($851) Movers From Richmond, VA to Wilmington, DE

What to know before moving from Richmond to Wilmington

• Rent prices in Wilmington are 14% higher than in Richmond.
• Home prices in Wilmington are 12.3% lower than in Richmond.
• Income in Wilmington is 17.2% lower than in Richmond.
• The cost of living for a single person in Wilmington is 55.6% higher than in Richmond.
• The cost of living for a family in Wilmington is 18.5% lower than in Richmond.
• The unemployment rate in Wilmington is 45.07% higher than in Richmond.
• Sales taxes in Wilmington are 100.00% lower than in Richmond.
• State income taxes in Wilmington are 14.78% higher than in Richmond.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,669.16 in Wilmington to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Richmond.

How life is different in Richmond vs. Wilmington

• Wilmington's population is about 69% less than Richmond.
• Wilmington's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Richmond's lower score of 7.
• Wilmington is more walkable than Richmond with a score of 74 out of 100 vs Richmond's 51 out of 100.
• With a score of 52 out of 100, Wilmington is more bike-friendly than Richmond, which has a score of 51 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Wilmington's crime rate is higher than Richmond with a score of 67.32 compared to Richmond's 48.45. This means that Wilmington neighborhoods are safer than 67.32% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Richmond neighborhoods are safer than 48.45%.
• Wilmington is considered to be less safe than Richmond with a score of 32.68 vs Richmond's 51.55.
• Air quality in Wilmington is good, and in Richmond it's good.

Other things to consider for your Richmond vs. Wilmington move

• Weather: Wilmington has with hot and humid summers, cool to cold winters, and precipitation evenly spread throughout the year.
• 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: Movers headquartered in Delaware that offer local and intrastate moving services don’t need to be licensed. Still, they must comply with Delaware Department of Transportation (DDOT) regulations on insurance and commercial vehicle safety. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Delaware moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Delaware 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 Wilmington. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Selecting Released Value Protection is a cost-effective choice, provided at no extra charge by movers, even though it offers limited coverage. Within this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. If you're concerned about the value of your possessions and require more extensive coverage, consider discussing alternative options with the moving company you've chosen or explore third-party insurance providers. Ensure comprehensive protection for your belongings during the move by exploring these additional coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Wilmington

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Chemical Capital of the World", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Wilmington.

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