($1,468) Movers From Austin, TX to Greenville, SC

What to know before moving from Austin to Greenville

• Rent prices in Greenville are 12% lower than in Austin.
• Home prices in Greenville are 37.6% lower than in Austin.
• Income in Greenville is 5.5% higher than in Austin.
• The cost of living for a single person in Greenville is 14.7% higher than in Austin.
• The cost of living for a family in Greenville is 17.3% higher than in Austin.
• The unemployment rate in Greenville is 22.86% lower than in Austin.
• Sales taxes in Greenville are 27.27% lower than in Austin.
• State income taxes in Greenville are 7.00% higher than in Austin.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,441.73 in Greenville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Austin.

How life is different in Austin vs. Greenville

• Greenville's population is about 93% less than Austin.
• Greenville's public transportation has a score of 3 out of 10 versus Austin's lower score of 5.
• Greenville is more walkable than Austin with a score of 43 out of 100 vs Austin's 42 out of 100.
• Greenville has a bike-friendliness score 49 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Austin, which has a score of 54 out of 100.
• Greenville's crime rate is lower than Austin with a score of 38.56 compared to Austin's 42.91. This means that Greenville neighborhoods are safer than 38.56% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Austin neighborhoods are safer than 42.91%.
• Greenville is considered to be safer than Austin with a safety index of 61.44 vs Austin's 59.87.
• Air quality in Greenville is good, and in Austin it's good.

Other things to consider for your Austin vs. Greenville move

• Weather: If you're moving to Greenville, SC, May, September and October are the best months to move to the city. Heat are tolerable and even desirable on some months. Winters are short and generally cool.
• 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: To promote safety, economic development, and ethical business practices, the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) oversees movers in the state. They are responsible for inspecting, examining, and auditing public utility providers like movers. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a South Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: South Carolina 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 Greenville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. When moving in South Carolina, explore movers' insurance options. Many offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For enhanced protection, discuss Full Value Protection with the moving company or consider third-party insurance providers. Prioritize understanding coverage limits and potential extra costs. Read reviews to make an informed decision on the best insurance for your South Carolina move.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Greenville

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Greenville", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Greenville.

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