($1,533) Movers From Minneapolis, MN to Pittsburgh , PA

What to know before moving from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh

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

Check out how Minneapolis compares to Pittsburgh so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Pittsburgh are 1% higher than in Minneapolis, 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 Pittsburgh .
  Home prices in Pittsburgh are 28.8% lower than in Minneapolis.
• Income in Pittsburgh is 22.5% lower than in Minneapolis, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Pittsburgh include UPMC, The PNC Financial Services Group, and Ppg Industries.
• The cost of living for a single person in Pittsburgh is 45.4% lower than in Minneapolis. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Pittsburgh , keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Pittsburgh is 6.4% higher than in Minneapolis.
• The unemployment rate in Pittsburgh is 57.78% higher than in Minneapolis.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Pittsburgh , since the city’s sales taxes in Pittsburgh are 22.48% lower than in Minneapolis.
• One perk of moving to Pittsburgh is paying less in state income taxes, which are 68.83% lower than in Minneapolis.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,637.69 in Pittsburgh to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Minneapolis.

How life is different in Minneapolis vs. Pittsburgh

• Pittsburgh might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 29% less than Minneapolis.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Pittsburgh will be about the same as it currently is in Minneapolis. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Pittsburgh neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Minneapolis. Based on its score of 62 out of 100, Pittsburgh isn’t as walkable as Minneapolis, which has a score of 71 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 Pittsburgh , which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Minneapolis. While Minneapolis has a bike-friendliness score of 83 out of 100, Pittsburgh earned a 55. 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.
• Pittsburgh has a lower crime rate than Minneapolis based on scores of 37.74 and Minneapolis's 56.06, 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 Pittsburgh than in Minneapolis, based on Pittsburgh ’s safety index of 62.26 versus 43.94 for Minneapolis. 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 Pittsburgh and Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis vs. Pittsburgh move

• Weather: Pittsburgh summers are hot and winters are moderately cold with wide variations in temperature. Despite this, it has one of the most pleasant summer climates between medium and large cities in the U.S
• 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 decades movers In Pennsylvania were regulated by the Public Utility Commission (PUC). Each company was issued a PUC Number and was required to abide by a universal publicly published tariff that established the rates movers could charge for various services. Now, some sources claim that the PUC no longer regulates in-state movers, and it appears as though the PUC’s website is no longer functioning. So if you’re moving within Pennsylvania, you’ll want to address these issues with your moving company representative and if possible, contact the state directly.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Pennsylvania moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Pennsylvania 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 Pittsburgh . Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.In Pennsylvania, movers typically offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For more comprehensive coverage, inquire about Full Value Protection with the moving company, or explore third-party insurance options for tailored plans. Consider coverage limits, additional costs, and reviews before making a decision.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in Pittsburgh

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