{"id":4594,"date":"2023-03-23T07:29:25","date_gmt":"2023-03-23T07:29:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bellhopblog.com\/blog\/?p=4594"},"modified":"2024-10-30T19:21:59","modified_gmt":"2024-10-30T19:21:59","slug":"moving-to-virginia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-to-virginia\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Moving to Virginia Right for You? Updated for 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_38 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump Ahead To: <\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-to-virginia\/#Everything_you_need_to_know_about_moving_to_Virginia\" title=\"Everything you need to know about moving to Virginia\">Everything you need to know about moving to Virginia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-to-virginia\/#Moving_to_Virginia_a_brief_overview_of_the_state\" title=\"Moving to Virginia, a brief overview of the state.\">Moving to Virginia, a brief overview of the state.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-to-virginia\/#What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_moving_to_Virginia\" title=\"What are the pros and cons of moving to Virginia?\">What are the pros and cons of moving to Virginia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-to-virginia\/#A_stellar_economy_and_a_reasonable_cost_of_living_make_moving_to_Virginia_a_breeze\" title=\"A stellar economy and a reasonable cost of living make moving to Virginia a breeze.\">A stellar economy and a reasonable cost of living make moving to Virginia a breeze.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-to-virginia\/#What_are_the_best_places_to_live_in_Virginia\" title=\"What are the best places to live in Virginia?\">What are the best places to live in Virginia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-to-virginia\/#Still_on_the_fence_about_moving_to_Virginia\" title=\"Still on the fence about moving to Virginia?\">Still on the fence about moving to Virginia?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-everything-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-virginia\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Everything_you_need_to_know_about_moving_to_Virginia\"><\/span>Everything you need to know about moving to Virginia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Relocating can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to narrowing down places to live. Don\u2019t worry, this blog will help you decide if Virginia is your next big adventure!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1880\" height=\"752\" class=\"wp-image-4317 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Nevada\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginianorfolk.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginianorfolk.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginianorfolk-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginianorfolk-768x307.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginianorfolk-1024x410.jpg 1024w\"><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If you\u2019re thinking about moving to Virginia, you\u2019ve certainly come to the right place. Also, if you are looking for <a href=\"\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-virginia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the best places to live in Virginia<\/a>, we\u2019ve got you covered.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We\u2019re about to take you on a journey, exploring both the old and the new, uncovering what exactly makes Virginia such a great state to call home\u00a0(oh, and by way of introduction, we\u2019re Bellhop\u2014movers in Virginia, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/richmond\/movers\/\">Richmond movers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/arlington\/movers\/\">Arlington movers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/fairfax\/movers\/\">Fairfax movers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/midlothian\/movers\/\">Midlothian movers<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/alexandria\/movers\/\">Alexandria movers<\/a> and throughout the country).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-moving-to-virginia-a-brief-overview-of-the-state\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moving_to_Virginia_a_brief_overview_of_the_state\"><\/span>Moving to Virginia, a brief overview of the state.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>It\u2019s too bad we\u2019re not talking about West Virginia today, we could have opened this section up with John Denver\u2019s iconic song \u201cTake Me Home\u201d\u2026<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><em>Almost heaven, West Virginia. Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River, Life is old there, older than the trees. Younger than the mountains, blowing like a breeze.<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Fortunately, with Virginia being so close, many of the features and elements that make West Virginia stunning hold true for its Eastern neighbor. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to Tidewater, From the Northern Neck to the Eastern Shore, Virginia is not only gorgeous, it has considerable environmental diversity.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Nicknamed Old Dominion, Virginia is home to a variety of natural beauties. For one, it has thousands and thousands of miles of coastline. In fact, the state\u2019s largest city, Virginia Beach, is located on the coast where the Chesapeake Bay collides with the Atlantic. The city of Virginia Beach alone boasts over 38 miles of coastline, much of which consists of pristine beaches.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>But, the ocean isn\u2019t the only water that can be enjoyed in Virginia. The state is home to four major rivers that flow into the Chesapeake Bay. These, from North to South, are Potomac-Shenandoah River system, the Rappahannock River, the York River, and the James River. A quick Google search and you will quickly understand why this is worth mentioning. Between these four rivers and dozens of other smaller rivers, the state takes on a National Geographic like beauty that is difficult to fathom. Not to mention, over 217 miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains run through Virginia. So, you\u2019re getting the best of both worlds.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And, with this beauty, naturally comes a considerable amount of outdoor activities. Be it mountain biking, paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, surfing or camping you\u2019ll never run out of things to do in this lovely state. And, if sweating just isn\u2019t your thing, we think you\u2019ll enjoy simply sipping tea and taking in the view, too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"h-virginia-has-got-some-fire-power\">Virginia has got some fire-power.