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What to know before moving from Toledo to St. Paul

Moving from Toledo to St. Paul comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since St. Paul is generally more expensive than Toledo, 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 50% higher than in Toledo, 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 Toledo.
  Home prices in St. Paul are 133.8% higher than in Toledo.
• Income is the same in St. Paul and Toledo. 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 98.5% higher than in Toledo. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in St. Paul is 13.1% lower than in Toledo.
• The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 26.87% lower than in Toledo.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in St. Paul, since the city’s sales taxes in St. Paul are 35.34% higher than in Toledo.
• State income taxes in St. Paul are 181.43% higher than in Toledo.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,955.74 in St. Paul to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Toledo.

How life is different in Toledo vs. St. Paul

• The population of St. Paul is about 12% greater than Toledo, 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 Toledo, based on public transportation ratings. St. Paul has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 3 in Toledo. 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 Toledo. St. Paul is considered more walkable than Toledo, with a score of 60 out of 100 versus 46 out of 100 in Toledo. 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 Toledo 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 Toledo is rated as 46 out of 100.
• St. Paul has a lower crime rate than Toledo based on scores of 50.86 and Toledo's 67.44, 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 St. Paul than in Toledo, based on St. Paul’s safety index of 49.14 versus 32.56 for Toledo. 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 St. Paul and Toledo 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 Toledo 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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