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What to know before moving from Virginia Beach to Reno

Moving from Virginia Beach to Reno 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 Reno, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices in Reno are 13% lower than in Virginia Beach, which means you’ll have more 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 Reno are 30.1% higher than in Virginia Beach.
• Income in Reno is 18.7% lower than in Virginia Beach, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Reno include Amerco, Trane, and Hamilton.
• The cost of living for a single person in Reno is 53.2% lower than in Virginia Beach. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Reno is 17.3% lower than in Virginia Beach.
• The unemployment rate in Reno is 4.17% lower than in Virginia Beach.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Reno, since the city’s sales taxes in Reno are 37.83% higher than in Virginia Beach.
• One perk of moving to Reno is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Virginia Beach.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,404.37 in Reno 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. Reno

• Reno might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 42% less than Virginia Beach.
• Reno offers better access to buses and trains than Virginia Beach, based on public transportation ratings. Reno has a transit score of 4 out of 10 compared to 3 in Virginia Beach. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Reno means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Virginia Beach. Reno is considered more walkable than Virginia Beach, with a score of 40 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, Reno 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. Reno has a bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, while Virginia Beach is rated as 42 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Reno is higher than in Virginia Beach, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 46.26 in Reno, it is 42.0 in Virginia Beach. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Reno. With a crime index of 53.74, Reno ranks lower in overall safety than Virginia Beach, whose index is Virginia Beach's 58.0. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Reno 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. Reno move

• Weather: Reno experiences very hot summer and very cold winter. If you're looking to relocate, consider the months of June, September and May as these months have favorable weather. December and January 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: Movers that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Nevada, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Nevada 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 Reno 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, the cost-free choice provided by movers, albeit with minimal coverage. Movers take responsibility for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover misplaced or damaged a valuable item like a 30-pound sculpture, you would only receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, explore alternative options with your selected moving company or consider consulting a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Where to live in Reno

With your sights set on "Biggest Little City in the World", these are some of the most popular neighborhoods to consider in Reno.

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