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What to know before moving from Lexington to St. Paul

Moving from Lexington to St. Paul comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since St. Paul is generally more expensive than Lexington, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices are the same in St. Paul and Lexington.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in St. Paul.
  Home prices in St. Paul are 10.0% lower than in Lexington.
• Income in St. Paul is 3.2% higher than in Lexington, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in St. Paul include Siemens, ACS Group, and 3M.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in St. Paul, since the cost of living for a single person in St. Paul is 17.2% higher than in Lexington. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to St. Paul, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in St. Paul is 2.9% higher than in Lexington.
• The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 13.95% higher than in Lexington.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in St. Paul, since the city’s sales taxes in St. Paul are 64.67% higher than in Lexington.
• State income taxes in St. Paul are 146.25% higher than in Lexington.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,515.81 in St. Paul to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Lexington.

How life is different in Lexington vs. St. Paul

• St. Paul might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 5% less than Lexington.
• St. Paul offers better access to buses and trains than Lexington, based on public transportation ratings. St. Paul has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 4 in Lexington. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• St. Paul neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Lexington. Based on its score of 60 out of 100, St. Paul isn’t as walkable as Lexington, which has a score of 90 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in St. Paul, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Lexington. While Lexington has a bike-friendliness score of 85 out of 100, St. Paul earned a 64. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in St. Paul as Lexington. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• St. Paul is generally as safe as Lexington, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in St. Paul and Lexington is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Lexington 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: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• 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.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Minnesota moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Minnesota doesn\’t require moving permits, but it\’s still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You’ll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to St. Paul. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.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: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in St. Paul

Ready to relocate to "Pigs Eye"? Here are some of the top neighborhoods to consider in St. Paul.

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