($1,542) Movers From Chandler, AZ to St. Paul, MN

What to know before moving from Chandler to St. Paul

• Rent prices in St. Paul are 40% lower than in Chandler.
• Home prices in St. Paul are 47.1% lower than in Chandler.
• Income in St. Paul is 1.7% lower than in Chandler.
• The cost of living for a single person in St. Paul is 322.9% higher than in Chandler.
• The cost of living for a family in St. Paul is 43.5% higher than in Chandler.
• The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 7.55% lower than in Chandler.
• Sales taxes in St. Paul are 26.67% higher than in Chandler.
• State income taxes in St. Paul are 294.00% higher than in Chandler.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $12,688.01 in St. Paul to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Chandler.

How life is different in Chandler vs. St. Paul

• St. Paul's population is about 10% greater than Chandler.
• St. Paul's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Chandler's higher score of 4.
• St. Paul is more walkable than Chandler with a score of 60 out of 100 vs Chandler's 35 out of 100.
• With a score of 64 out of 100, St. Paul is more bike-friendly than Chandler, which has a score of 55 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 Chandler with a score of 50.86 compared to Chandler's 23.39. This means that St. Paul neighborhoods are safer than 50.86% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Chandler neighborhoods are safer than 23.39%.
• St. Paul is considered to be less safe than Chandler with a score of 49.14 vs Chandler's 76.61.
• Air quality in St. Paul is good, and in Chandler it's good.

Other things to consider for your Chandler 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

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Pigs Eye", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in St. Paul.

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