($1,244) Movers From St. Paul, MN to Omaha, NE

What to know before moving from St. Paul to Omaha

Moving from St. Paul to Omaha 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 Omaha, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices in Omaha are 4% lower than in St. Paul, 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 Omaha.
  Home prices in Omaha are 1.1% lower than in St. Paul.
• Income in Omaha is 3.0% higher than in St. Paul, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Omaha include Berkshire Hathaway, C&A Industries, and Union Pacific.
• The cost of living for a single person in Omaha is 13.8% lower than in St. Paul. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Omaha is 6.3% lower than in St. Paul.
• The unemployment rate in Omaha is 30.61% lower than in St. Paul.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Omaha, since the city’s sales taxes in Omaha are 29.15% lower than in St. Paul.
• One perk of moving to Omaha is paying less in state income taxes, which are 32.59% lower than in St. Paul.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,587.12 in Omaha 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. Omaha

• The population of Omaha is about 59% greater than St. Paul, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Getting around Omaha without a car might be more difficult than in St. Paul. Omaha has a public transportation score of 5 out of 10, whereas St. Paul is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Omaha neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as St. Paul. Based on its score of 48 out of 100, Omaha isn’t as walkable as St. Paul, which has a score of 60 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 Omaha, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than St. Paul. While St. Paul has a bike-friendliness score of 64 out of 100, Omaha earned a 42. 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.
• Omaha has a lower crime rate than St. Paul based on scores of 45.72 and St. Paul's 50.86, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Omaha than in St. Paul, based on Omaha’s safety index of 54.28 versus 49.14 for St. Paul. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Omaha and St. Paul 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 St. Paul vs. Omaha move

• Weather: Omaha has hot summers and cold winters. Most rain fall occurs during the warmer months.
• 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: The Nebraska Public Service Commission (NPSC) regulates local and intrastate moving companies within the state. All movers must have a Certificate of Authority issued by the NPSC, maintain minimum levels of insurance, and comply with regulations set forth by the Commission’s Motor Carrier Division.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Nebraska moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Nebraska 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 Omaha. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Opt for Released Value Protection, a no-cost choice with minimal coverage, as movers are liable for up to 60 cents per pound per item. For example, if your mover misplaces or damages a valuable antique weighing 30 pounds, you'd receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For broader coverage, discuss alternatives with your moving company or consider consulting 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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