($1,449) Movers From Laredo, TX to Cleveland, OH

What to know before moving from Laredo to Cleveland

• Rent prices in Cleveland are 4% higher than in Laredo.
• Home prices in Cleveland are 48.5% lower than in Laredo.
• Income in Cleveland is 10.3% higher than in Laredo.
• The cost of living for a single person in Cleveland is 61.7% higher than in Laredo.
• The cost of living for a family in Cleveland is 62.9% higher than in Laredo.
• The unemployment rate in Cleveland is 13.92% lower than in Laredo.
• Sales taxes in Cleveland are 3.03% lower than in Laredo.
• State income taxes in Cleveland are 3.50% higher than in Laredo.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,851.33 in Cleveland to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Laredo.

How life is different in Laredo vs. Cleveland

• Cleveland's population is about 46% greater than Laredo.
• Cleveland's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Laredo's higher score of 4.
• Cleveland is more walkable than Laredo with a score of 57 out of 100 vs Laredo's 37 out of 100.
• With a score of 52 out of 100, Cleveland is more bike-friendly than Laredo, which has a score of 40 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Cleveland's crime rate is higher than Laredo with a score of 63.41 compared to Laredo's 36.23. This means that Cleveland neighborhoods are safer than 63.41% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Laredo neighborhoods are safer than 36.23%.
• Cleveland is considered to be less safe than Laredo with a score of 36.59 vs Laredo's 63.77.
• Air quality in Cleveland is moderate, and in Laredo it's good.

Other things to consider for your Laredo vs. Cleveland move

• Weather: Cleveland has four very distinct seasons. This means that in the wintertime, you should prepare for snow and in the summer it's usually warm.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, 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. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio 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 Cleveland. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Cleveland

Now that you've decided to make the move to "America's North Coast", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Cleveland.

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