($1,496) Movers From Irving, TX to Paradise, NV

What to know before moving from Irving to Paradise

Moving from Irving to Paradise means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Irving than in Paradise, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Irving compares to Paradise so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Paradise are 19% higher than in Irving, 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 Irving.
  Home prices in Paradise are 9.9% higher than in Irving.
• Income in Paradise is 1.7% lower than in Irving, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Paradise include University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), Harry Reid International Airport, and MGM Resorts International.
• The cost of living for a single person in Paradise is 22.1% lower than in Irving. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Paradise is 37.5% lower than in Irving.
• The unemployment rate in Paradise is 33.33% higher than in Irving.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Paradise, since the city’s sales taxes in Paradise are 630.00% higher than in Irving.
• State income taxes are the same in Paradise and Irving.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,337.81 in Paradise to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Irving.

How life is different in Irving vs. Paradise

• Paradise might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 25% less than Irving.
• Paradise offers better access to buses and trains than Irving, based on public transportation ratings. Paradise has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 5 in Irving. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Paradise means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Irving. Paradise is considered more walkable than Irving, with a score of 50 out of 100 versus 45 out of 100 in Irving. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Paradise is considered more bike-friendly than Irving in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Paradise has a bike-friendliness score of 50 out of 100, while Irving is rated as 42 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Paradise is higher than in Irving, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 43.6 in Paradise, it is 30.64 in Irving. 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 Paradise. With a crime index of 56.4, Paradise ranks lower in overall safety than Irving, whose index is Irving's 68.36. 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 Paradise and Irving 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 Irving vs. Paradise move

• Weather: April, October and March are the best months to relocate in Paradise, while July and August are the least comfortable months as these months tend to get too hot.
• 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: Movers that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Nevada, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Nevada 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 Paradise 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, the cost-free choice provided by movers, albeit with minimal coverage. Movers take responsibility for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover misplaced or damaged a valuable item like a 30-pound sculpture, you would only receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, explore alternative options with your selected moving company or consider consulting 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 Paradise

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

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