($1,552) Movers From St. Paul, MN to Chapel Hill, NC

What to know before moving from St. Paul to Chapel Hill

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

Check out how St. Paul compares to Chapel Hill so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Chapel Hill are 44% higher than in St. Paul, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in St. Paul.
  Home prices in Chapel Hill are 112.9% higher than in St. Paul.
• Income in Chapel Hill is 3.4% higher than in St. Paul, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Chapel Hill include University of North Carolina, Performance Bicycle, and Investors Title.
• The cost of living for a single person in Chapel Hill is 38.1% lower than in St. Paul. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Chapel Hill, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Chapel Hill is 11.7% higher than in St. Paul.
• The unemployment rate in Chapel Hill is 34.69% lower than in St. Paul.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Chapel Hill, since the city’s sales taxes in Chapel Hill are 24.09% lower than in St. Paul.
• One perk of moving to Chapel Hill is paying less in state income taxes, which are 54.31% lower than in St. Paul.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,856.32 in Chapel Hill to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in St. Paul.

How life is different in St. Paul vs. Chapel Hill

• Chapel Hill's population is about 79% less than St. Paul.
• Chapel Hill's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus St. Paul's higher score of 8.
• Chapel Hill is less walkable than St. Paul with a score of 34 out of 100 vs St. Paul's 60 out of 100.
• Chapel Hill has a bike-friendliness score 50 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as St. Paul, which has a score of 64 out of 100.
• Chapel Hill's crime rate is lower than St. Paul with a score of 26.42 compared to St. Paul's 50.86. This means that Chapel Hill neighborhoods are safer than 26.42% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and St. Paul neighborhoods are safer than 50.86%.
• Chapel Hill is considered to be safer than St. Paul with a safety index of 73.58 vs St. Paul's 49.14.
• Air quality in Chapel Hill is moderate, and in St. Paul it's good.

Other things to consider for your St. Paul vs. Chapel Hill move

• Weather: May, September and October are the most pleasant months for moving as these are the driest month in Chapel Hill in a yearl, while January and July are the months you need to watch out as there might be some weather-related delays.
• 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: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT).Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a North Carolina moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: North Carolina 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 Chapel Hill. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company 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.

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