Best Fort Collins to St. Paul Movers

How Much Do Fort Collins to St. Paul Movers Cost?

Moving 890 miles from Fort Collins, CO to St. Paul, MN will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in St. Paul that already have a booked job heading from St. Paul to Fort Collins. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to St. Paul from Fort Collins entirely empty. If you can find a St. Paul moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Fort Collins to St. Paul moving option

Hire local Fort Collins movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire St. Paul movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Fort Collins to St. Paul move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Fort Collins to St. Paul movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Fort Collins, CO to St. Paul, MN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Fort Collins to St. Paul moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 27 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Fort Collins and St. Paul areas.

From these 27 companies, we analyzed a total of 7,973 reviews dating all the way back to August 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 22 state and federal moving licenses from these 27 companies and 151 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~7,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 1,858 Fort Collins to St. Paul moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Two College Movers) vs older more established companies (like American Moving & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Fort Collins to St. Paul moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.70/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 3,928 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.50/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 1,346 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.84/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 860 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.96/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 1,565 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.52/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 627 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.74/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 1,756 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.24/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 2,265 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.48/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 3,939 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.64/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 2,266 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.47/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 458 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.21/10 avg (Fort Collins & St. Paul combined) from 2,013 reviews

From Fort Collins to St. Paul: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Old Town in Fort Collins & Lowertown in St. Paul are both known for their: historic downtown district, restaurants & galleries
• Fort Collins' Midtown neighborhood & St. Paul's Midway both share: mixed-use area, retail & transport hub
• If you're moving from South College, check out Mac-Groveland in the St. Paul area for the: tree-lined streets & period homes
• Do you enjoy Fossil Ridge's family-oriented atmosphere, parks & trails? You're sure to love Highland Park
• Move from Rigden Farm to North End and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: spacious lots and suburban family vibes
• Laurelwood & Como Park are both known for their: lakeside green spaces & quiet streets
• Fort Collins' Hyde Park neighborhood & St. Paul's Summit Hill neighborhood both have: historic homes on leafy avenues
• If you're moving from Riverbend, look into Dayton’s Bluff for the: riverside parks & scenic views
• Do you cherish living in Prospect's urban infill, condos & walkability? Move into Lowertown for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Fort Collins to St. Paul

ConsFort Collins, CO

• Smaller city vibe
• Less cultural diversity
• Higher living costs
• Limited public transit
• Fewer career opportunities

ProsSt. Paul, MN

• Larger metro area
• More cultural diversity
• More affordable housing
• Expanded public transportation
• Broader job market

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St. Paul, MN

• Less nature access
• Older demographic
• Colder winters
• Less craft beer variety
• More urban feel

Fort Collins, CO

• Proximity to nature
• Youthful population
• Outdoor lifestyle
• Brewery scene
• Vibrant college town

Pros of moving from Fort Collins to St. Paul

• Say goodbye to the smaller city vibe and hello to the larger metro area
• Look forward to moving away from less cultural diversity and moving to St. Paul with more cultural diversity
• Swap the higher living costs of Fort Collins for more affordable housing in St. Paul
• Get ready for expanded public transportation in St. Paul

Cons of moving from Fort Collins to St. Paul

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the proximity to nature in Fort Collins to live with less nature access in St. Paul
• You'll lose out on the pro of a youthful population and have to settle for the con of an older demographic
• Time to bid farewell to the outdoor lifestyle and get used to colder winters in St. Paul
• Swap the brewery scene for less craft beer variety

Fort Collins vs. St. Paul: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Fort Collins to St. Paul, you will be trading the iconic Rocky Mountain Oysters of Fort Collins for the equally delicious Juicy Lucy Burger of St. Paul. And while the locals in Fort Collins rave about their flavorful Bison Burger and sumptuous Food Truck Tacos, St. Paul residents know they have tasty Walleye and Vietnamese Banh Mi to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Bowl they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Pho of St. Paul. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Fort Collins eateries like The Emporium: An American Brasserie, Rare Italian, and Social. After the boxes are unpacked in St. Paul, don't wait too long before making your way to St. Paul's acclaimed eateries like MN Noodle, Cossetta's, and Handsome Hog.

When comparing lifestyles, St. Paul shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Fort Collins. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in St. Paul compared to what you are used to in Fort Collins. Also, the overall foodie scene is similarly bustling in St. Paul.

Discover St. Paul Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to St. Paul is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Fort Collins favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved The Silver Grill Cafe, Jay's Bistro, and Lucile's Creole Cafe in Fort Collins, we're sure you'll love The Buttered Tin, Mancini's Char House, and Cajun Life in St. Paul. See our St. Paul restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Fort Collins hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Big Al's Burgers and Dogs, head to The Nook on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Fort Collins and St. Paul

• The Craftsman and Ranch architecture that Fort Collins is known for will be replaced with the Victorian and Craftsman architecture typical of St. Paul.
• Compared to Fort Collins's real estate listings that commonly reference nearby trails, St. Paul real estate listings often highlight features like historical neighborhoods.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. St. Paul is more walkable than Fort Collins.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. St. Paul is less bike-friendly than Fort Collins.
• St. Paul has more of an urban feel than Fort Collins.
• St. Paul housing costs are 50% less expensive than they are in Fort Collins, with a median home price of $284,228 compared to Fort Collins’s $565,591.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in St. Paul have increased by 25% compared to a 36% increase in Fort Collins.
• Rent in St. Paul is 21.12% more affordable than in Fort Collins.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in St. Paul, MN

1. Lowertown : You’ll love access to numerous dog parks and pet-friendly pubs that welcome your furry friends.
2. Highland Park : Enjoy extensive green spaces and walking paths perfect for your daily dog walks.
3. West Seventh : This vibrant neighborhood offers pet-friendly patios and is close to parks and the Mississippi River trails for outdoor adventures.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Fort Collins and St. Paul

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Fort Collins to St. Paul. St. Paul gets 16% fewer sunshine days than Fort Collins.
• St. Paul has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Fort Collins.
• Say goodbye to the possible wildfires and floods in Fort Collins, but be on the lookout for potential blizzards and tornadoes in St. Paul.
• The average summer high temperature in St. Paul is 2 degrees colder than in Fort Collins.
• The average winter lows are 6 degrees colder than they are in Fort Collins.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in St. Paul. St. Paul receives 16 more inches of rain compared to Fort Collins.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Fort Collins and St. Paul

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in St. Paul tend to earn about 11% less than in Fort Collins
• The COLI in St. Paul is 12% higher than what you are used to living in Fort Collins
• The state income tax in MN is 5.35-9.85 (progressive) compared to 4.55 (flat rate) in CO
• The affluence in St. Paul is moderate to high compared to moderate in Fort Collins
• The poverty level is higher than in Fort Collins in St. Paul compared to low in Fort Collins
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Fort Collins and higher than in Fort Collins in St. Paul

Political and Religious Climate in Fort Collins vs. St. Paul

• Fort Collins tends to lean Democratic in its political climate
• St. Paul, on the other hand, is often described as strongly Democratic
• St. Paul's religious environment can be described as largely Christian, with growing Muslim, Hindu, and Buddhist communities
• Fort Collins' residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as diverse, with a significant presence of Christianity and non-religious residents

Fort Collins vs. St. Paul Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 20% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in St. Paul compared to your Fort Collins commute. That's 2080 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in St. Paul to be worse than it is in Fort Collins.
• Public transit is more readily available in St. Paul.