Best St. Paul to Worcester Movers

How Much Do St. Paul to Worcester Movers Cost?

Moving 1,247 miles from St. Paul, MN to Worcester, MA will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000 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 Worcester that already have a booked job heading from Worcester to St. Paul. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Worcester from St. Paul entirely empty. If you can find a Worcester moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper St. Paul to Worcester moving option

Hire local St. Paul 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 Worcester movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this St. Paul to Worcester 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 St. Paul to Worcester 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 St. Paul, MN to Worcester, MA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 56 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the St. Paul and Worcester areas.

From these 56 companies, we analyzed a total of 20,521 reviews dating all the way back to July 2005.

We also reviewed a total of 53 state and federal moving licenses from these 56 companies and 290 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~20,000 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 7,354 St. Paul to Worcester 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 Paradise Moving & Storage) vs older more established companies (like Stairhopper Movers).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.97/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 13,389 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.82/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 5,375 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.37/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 3,751 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.31/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 5,315 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.26/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 2,336 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.09/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 6,810 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.33/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 7,508 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.77/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 13,357 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.93/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 7,831 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.28/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 1,245 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.54/10 avg (St. Paul & Worcester combined) from 7,061 reviews

From St. Paul to Worcester: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Summit Hill in St. Paul & Tatnuck in Worcester are both known for their quiet residential area with single-family homes
• St. Paul's Macalester-Groveland neighborhood & Worcester's University District both share a historic homes & college-town atmosphere
• If you're moving from Highland Park, check out West Side in the Worcester area for the park access & family-friendly vibe
• Do you enjoy Lowertown's arts scene, loft-style housing & nightlife? You're sure to love Canal District
• Move from Frogtown to Vernon Hill and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: historic bungalows/triple-deckers & tight-knit community
• West 7th & Shrewsbury Street are both known for their local eateries & bustling nightlife
• St. Paul's Hamline-Midway neighborhood & Worcester's Burncoat neighborhood both have residential streets & a suburban feel

Pros and Cons of Moving from St. Paul to Worcester

ConsSt. Paul, MN

• Colder winters
• Less diverse cuisine
• Fewer historical sites
• Smaller tech hub

ProsWorcester, MA

• More moderate winters
• Greater food diversity
• Rich in history
• Larger tech community

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Worcester, MA

• Higher living costs
• Smaller parks
• Fewer cultural events
• Less familiar community

St. Paul, MN

• Lower living costs
• Spacious parks
• Frequent cultural events
• Friendly community

Pros of moving from St. Paul to Worcester

• Say goodbye to colder winters and hello to more moderate winters
• Look forward to moving away from less diverse cuisine and moving to Worcester with greater food diversity
• Swap the fewer historical sites of St. Paul for the rich history in Worcester
• Get ready for a larger tech community in Worcester

Cons of moving from St. Paul to Worcester

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from lower living costs in St. Paul to live with higher living costs in Worcester
• You'll lose out on the pro of spacious parks and have to settle for the con of smaller parks
• Time to bid farewell to frequent cultural events and get used to fewer cultural events in Worcester
• Swap a friendly community for a less familiar community

St. Paul vs. Worcester: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from St. Paul to Worcester, you will be trading the iconic Jucy Lucy of St. Paul for the equally delicious Shrewsbury Street Bread of Worcester. And while the locals in St. Paul rave about their flavorful Walleye and sumptuous Mini Donuts, Worcester residents know they have tasty Worcester’s Famous Chili and Food Truck Fare to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Grain Bowls they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Delight Pizza of Worcester. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic St. Paul eateries like Mickey's Diner, The Lexington, and Meritage. After the boxes are unpacked in Worcester, don't wait too long before making your way to Worcester's acclaimed eateries like Armsby Abbey, Shrewsbury Street's Via Italian Table, and O'Connor's Restaurant and Bar.

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

Discover Worcester Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Worcester is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old St. Paul favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Mucci’s Italian, The Lexington, and Cossetta's in St. Paul, we're sure you'll love Volturno Pizza Napoletana, Lock 50, and Shrewsbury Street Bread & Pizza in Worcester. See our Worcester restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished St. Paul hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Meritage, head to deadhorse hill on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between St. Paul and Worcester

• The Victorian and Craftsman architecture that St. Paul is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Victorian architecture typical of Worcester.
• Compared to St. Paul's real estate listings that commonly reference historic homes and proximity to parks, Worcester real estate listings often highlight features like green space and access to universities.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Worcester is more walkable than St. Paul.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. Worcester is less bike-friendly than St. Paul.
• Worcester has more of an urban feel than St. Paul.
• Worcester housing costs are 43% more expensive than they are in St. Paul, with a median home price of $405,935 compared to St. Paul’s $284,228.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Worcester have increased by 66% compared to a 25% increase in St. Paul.
• Rent in Worcester is 34.08% more expensive than in St. Paul.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Worcester, MA

1. Lake Park Neighborhood : You will love the wide open spaces and scenic trails at Quinsigamond State Park, perfect for long walks with your furry friend.
2. Shrewsbury Street : This area is alive with pet-friendly patios and shops, allowing you to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere without leaving your pet behind.
3. Tatnuck : With its abundance of parks and quiet residential streets, you'll find plenty of room for daily exercise and relaxation with your pet.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from St. Paul to Worcester. Worcester gets 1% fewer sunshine days than St. Paul.
• Worcester has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to St. Paul.
• Say goodbye to the possible blizzards and tornadoes in St. Paul, but be on the lookout for potential blizzards and hurricanes in Worcester.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Worcester is 4 degrees colder than in St. Paul.
• The average winter lows are 10 degrees warmer than they are in St. Paul.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Worcester. Worcester receives 16 more inches of rain compared to St. Paul.

Financial & Community Snapshot: St. Paul and Worcester

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Worcester tend to earn about 4% less than in St. Paul
• The COLI in Worcester is 10% higher than what you are used to living in St. Paul
• The state income tax in MA is 5.00 compared to 5.35 to 9.85 in MN
• The affluence in Worcester is moderate compared to moderate affluence in St. Paul
• The poverty level is significant in Worcester compared to noticeable poverty in St. Paul
• In terms of homelessness, it is present in St. Paul and concerning in Worcester

Political and Religious Climate in St. Paul vs. Worcester

• St. Paul tends to lean Liberal/Democratic in its political climate
• Worcester, on the other hand, is often described as Liberal/Democratic
• Worcester's religious environment can be described as diverse with a Christian majority
• St. Paul's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as diverse with a Christian majority

St. Paul vs. Worcester Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 21% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Worcester compared to your St. Paul commute. That's 2600 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Worcester to be better than it is in St. Paul.
• Public transit is less readily available in Worcester.