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What to know before moving from Houston to Colorado Springs

Moving from Houston to Colorado Springs comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Colorado Springs is generally more expensive than Houston, 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 Colorado Springs are 16% higher than in Houston, 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 Houston.
  Home prices in Colorado Springs are 70.5% higher than in Houston.
• Income in Colorado Springs is 13.2% higher than in Houston, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Colorado Springs include XAware, Vectrus, and Young Life.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Colorado Springs, since the cost of living for a single person in Colorado Springs is 11.1% higher than in Houston. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Colorado Springs is 1.2% lower than in Houston.
• The unemployment rate in Colorado Springs is 65.85% higher than in Houston.
• Sales taxes are the same in Colorado Springs and Houston.
• State income taxes in Colorado Springs are 5.49% higher than in Houston.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,333.57 in Colorado Springs to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Houston.

How life is different in Houston vs. Colorado Springs

• Colorado Springs's population is about 79% less than Houston.
• Colorado Springs's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Houston's higher score of 5.
• Colorado Springs is less walkable than Houston with a score of 36 out of 100 vs Houston's 47 out of 100.
• Colorado Springs has a bike-friendliness score 45 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Houston, which has a score of 49 out of 100.
• Colorado Springs's crime rate is lower than Houston with a score of 41.94 compared to Houston's 63.5. This means that Colorado Springs neighborhoods are safer than 41.94% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Houston neighborhoods are safer than 63.5%.
• Colorado Springs is considered to be safer than Houston with a safety index of 58.06 vs Houston's 36.5.
• Air quality in Colorado Springs is moderate, and in Houston it's good.

Other things to consider for your Houston vs. Colorado Springs move

• Weather: Colorado Springs has a cooler, dry-winter and its location just east of the Rocky Mountains affords it the rapid warming influence from chinook winds during winter but also subjects it to drastic day-to-day variability in weather conditions. Winters range from mild to moderately cold. Dry weather generally prevails, but brief afternoon thunderstorms are common, especially in July and August when the city receives the majority of its annual rainfall.
• 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: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Colorado, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Colorado 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 Colorado Springs 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. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-free advantage, provided by movers with minimal coverage. Under this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover lost or damaged a valuable item, you would only receive compensation based on this limited valuation. If you seek comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with the moving company you're hiring or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Colorado Springs

With your sights set on "Little London", these are some of the most popular neighborhoods to consider in Colorado Springs.

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