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What to know before moving from Amarillo to Portland

Moving from Amarillo to Portland comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Portland is generally more expensive than Amarillo, 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 Portland are 66% higher than in Amarillo, 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 Amarillo.
  Home prices in Portland are 179.4% higher than in Amarillo.
• Income in Portland is 4.6% higher than in Amarillo, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Portland include TD Banknorth Inc, Maine Medical Center, and Unum Life Insurance Company of America.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Portland, since the cost of living for a single person in Portland is 30.4% higher than in Amarillo. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Portland, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Portland is 28.4% higher than in Amarillo.
• The unemployment rate in Portland is 6.12% higher than in Amarillo.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Portland, since the city’s sales taxes in Portland are 33.33% lower than in Amarillo.
• State income taxes in Portland are 5.80% higher than in Amarillo.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,910.52 in Portland to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Amarillo.

How life is different in Amarillo vs. Portland

• Portland might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 78% less than Amarillo.
• Portland offers better access to buses and trains than Amarillo, based on public transportation ratings. Portland has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 2 in Amarillo. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Portland means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Amarillo. Portland is considered more walkable than Amarillo, with a score of 62 out of 100 versus 40 out of 100 in Amarillo. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Portland is considered more bike-friendly than Amarillo in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Portland has a bike-friendliness score of 68 out of 100, while Amarillo is rated as 42 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Portland is higher than in Amarillo, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 32.16 in Portland, it is 25.31 in Amarillo. 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 Portland. With a crime index of 67.84, Portland ranks lower in overall safety than Amarillo, whose index is Amarillo's 74.69. 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 Portland and Amarillo is generally the same (Good). 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 Amarillo vs. Portland move

• Weather: August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Portland, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Maine, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Maine, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Maine 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 Portland 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. Consider cost-free Released Value Protection from movers in Maine, offering basic coverage at 60 cents per pound. If you seek full-value protection, discuss alternative options with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Portland

With your sights set on "Forest City", these are some of the most popular neighborhoods to consider in Portland.

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