Best Providence to St. Paul Movers

How Much Do Providence to St. Paul Movers Cost?

Moving 1,275 miles from Providence, RI to St. Paul, MN 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 St. Paul that already have a booked job heading from St. Paul to Providence. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to St. Paul from Providence 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 Providence to St. Paul moving option

Hire local Providence 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 Providence 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 Providence 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 Providence, RI to St. Paul, MN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 33 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Providence and St. Paul areas.

From these 33 companies, we analyzed a total of 8,498 reviews dating all the way back to February 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 24 state and federal moving licenses from these 33 companies and 180 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~8,000 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 2,498 Providence 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 Seven Moving) vs older more established companies (like M&M Moving and Storage Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Providence 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.

8.60/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 5,458 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.48/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 2,030 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.97/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 1,473 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.77/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 2,226 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.65/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 991 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.78/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 2,645 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.12/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 3,178 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.38/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 5,520 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.53/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 3,305 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.46/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 643 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.11/10 avg (Providence & St. Paul combined) from 2,896 reviews

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

• Federal Hill in Providence & Lowertown in St. Paul are both known for their Italian eateries & nightlife
• Providence's College Hill neighborhood & St. Paul's Macalester-Groveland both share historic homes near college
• If you're moving from East Side, check out Frogtown in the St. Paul area for local shops & diverse eateries
• Do you enjoy Hope/Mount Hope's working-class atmosphere & diversity? You're sure to love Payne-Phalen
• Move from Elmhurst to Highland Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: quiet residential areas & family-friendly settings
• Wayland Square & Macalester-Groveland are both known for their walkable shopping districts
• Providence's Valley District neighborhood & St. Paul's Frogtown neighborhood both have artsy & affordable housing
• If you're moving from West End, look into North End for industrial roots & redevelopment
• Do you cherish living in Silver Lake's lakeside parks & family-friendly environment? Move into Como Park for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Providence to St. Paul

ConsProvidence, RI

• Higher cost of living
• Smaller job market
• Frequent coastal storms
• Denser population

ProsSt. Paul, MN

• Lower cost of living
• Bigger job market
• Less severe weather
• More green spaces

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St. Paul, MN

• Fewer historic landmarks
• Smaller arts community
• No ocean access
• Less seafood variety

Providence, RI

• Richer colonial history
• Vibrant arts scene
• Access to beaches
• Seafood cuisine

Pros of moving from Providence to St. Paul

• Say goodbye to the higher cost of living and hello to the lower cost of living
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller job market and moving to St. Paul with a bigger job market
• Swap the frequent coastal storms of Providence for less severe weather in St. Paul
• Get ready for more green spaces in St. Paul

Cons of moving from Providence to St. Paul

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the richer colonial history in Providence to live with fewer historic landmarks in St. Paul
• You'll lose out on the pro of a vibrant arts scene and have to settle for the con of a smaller arts community
• Time to bid farewell to access to beaches and get used to no ocean access in St. Paul
• Swap seafood cuisine for less seafood variety

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

If you're moving from Providence to St. Paul, you will be trading the iconic Stuffies of Providence for the equally delicious Jucy Lucy of St. Paul. And while the locals in Providence rave about their flavorful Grilled Pizza and sumptuous Hot Wiener, St. Paul residents know they have tasty Walleye and Mini Donuts to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Seitan Sandwich they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Jucy Lucy of St. Paul. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Providence eateries like Al Forno, Los Andes, and Olneyville New York System. After the boxes are unpacked in St. Paul, don't wait too long before making your way to St. Paul's acclaimed eateries like The Nook, Meritage, and Matt's Bar.

When comparing lifestyles, St. Paul shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Providence. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in St. Paul compared to what you are used to in Providence. Also, the overall foodie scene is less 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 Providence favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Al Forno, Gracie’s, and Hemenway’s Seafood Grill and Oyster Bar in Providence, we're sure you'll love The St. Paul Grill, Meritage, and Oyster and the Thistle in St. Paul. See our St. Paul restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Providence hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Los Andes, head to El Burrito Mercado on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Providence and St. Paul

• The Colonial Revival architecture that Providence is known for will be replaced with the Victorian architecture typical of St. Paul.
• Compared to Providence's real estate listings that commonly reference hardwood floors and waterfront views, St. Paul real estate listings often highlight features like historic details and proximity to parks.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; St. Paul is less walkable than Providence.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; St. Paul is more bike-friendly than Providence.
• St. Paul has less of an urban feel than Providence.
• St. Paul housing costs are 26% less expensive than those in Providence, with a median home price of $284,228 compared to Providence’s $382,032.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in St. Paul have increased by 25% compared to a 62% increase in Providence.
• Rent in St. Paul is 29.44% more affordable than in Providence.

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 Providence and St. Paul

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Providence to St. Paul. St. Paul gets 2% fewer sunshine days than Providence.
• St. Paul has lower humidity and a similar average UV index compared to Providence.
• Say goodbye to the possible nor'easters and hurricanes in Providence, but be on the lookout for potential blizzards and tornadoes in St. Paul.
• The average summer high temperature in St. Paul is 1 degree warmer than in Providence.
• The average winter lows are 11 degrees colder than they are in Providence.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in St. Paul. St. Paul receives 15 fewer inches of rain compared to Providence.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Providence and St. Paul

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in St. Paul tend to earn about 8% more than in Providence
• The COLI in St. Paul will be 11% lower than what you are used to living in Providence
• The state income tax in MN is 5.35 to 9.85 compared to 3.75 to 5.99 in RI
• The affluence in St. Paul is moderately high compared to moderate affluence in Providence
• The poverty level is moderate in St. Paul compared to significant poverty in Providence
• In terms of homelessness, it is concerning in Providence and moderate in St. Paul

Political and Religious Climate in Providence vs. St. Paul

• Providence tends to lean Liberal in its political climate
• St. Paul, on the other hand, is often described as Liberal
• St. Paul's religious environment can be described as diverse with a strong Catholic presence and growing Muslim and Buddhist communities
• Providence's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as primarily Catholic with a significant Jewish community

Providence vs. St. Paul Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 4% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in St. Paul compared to your daily drive in Providence. That's an annual savings of 520 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in St. Paul to be better than it is in Providence.
• Public transit is less readily available in St. Paul.