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What to know before moving from Columbus to St. Paul

Moving from Columbus to St. Paul comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since St. Paul is generally more expensive than Columbus, 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 6% lower than in Columbus, 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 Columbus.
  Home prices in St. Paul are 16.5% higher than in Columbus.
• Income in St. Paul is 2.4% lower than in Columbus, so you could earn less 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 30.5% higher than in Columbus. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in St. Paul is 40.8% lower than in Columbus.
• The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 14.04% lower than in Columbus.
• 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 Columbus.
• State income taxes in St. Paul are 181.43% higher than in Columbus.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,914.87 in St. Paul to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Columbus.

How life is different in Columbus vs. St. Paul

• St. Paul might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 67% less than Columbus.
• St. Paul offers better access to buses and trains than Columbus, based on public transportation ratings. St. Paul has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 5 in Columbus. 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 Columbus. St. Paul is considered more walkable than Columbus, with a score of 60 out of 100 versus 41 out of 100 in Columbus. 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 Columbus 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 Columbus is rated as 48 out of 100.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in St. Paul as Columbus. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• St. Paul is generally as safe as Columbus, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in St. Paul and Columbus 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 Columbus 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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