<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Are you sitting down? This number is going to surprise you. The state of Virginia is home to twenty-seven military bases. In fact, every single service branch has at least one base set up in the state of Virginia.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Naturally, this type of military influence changes up the culture some. Take Virginia Beach, for example, in this city alone there are over 60,000 veterans. That\u2019s a lot when you consider the city as a whole has a population of 500,000. Naval Air Station Oceana, located in Virginia Beach, is responsible for over 60,000 military take-offs and landings each year. <em>That\u2019s roughly 165 a day.<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>So, if you\u2019re concerned about a zombie apocalypse or a foreign invasion, we\u2019re fairly certain Virginia is a safe state to call home. You\u2019re literally surrounded by military personnel at all times.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-what-are-the-pros-and-cons-of-moving-to-virginia\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_moving_to_Virginia\"><\/span>What are the pros and cons of moving to Virginia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Virginia, all in all, is a magnificent state. But, like every other state in the U.S., it has some not so great things about it, too. In this section, we\u2019ll be covering what we love about Virginia and what we don\u2019t. Here are the pros and cons of moving to Virginia.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"h-the-pros-of-moving-to-virginia-great-schools-and-southern-hospitality\">The pros of moving to Virginia\u2026 great schools and southern hospitality.<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We try to be optimistic here at Bellhop, so to kick things off we\u2019re going to start with the pros of moving to Virginia. For one, Virginia has great schools. The University of Virginia and Virginia Tech, both considered to be among some of the best schools in the nation are located in Virginia. So, if you are a young professional raising a family and want your kids to have access to world-class higher education (for an in-state price tag)\u2026 moving to Virginia might not be a bad idea. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And, in addition to the smarts, Virginia is known for being exceptionally polite too. Unlike larger cities like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/ma\/boston\/movers\/\">Boston<\/a> and New York, folks in Virginia say hello when they pass you on the streets, they open doors for you and they aren\u2019t afraid to give you a friendly smile. While this cultural change can take some getting used to, especially if you\u2019re moving from a bigger city, most who experience it, fall in love with it.<\/p><div class=\"getbe-middle\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center; \" id=\"getbe-617971623\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/book\/service\/\" aria-label=\"The Better Way to Move\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"The Better Way to Move\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" width=\"600\" height=\"160\" style=\" max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160.png 600w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160-300x80.png 300w\"><\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1880\" height=\"1410\" class=\"wp-image-4313 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Nevada\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia3.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia3.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia3-1024x768.jpg 1024w\"><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"h-the-cons-of-moving-to-virginia-nasty-traffic-congestion-and-you-can-get-fined-for-swearing\">The cons of moving to Virginia\u2026 nasty traffic congestion (and you can get fined for swearing).<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With that said, it\u2019s certainly not all rainbows and butterflies in Old Dominion. Many folks say that Northern Virginia has some of the worst traffic in the nation. With it hugging D.C., the area can become packed like sardines, quickly. If you\u2019re moving from New York, Chicago or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/ca\/los-angeles\/movers\/\">Los Angeles<\/a> , this might not be a concern for you. But, if you\u2019re used to being able to jump in a car and get anywhere in less than five minutes, you might want to think twice about moving to\u00a0 Northern Virginia. This can be a problem in the the eastern part of the state as well, Hampton Roads, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, where the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel can be a major chokepoint to traffic.<\/p>\r\n<p>On the bright side, traffic in Richmond and elsewhere in the state is usually quite tolerable.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Also, and this is more of a funny\/interesting point versus an actual con, Virginia doesn\u2019t have a high tolerance for foul language. In fact, in some areas of Virginia Beach, you can get fined for cursing. Not a problem if you don\u2019t cuss. But, if you have a mouth like a sailor, be on the lookout for \u201cno cursing signs\u201d before you start throwing out some words we can\u2019t repeat here.<\/p>\r\n<p>Want to learn more about living in Northern Virginia? Check out our guide to <a href=\"\/moving-to\/fairfax-virginia\/\">moving to Fairfax<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-a-stellar-economy-and-a-reasonable-cost-of-living-make-moving-to-virginia-a-breeze\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_stellar_economy_and_a_reasonable_cost_of_living_make_moving_to_Virginia_a_breeze\"><\/span>A stellar economy and a reasonable cost of living make moving to Virginia a breeze.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Virginia has a <em>rich<\/em> history of being a <em>rich<\/em> state. Jamestown, the first capital of Virginia, was actually the first English settlement in the United States and was founded with the sole purpose to increase England\u2019s wealth and power. While growth in Virginia has slowed down over the past few years, growth in Northern Virginia and Virginia Beach continues to be robust, driving the state as a whole. Though that being said, parts of Western and Southwestern Virginia have suffered deep declines over the past twenty years.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"h-virginia-a-wealthy-state-with-a-reasonable-cost-of-living\">Virginia, a wealthy state with a reasonable cost of living.