($1,263) Movers From Richmond, VA to Columbus, GA

What to know before moving from Richmond to Columbus

• Rent prices in Columbus are 31% lower than in Richmond.
• Home prices in Columbus are 55.0% lower than in Richmond.
• Income in Columbus is 15.2% lower than in Richmond.
• The cost of living for a single person in Columbus is 10.1% lower than in Richmond.
• The cost of living for a family in Columbus is 28.1% lower than in Richmond.
• The unemployment rate in Columbus is 25.35% lower than in Richmond.
• Sales taxes in Columbus are 50.00% higher than in Richmond.
• State income taxes in Columbus are 4.52% lower than in Richmond.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,697.36 in Columbus to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Richmond.

How life is different in Richmond vs. Columbus

• Columbus's population is about 9% less than Richmond.
• Columbus's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus Richmond's lower score of 7.
• Columbus is less walkable than Richmond with a score of 25 out of 100 vs Richmond's 51 out of 100.
• Columbus has a bike-friendliness score 31 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Richmond, which has a score of 51 out of 100.
• Columbus's crime rate is higher than Richmond with a score of 72.18 compared to Richmond's 48.45. This means that Columbus neighborhoods are safer than 72.18% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Richmond neighborhoods are safer than 48.45%.
• Columbus is considered to be less safe than Richmond with a score of 27.82 vs Richmond's 51.55.
• Air quality in Columbus is good, and in Richmond it's good.

Other things to consider for your Richmond vs. Columbus move

• Weather: Columbus has hot and humid summers and cool to mild winters.
• 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: Moving companies in Georgia are regulated by the the Georgia Department of Public Safety (GDPS). Regulations include insurance requirements and the handling of consumer complaints. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Georgia moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Georgia 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 Columbus. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness, offered by movers at no extra charge. However, it provides minimal coverage, with the mover's responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, explore other options with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Columbus

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Lowell of the South[", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Columbus.

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