Top St. George, UT to Pittsburgh, PA Movers

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

1. Legacy Moving: 4.28 out of 5 stars
2. Dixie Moving & Storage: 4.04 out of 5 stars
3. St. George Pro Movers: 3.96 out of 5 stars
4. Bellhop Moving: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Utah to Pennsylvania

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Utah to Pennsylvania typically costs between $1,401 and $5,895. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $3,757 and $8,046 when moving from UT to PA. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from Utah to Pennsylvania, you're looking at costs ranging from $7,703 up to $12,218.

Cost of moving containers from Utah to Pennsylvania

Moving containers from Utah to Pennsylvania will cost you $1,356 to $3,455 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $2,295 to $4,873. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $3,275 to $6,382. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of Utah.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Utah to Pennsylvania

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $1,403 and $2,528. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,476 and $3,224. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,900 up to $3,799 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Pittsburgh are 15% lower than in St. George, 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 Pittsburgh.
  Home prices in Pittsburgh are 55.6% lower than in St. George.
• Income in Pittsburgh is 7.2% lower than in St. George, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Pittsburgh — including UPMC, The PNC Financial Services Group, and Ppg Industries — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Pittsburgh. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 1.1% lower than in St. George.
• 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 9.5% higher than in St. George.
• The unemployment rate in Pittsburgh is 144.83% higher than in St. George.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Pittsburgh, since its sales taxes are 3.70% higher than what you are paying in St. George.
• One perk of moving to Pittsburgh is paying less in state income taxes, which are 37.98% lower than in St. George.

• The population of Pittsburgh is about 68% greater than St. George, 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.
• Pittsburgh offers better access to buses and trains than St. George, based on public transportation ratings. Pittsburgh has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 2 in St. George. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Pittsburgh means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in St. George. Pittsburgh is considered more walkable than St. George, with a score of 62 out of 100 versus 27 out of 100 in St. George. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Pittsburgh is considered more bike-friendly than St. George in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Pittsburgh has a bike-friendliness score of 55 out of 100, while St. George is rated as 45 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Pittsburgh is higher than in St. George, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 37.74 in Pittsburgh, it is 29.02 in St. George. 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 Pittsburgh. With a crime index of 62.26, Pittsburgh ranks lower in overall safety than St. George, whose index is 70.98. 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 Pittsburgh and St. George 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: 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.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Downtown
• Greenfield
• Oakland
• Polish Hill
• Shadyside

Best neighborhoods for families

• Brookline
• Highland Park
• Point Breeze
• Regent Square
• Squirrel Hill North

Things to do in Pittsburgh

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

• Arts and culture: Pittsburgh is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Duquesne Incline, Bicycle Heaven, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, The Andy Warhol Museum, and Senator John Heinz History Center.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Point State Park, Schenley Park, Frick Park, and West End - Elliot Overlook Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Pittsburgh Pirates (MLB), Pittsburgh Steelers (NFL), Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL), or Pittsburgh Riverhounds (USL Championship) game.