($1,441) Movers From Virginia Beach, VA to Fargo, ND

What to know before moving from Virginia Beach to Fargo

• Rent prices in Fargo are 46% lower than in Virginia Beach.
• Home prices in Fargo are 28.5% lower than in Virginia Beach.
• Income in Fargo is 27.3% lower than in Virginia Beach.
• The cost of living for a single person in Fargo is 65.5% lower than in Virginia Beach.
• The cost of living for a family in Fargo is 44.2% lower than in Virginia Beach.
• The unemployment rate in Fargo is 25.00% lower than in Virginia Beach.
• Sales taxes in Fargo are 25.00% higher than in Virginia Beach.
• State income taxes in Fargo are 49.57% lower than in Virginia Beach.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,036.40 in Fargo 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. Fargo

• Fargo's population is about 72% less than Virginia Beach.
• Fargo's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus Virginia Beach's higher score of 3.
• Fargo is more walkable than Virginia Beach with a score of 45 out of 100 vs Virginia Beach's 33 out of 100.
• With a score of 49 out of 100, Fargo is more bike-friendly than Virginia Beach, which has a score of 42 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Fargo's crime rate is lower than Virginia Beach with a score of 8.0 compared to Virginia Beach's 42.0. This means that Fargo neighborhoods are safer than 8.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Virginia Beach neighborhoods are safer than 42.0%.
• Fargo is considered to be less safe than Virginia Beach with a score of 56.17 vs Virginia Beach's 58.0.
• Air quality in Fargo is good, and in Virginia Beach it's good.

Other things to consider for your Virginia Beach vs. Fargo move

• Weather: August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Fargo, while January and December are the least comfortable months.
• 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: All local and intrastate movers operating in the Flickertail State are regulated by the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT). Each mover in good standing is issued an NDDOT Number, which consumers may check the status and validity of by calling the phone number listed below. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Dakota moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Dakota 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 Fargo. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, providing minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your selected 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 Fargo

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Fargo", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Fargo.

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