before moving from McAllen to Riverside

• Rent prices in Riverside are 70% higher than in McAllen.
• Home prices in Riverside are 190.3% higher than in McAllen.
• Income in Riverside is 33.6% higher than in McAllen.
• The cost of living for a single person in Riverside is 76.6% higher than in McAllen.
• The cost of living for a family in Riverside is 57.5% higher than in McAllen.
• The unemployment rate in Riverside is 10.13% lower than in McAllen.
• Sales taxes in Riverside are 6.06% higher than in McAllen.
• State income taxes in Riverside are 13.30% higher than in McAllen.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,297.87 in Riverside to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in McAllen.

How life is different in McAllen vs. Riverside

• Riverside's population is about 123% greater than McAllen.
• Riverside's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus McAllen's higher score of 3.
• Riverside is more walkable than McAllen with a score of 43 out of 100 vs McAllen's 41 out of 100.
• With a score of 49 out of 100, Riverside is more bike-friendly than McAllen, which has a score of 46 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Riverside's crime rate is higher than McAllen with a score of 40.24 compared to McAllen's 36.26. This means that Riverside neighborhoods are safer than 40.24% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and McAllen neighborhoods are safer than 36.26%.
• Riverside is considered to be less safe than McAllen with a score of 59.76 vs McAllen's 63.74.
• Air quality in Riverside is moderate, and in McAllen it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your McAllen vs. Riverside move

• Weather: Riverside has hot, dry summers and mild, relatively wet winters.
• 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: 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. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a California moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: California 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 Riverside. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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 will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Riverside

Now that you've decided to make the move to "City of Arts and Innovation", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Riverside.

Helpful moving resources