($1,507) Movers From Riverside, CA to St. Paul, MN

What to know before moving from Riverside to St. Paul

• Rent prices in St. Paul are 41% lower than in Riverside.
• Home prices in St. Paul are 56.7% lower than in Riverside.
• Income in St. Paul is 17.3% lower than in Riverside.
• The cost of living for a single person in St. Paul is 41.2% higher than in Riverside.
• The cost of living for a family in St. Paul is 23.4% lower than in Riverside.
• The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 30.99% lower than in Riverside.
• Sales taxes in St. Paul are 12.91% higher than in Riverside.
• State income taxes in St. Paul are 25.94% lower than in Riverside.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $4,235.91 in St. Paul to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Riverside.

How life is different in Riverside vs. St. Paul

• St. Paul's population is about 4% less than Riverside.
• St. Paul's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Riverside's higher score of 5.
• St. Paul is more walkable than Riverside with a score of 60 out of 100 vs Riverside's 43 out of 100.
• With a score of 64 out of 100, St. Paul is more bike-friendly than Riverside, which has a score of 49 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• St. Paul's crime rate is higher than Riverside with a score of 50.86 compared to Riverside's 40.24. This means that St. Paul neighborhoods are safer than 50.86% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Riverside neighborhoods are safer than 40.24%.
• St. Paul is considered to be less safe than Riverside with a score of 49.14 vs Riverside's 59.76.
• Air quality in St. Paul is good, and in Riverside it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Riverside vs. St. Paul move

• Weather: St. Paul has frigid and snowy winters, while summers are warm to hot and humid. St. Paul experiences a full range of precipitation and related weather events, including snow, sleet, ice, rain, thunderstorms, tornadoes, and fog
• 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: To operate legally within the state, Minnesota household goods movers must have a current permit from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). Before being granted operating authority, each moving company must file a public tariff, provide proof of insurance and submit a Certificate of Compliance to MnDOT. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Minnesota moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Minnesota 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 St. Paul. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Minnesota, opt for the budget-friendly Released Value Protection provided by movers at no extra charge. While economical, it offers minimal coverage at 60 cents per pound per article. For full value coverage of your items, consult with your chosen moving company for alternatives 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 St. Paul

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