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What to know before moving from Fargo to St. Paul

Moving from Fargo to St. Paul comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since St. Paul is generally more expensive than Fargo, 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 in St. Paul are 28% higher than in Fargo, 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 St. Paul are 3.2% lower than in Fargo.
• Income in St. Paul is 6.7% higher than in Fargo, 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 132.0% higher than in Fargo. 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 30.0% higher than in Fargo.
• The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 36.11% higher than in Fargo.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in St. Paul, since the city’s sales taxes in St. Paul are 31.73% higher than in Fargo.
• State income taxes in St. Paul are 239.66% higher than in Fargo.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $6,959.77 in St. Paul to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Fargo.

How life is different in Fargo vs. St. Paul

• The population of St. Paul is about 141% greater than Fargo, 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.
• St. Paul offers better access to buses and trains than Fargo, based on public transportation ratings. St. Paul has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 4 in Fargo. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in St. Paul means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Fargo. St. Paul is considered more walkable than Fargo, with a score of 60 out of 100 versus 45 out of 100 in Fargo. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, St. Paul is considered more bike-friendly than Fargo in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. St. Paul has a bike-friendliness score of 64 out of 100, while Fargo is rated as 49 out of 100.
• The crime rate in St. Paul is higher than in Fargo, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 50.86 in St. Paul, it is 8.0 in Fargo. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in St. Paul. With a crime index of 49.14, St. Paul ranks lower in overall safety than Fargo, whose index is Fargo's 56.17. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in St. Paul and Fargo 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 Fargo 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: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Minnesota moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Minnesota, though it\’s smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly toSt. Paul Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in St. Paul

Now that you’ve chosen "Pigs Eye" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in St. Paul to check out.

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