($1,443) Movers From Lubbock, TX to Greenville, SC

What to know before moving from Lubbock to Greenville

• Rent prices in Greenville are 24% higher than in Lubbock.
• Home prices in Greenville are 58.9% higher than in Lubbock.
• Income in Greenville is 22.8% higher than in Lubbock.
• The cost of living for a single person in Greenville is 25.9% lower than in Lubbock.
• The cost of living for a family in Greenville is 16.1% higher than in Lubbock.
• The unemployment rate in Greenville is 54.24% lower than in Lubbock.
• Sales taxes in Greenville are 27.27% lower than in Lubbock.
• State income taxes in Greenville are 7.00% higher than in Lubbock.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,221.57 in Greenville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Lubbock.

How life is different in Lubbock vs. Greenville

• Greenville's population is about 73% less than Lubbock.
• Greenville's public transportation has a similar score to Lubbock.
• Greenville is more walkable than Lubbock with a score of 43 out of 100 vs Lubbock's 39 out of 100.
• With a score of 49 out of 100, Greenville is more bike-friendly than Lubbock, which has a score of 43 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Greenville's crime rate is lower than Lubbock with a score of 38.56 compared to Lubbock's 50.39. This means that Greenville neighborhoods are safer than 38.56% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Lubbock neighborhoods are safer than 50.39%.
• Greenville is considered to be safer than Lubbock with a safety index of 61.44 vs Lubbock's 48.61.
• Air quality in Greenville is good, and in Lubbock it's good.

Other things to consider for your Lubbock 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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