($1,615) Movers From St. Paul, MN to Reno, NV

What to know before moving from St. Paul to Reno

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

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

• Rent prices in Reno are 26% 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 Reno are 88.2% higher than in St. Paul.
• Income in Reno is 4.7% higher than in St. Paul, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Reno include Amerco, Trane, and Hamilton.
• The cost of living for a single person in Reno is 41.6% lower than in St. Paul. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Reno, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Reno is 13.9% higher than in St. Paul.
• The unemployment rate in Reno is 6.12% lower than in St. Paul.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Reno, since the city’s sales taxes in Reno are 16.30% lower than in St. Paul.
• One perk of moving to Reno is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in St. Paul.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,752.27 in Reno 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. Reno

• Reno might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 13% less than St. Paul.
• Getting around Reno without a car might be more difficult than in St. Paul. Reno has a public transportation score of 4 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.
• Reno neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as St. Paul. Based on its score of 40 out of 100, Reno 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 Reno, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than St. Paul. While St. Paul has a bike-friendliness score of 64 out of 100, Reno earned a 52. 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.
• Reno has a lower crime rate than St. Paul based on scores of 46.26 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 Reno than in St. Paul, based on Reno’s safety index of 53.74 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 Reno 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. Reno move

• Weather: Reno experiences very hot summer and very cold winter. If you're looking to relocate, consider the months of June, September and May as these months have favorable weather. December and January are the least comfortable 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: Movers that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Nevada moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Nevada 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 Reno. 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, the cost-free choice provided by movers, albeit with minimal coverage. Movers take responsibility for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover misplaced or damaged a valuable item like a 30-pound sculpture, you would only receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, explore alternative options with your selected 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.

Where to live in Reno

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