($1,431) Movers From Austin, TX to St. Louis, MO

What to know before moving from Austin to St. Louis

Moving from Austin to St. Louis means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Austin than in St. Louis, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Austin compares to St. Louis so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in St. Louis are 29% lower than in Austin, 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 St. Louis.
  Home prices in St. Louis are 66.3% lower than in Austin.
• Income in St. Louis is 3.2% lower than in Austin, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in St. Louis include BJC HealthCare, Walmart, and Washington University.
• The cost of living for a single person in St. Louis is 22.6% lower than in Austin. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in St. Louis is 15.9% lower than in Austin.
• The unemployment rate in St. Louis is 80.00% higher than in Austin.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in St. Louis, since the city’s sales taxes in St. Louis are 17.33% higher than in Austin.
• State income taxes in St. Louis are 4.80% higher than in Austin.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,321.97 in St. Louis to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Austin.

How life is different in Austin vs. St. Louis

• St. Louis might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 70% less than Austin.
• St. Louis offers better access to buses and trains than Austin, based on public transportation ratings. St. Louis has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 5 in Austin. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in St. Louis means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Austin. St. Louis is considered more walkable than Austin, with a score of 66 out of 100 versus 42 out of 100 in Austin. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, St. Louis is considered more bike-friendly than Austin in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. St. Louis has a bike-friendliness score of 58 out of 100, while Austin is rated as 54 out of 100.
• The crime rate in St. Louis is higher than in Austin, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 69.65 in St. Louis, it is 42.91 in Austin. 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 St. Louis. With a crime index of 30.35, St. Louis ranks lower in overall safety than Austin, whose index is Austin's 59.87. 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 St. Louis isn’t as good as it is in Austin, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. St. Louis has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Austin is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

Other things to consider for your Austin vs. St. Louis move

• Weather: St. Louis experiences hot summers, cold winters, many thunderstorms, and tornados. There's a chance that the climate will affect your move so be sure to check the forecast ahead of time.
• 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 local and intrastate relocation services in Missouri fall under the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT). Every household goods mover operating in the state is required to have a MoDOT Number. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company’s license in Missouri, visit the state's public utilities commission
• Moving permits: While Missouri 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 St. Louis 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 budget-friendly choice with no extra cost from movers. This minimal coverage ensures that movers are liable for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per item. For a comprehensive coverage of your valuables, explore alternative options with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider. Ensure the full value of your items is covered by consulting with the moving company for suitable alternatives.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

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