Top Providence, RI to St. Paul, MN Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from St. Paul to Providence guide.

1. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
2. Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.72 out of 5 stars
3. Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
4. Economy Movers & Storage Inc: 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. Bristol-Plymouth Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.8 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Rhode Island to Minnesota

Planning a move from Rhode Island to Minnesota? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,392 and $5,724. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $3,459 and $7,444 for the same journey (RI to MN). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $5,840 to $10,709.

Cost of moving containers from Rhode Island to Minnesota

Moving containers from Rhode Island to Minnesota will cost you $1,221 to $3,025 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $2,141 to $4,151. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,936 to $5,464. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of Rhode Island.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Rhode Island to Minnesota

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $1,024 to $1,937. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $1,084 to $2,280, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Rhode Island to Minnesota costs around $1,392 to $2,957.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in St. Paul are 39% lower than in Providence, 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 St. Paul.
  Home prices in St. Paul are 30.2% lower than in Providence.
• Income in St. Paul is 9.3% lower than in Providence, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in St. Paul — including Siemens, ACS Group, and 3M — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in St. Paul, since the cost of living for a single person in St. Paul is 45.7% higher than in Providence. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to St. Paul can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 20.6% less than what it costs in Providence.
• The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 43.02% lower than in Providence.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in St. Paul, since its sales taxes are 41.14% higher than what you are paying in Providence.
• State income taxes in St. Paul are 64.44% higher than in Providence.

• The population of St. Paul is about 59% greater than Providence, 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 Providence, based on public transportation ratings. St. Paul has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 7 in Providence. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• St. Paul neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Providence. Based on its score of 60 out of 100, St. Paul isn't as walkable as Providence, which has a score of 76 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.
• St. Paul and Providence are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 64 and 61 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in St. Paul as Providence. 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 Providence, 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 Providence 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.

• 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: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• 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. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Minnesota moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Minnesota does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to St. Paul. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Downtown
• St. Anthony Park
• Summit Hill
• Summit-University
• Union Park

Best neighborhoods for families

• Macalester-Groveland
• Summit Hill
• Highland
• Union Park
• St. Anthony Park

Things to do in St. Paul

After getting comfortable in your new Minnesota home, it's time to see what St. Paul is all about. Whether you're into food, art, nature, or nightlife — there's plenty to check out:

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in St. Paul include museums and art centers like the Science Museum of Minnesota, Minnesota History Center, Historic Fort Snelling, James J. Hill House, and Minnesota Children's Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Rice Park, Mears Park, Harriet Island Regional Park, and Indian Mounds Regional Park — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Minnesota Wild (NHL), St. Paul Saints (MiLB), St. Paul Twin Stars (NPSL), or Minnesota United FC (MLS) game.