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What to know before moving from Virginia Beach to Roseville

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

Check out how Virginia Beach compares to Roseville so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Roseville are 28% higher than in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach.
  Home prices in Roseville are 54.0% higher than in Virginia Beach.
• Income in Roseville is 12.7% lower than in Virginia Beach, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Roseville include New Vision Display, International Display Works, and Trc Group.
• The cost of living for a single person in Roseville is 36.0% lower than in Virginia Beach. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family is the same in Roseville and Virginia Beach.
• The unemployment rate in Roseville is 8.33% higher than in Virginia Beach.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Roseville, since the city’s sales taxes in Roseville are 29.17% higher than in Virginia Beach.
• State income taxes in Roseville are 131.30% higher than in Virginia Beach.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,920.58 in Roseville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Virginia Beach.

How life is different in Virginia Beach vs. Roseville

• Roseville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 64% less than Virginia Beach.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Roseville will be about the same as it currently is in Virginia Beach. 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.
• Living in Roseville means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Virginia Beach. Roseville is considered more walkable than Virginia Beach, with a score of 38 out of 100 versus 33 out of 100 in Virginia Beach. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Roseville is considered more bike-friendly than Virginia Beach in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Roseville has a bike-friendliness score of 59 out of 100, while Virginia Beach is rated as 42 out of 100.
• Roseville has a lower crime rate than Virginia Beach based on scores of 25.0 and Virginia Beach's 42.0, 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 Roseville than in Virginia Beach, based on Roseville’s safety index of 80.11 versus 58.0 for Virginia Beach. 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 Roseville and Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach vs. Roseville move

• Weather: Consider moving to Roseville during May, October or April since these are the the most pleasant months in Roseville, while January and December are the least comfortable months.
• 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: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in California, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While California 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 Roseville 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 – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

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