($1,994) Movers From Seattle, WA to Burlington, VT

What to know before moving from Seattle to Burlington

• Rent prices in Burlington are 11% higher than in Seattle.
• Home prices in Burlington are 41.1% lower than in Seattle.
• Income in Burlington is 14.5% lower than in Seattle.
• The cost of living for a single person in Burlington is 86.2% higher than in Seattle.
• The cost of living for a family in Burlington is 6.7% higher than in Seattle.
• The unemployment rate in Burlington is 33.33% lower than in Seattle.
• Sales taxes in Burlington are 32.37% lower than in Seattle.
• State income taxes in Burlington are 8.75% higher than in Seattle.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,587.14 in Burlington to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Seattle.

How life is different in Seattle vs. Burlington

• Burlington's population is about 94% less than Seattle.
• Burlington's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus Seattle's lower score of 8.
• Burlington is less walkable than Seattle with a score of 59 out of 100 vs Seattle's 74 out of 100.
• With a score of 81 out of 100, Burlington is more bike-friendly than Seattle, which has a score of 71 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Burlington's crime rate is lower than Seattle with a score of 43.33 compared to Seattle's 58.88. This means that Burlington neighborhoods are safer than 43.33% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Seattle neighborhoods are safer than 58.88%.
• Burlington is considered to be safer than Seattle with a safety index of 56.67 vs Seattle's 49.23.
• Air quality in Burlington is good, and in Seattle it's good.

Other things to consider for your Seattle vs. Burlington move

• Weather: August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Burlington, while January and February 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: Although a local license is not required in Vermont, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Vermont moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Vermont 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 Burlington. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. When it comes to movers' insurance in Vermont, many moving companies provide Released Value Protection at no extra charge, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For heightened protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Exploring third-party insurance providers for personalized plans is also an option. It's essential to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Vermont.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Burlington

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

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