<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With twenty-seven military bases in Virginia and it being so close to the Pentagon, it\u2019s safe to say a big money maker for the state is the government. While some say this could eventually be a weakness for Virginia, it\u2019s doing them tons of good right now. Not to mention, with Virginia having twenty-one Fortune 500 companies scattered across the state\u2026 Dollar Tree, CarMax and Capital One to name a few\u2026 we aren\u2019t too concerned.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And, if Virginia has anything going for it, it\u2019s the relatively low cost of living. No, it\u2019s not cheap when compared to the United States as a whole. But, when you compare large Virginia cities to East Coast cities, you\u2019re saving yourself some hard earned money.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1880\" height=\"1231\" class=\"wp-image-4312 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Nevada\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1880px) 100vw, 1880px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia2.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia2.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia2-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia2-768x503.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/virginia2-1024x671.jpg 1024w\"><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-what-are-the-best-places-to-live-in-virginia\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_best_places_to_live_in_Virginia\"><\/span>What are the best places to live in Virginia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>There are so many lovely cities in Virginia. So, consolidating the list to just three was a challenge for us. With that said, our favorite cities (and the ones we most recommend) are Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Richmond \u2013\u2013 all very different flavors but delicious flavors nonetheless.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"h-join-the-renaissance-in-richmond\">Join the renaissance in Richmond.<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/richmond\/movers\/\">Richmond<\/a>, Virginia is in the midst of a beautiful renaissance. It\u2019s low cost of living and progressive culture is turning the city into a safe haven for hipsters, creatives and entrepreneurs looking to escape the big bustling cities and march to the beat of their own drum. Richmond is a hidden gem with plenty of historic charm and one we recommend first on this list simply because you\u2019ll have the chance to be a part of something magical happening there. For a mid-sized city, Richmond punches above its weight in terms of quality restaurants and breweries, as well as having a thriving music scene. And with the James River flowing right through downtown, it&#8217;s a mountain biker&#8217;s paradise &#8211; and even features some of the few urban whitewater rapids in the country. Richmond is also a great place for young professionals too\u2026 with 7 fortune 500 companies headquartered there, the opportunity for career growth is endless. If you are thinking of making the leap and <a href=\"\/moving-to\/richmond-virginia\/\">moving to Richmond<\/a>, feel free to give us a call. We\u2019d love to help.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"h-enjoy-the-sun-in-virginia-beach\">Enjoy the sun in Virginia Beach.<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Okay, so we don\u2019t have to sell you hard on this one. It\u2019s Virginia Beach, after all. We imagine you\u2019ve heard of it. Virginia\u2019s largest city boasts over 38 miles of coastline and offers a very unique culture that combines a southern feel with a laid back beach vibe. If you want to jump into a strong economy while also being a beach bum on the weekends, we couldn\u2019t recommend Virginia Beach more.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"h-and-lastly-there-is-norfolk\">And, lastly, there is Norfolk.<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Norfolk offers a healthy work\/life balance. It\u2019s built into the culture. Norfolkians ask <em>what do you like to<\/em> do before <em>what do you do for a living<\/em>. They\u2019re more concerned with life versus strictly work and that\u2019s a beautiful refreshing thing for those coming from larger work-centric cities. Norfolk is also home to a growing art scene and one heck of a beer and food culture. Just don&#8217;t pronounce it Nor-Folk. It&#8217;s pronounced Naw-fick.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/how-much-do-movers-cost\/\"><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/a> of moving:<\/p>\r\n<p>The costs of moving to Virginia can depend on a variety of factors. How far are you moving? Do you need more than one truck? Do you need to <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/moving-services\/storage\/\"   title=\"storage\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">storage<\/a>? One way to gauge the costs of moving to Virginia is to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/moving-cost-calculator\/\">moving cost calculator<\/a> to begin to plan within your budget.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-still-on-the-fence-about-moving-to-virginia\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Still_on_the_fence_about_moving_to_Virginia\"><\/span>Still on the fence about moving to Virginia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We\u2019re really digging Virginia. But, maybe it\u2019s not for you? If so, we really encourage you to check out some of our other state guides.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Regardless, no matter where you decide to settle down, don\u2019t hesitate to give us a call when you\u2019re ready to make your jump. If you decide to move in or to Virginia, don\u2019t hesitate to reach out. We have <a href=\"\/va\/richmond\/long-distance-movers\/\">Richmond long-distance movers<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/arlington\/long-distance-movers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arlington long-distance movers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/alexandria\/long-distance-movers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alexandria long-distance movers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/va\/fairfax\/long-distance-movers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fairfax long-distance movers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <a href=\"\/dc\/washington\/long-distance-movers\/\">Washington DC long-distance movers<\/a>, and long-distance movers throughout the country when you&#8217;re ready.<\/span><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everything you need to know about moving to Virginia Relocating can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to narrowing down places to live. 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