($1,578) Movers From Lubbock, TX to Virginia Beach, VA

What to know before moving from Lubbock to Virginia Beach

Moving from Lubbock to Virginia Beach comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Virginia Beach is generally more expensive than Lubbock, 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 Virginia Beach are 56% higher than in Lubbock, 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 Lubbock.
  Home prices in Virginia Beach are 101.4% higher than in Lubbock.
• Income in Virginia Beach is 39.5% higher than in Lubbock, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Virginia Beach include Stihl, Navy Exchange, and Venture Realty Group.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Virginia Beach, since the cost of living for a single person in Virginia Beach is 164.3% higher than in Lubbock. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Virginia Beach, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Virginia Beach is 47.9% higher than in Lubbock.
• The unemployment rate in Virginia Beach is 18.64% lower than in Lubbock.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Virginia Beach, since the city’s sales taxes in Virginia Beach are 27.27% lower than in Lubbock.
• State income taxes in Virginia Beach are 5.75% higher than in Lubbock.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $7,929.45 in Virginia Beach to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Lubbock.

How life is different in Lubbock vs. Virginia Beach

• The population of Virginia Beach is about 73% greater than Lubbock, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Virginia Beach will be about the same as it currently is in Lubbock. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Virginia Beach neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Lubbock. Based on its score of 33 out of 100, Virginia Beach isn’t as walkable as Lubbock, which has a score of 39 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• Virginia Beach and Lubbock are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 42 and 43 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• Virginia Beach has a lower crime rate than Lubbock based on scores of 42.0 and Lubbock's 50.39, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Virginia Beach than in Lubbock, based on Virginia Beach’s safety index of 58.0 versus 48.61 for Lubbock. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Virginia Beach and Lubbock 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 Lubbock vs. Virginia Beach move

• Weather: Virginia Beach has winters that are cool with light snowfall. Summers are hot and humid. The wettest season is summer, specifically July to early September, with August being the single wettest month.
• 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: In addition to filing tariffs and complying with insurance, bond, and highway safety requirements, all intrastate moving companies in Virginia must have a certificate from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (VaDMV). Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Virginia, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Virginia 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 Virginia Beach 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. In Virginia, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no additional cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. For increased protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Alternatively, explore third-party insurance providers for personalized plans. It's essential to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Virginia.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Virginia Beach

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

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