Best Vancouver to St. Paul Movers

How Much Do Vancouver to St. Paul Movers Cost?

Moving 1,699 miles from Vancouver, WA to St. Paul, MN will typically cost between $3,000 and $8,000 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 Vancouver. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to St. Paul from Vancouver 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 Vancouver to St. Paul moving option

Hire local Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver, WA to St. Paul, MN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 34 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Vancouver and St. Paul areas.

From these 34 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,206 reviews dating all the way back to September 2006.

We also reviewed a total of 28 state and federal moving licenses from these 34 companies and 182 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~13,000 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 2,746 Vancouver 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 Comfortable Moving) vs older more established companies (like All Service Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Vancouver 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.

8.80/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 7,578 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.65/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 2,540 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.23/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 1,328 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.16/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 2,782 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.95/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 889 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.01/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 3,417 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.21/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 4,492 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.63/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 7,509 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.70/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 4,212 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.78/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 705 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.44/10 avg (Vancouver & St. Paul combined) from 3,768 reviews

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

• Downtown Vancouver in Vancouver & Lowertown in St. Paul are both known for their urban core with arts & nightlife
• Vancouver's Uptown Village neighborhood & St. Paul's West 7th both share pedestrian-friendly shopping & dining strip
• If you're moving from Hazel Dell, check out Highland Park in the St. Paul area for the suburban commercial corridor with big-box retail
• Do you enjoy Salmon Creek's family-friendly residential with good schools? You're sure to love Mac-Groveland
• Move from Felida to Summit Hill and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: affluent neighborhood with historic homes
• Fisher’s Landing & Highland Park are both known for their planned retail & residential development
• Vancouver's Orchards neighborhood & St. Paul's Como Park neighborhood both have a lush residential area near parks & community amenities
• If you're moving from Minnehaha, look into Dayton’s Bluff for the riverside residential with scenic views

Pros and Cons of Moving from Vancouver to St. Paul

ConsVancouver, WA

• Milder winters
• Less snow
• Proximity to Portland
• Higher rainfall
• Smaller city vibe

ProsSt. Paul, MN

• Vibrant arts scene
• More cultural diversity
• Better public transportation
• Rich local history
• Larger job market

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St. Paul, MN

• Colder winters
• Less annual sunshine
• Higher crime rates
• More expensive housing
• Potentially isolating

Vancouver, WA

• Outdoor activities
• Access to nature
• Lower cost of living
• Friendly community
• Relaxed pace of life

Pros of moving from Vancouver to St. Paul

• Say goodbye to milder winters and hello to a vibrant arts scene
• Look forward to moving away from less snow and moving to St. Paul with more cultural diversity
• Swap the proximity to Portland in Vancouver for better public transportation in St. Paul
• Get ready for rich local history in St. Paul

Cons of moving from Vancouver to St. Paul

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from outdoor activities in Vancouver to live with colder winters in St. Paul
• You'll lose out on the pro of access to nature and have to settle for the con of less annual sunshine
• Time to bid farewell to a lower cost of living and get used to higher crime rates in St. Paul
• Swap a friendly community for more expensive housing

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

If you're moving from Vancouver to St. Paul, you will be trading the iconic Salmon of Vancouver for the equally delicious Juicy Lucy Burger of St. Paul. And while the locals in Vancouver rave about their flavorful Pulled Pork Sandwich and sumptuous Street Tacos, St. Paul residents know they have tasty Wild Rice Sausage and Hmong Sausage to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tofu Scramble they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Juicy Lucy of St. Paul. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Vancouver eateries like Beaches Cafe, Hula Hut, and Frontier Public House. After the boxes are unpacked in St. Paul, don't wait too long before making your way to St. Paul's acclaimed eateries like Matt's Bar, Cossetta's, and The St. Paul Grill.

When comparing lifestyles, St. Paul shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Vancouver. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in St. Paul compared to what you are used to in Vancouver. Also, the overall foodie scene is more 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 Vancouver favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved The Grant House, Beaches Restaurant & Bar, and Thai Orchid in Vancouver, we're sure you'll love The Lexington, The Commodore Bar & Restaurant, and Supatra's Thai Cuisine in St. Paul. See our St. Paul restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Vancouver hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at La Bottega, head to Trattoria Da Vinci on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Vancouver and St. Paul

• The Modern and Ranch architecture that Vancouver is known for will be replaced with the Victorian and Bungalow architecture typical of St. Paul.
• Compared to Vancouver's real estate listings that commonly reference open floor plans and large backyards, St. Paul real estate listings often highlight features like historical details and proximity to parks.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; St. Paul is more walkable than Vancouver.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; St. Paul is more bike-friendly than Vancouver.
• St. Paul has more of an urban feel than Vancouver.
• St. Paul housing costs are 44% less expensive than they are in Vancouver with a median home price of $284,228 compared to Vancouver’s $503,330.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in St. Paul have increased by 25% compared to a 47% increase in Vancouver.
• Rent in St. Paul is 17.56% more affordable than in Vancouver.

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 Vancouver and St. Paul

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Vancouver to St. Paul. St. Paul gets 39% more sunshine days than Vancouver.
• St. Paul has lower humidity and a similar average UV index compared to Vancouver.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes and volcanic eruptions in Vancouver, but be on the lookout for potential blizzards and tornadoes in St. Paul.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in St. Paul is 4 degrees warmer than in Vancouver.
• The average winter lows are 26 degrees colder than they are in Vancouver.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in St. Paul. St. Paul receives 11.3 fewer inches of rain compared to Vancouver.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Vancouver and St. Paul

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in St. Paul tend to earn about 6% less than those in Vancouver
• The COLI in St. Paul is 16% higher than what you are used to living in Vancouver
• Bummer... By moving from WA to MN, you'll now have a state income tax of up to 9.85%
• The affluence in St. Paul is moderate compared to that in Vancouver
• The poverty level is moderate in St. Paul compared to lower levels in Vancouver
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Vancouver and high in St. Paul

Political and Religious Climate in Vancouver vs. St. Paul

• Vancouver tends to lean Liberal 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 having greater Religious Diversity
• Vancouver's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as having less Religious Diversity

Vancouver 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 Vancouver daily drive. That's an annual savings of 520 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in St. Paul to be better than it is in Vancouver.
• Public transit is more readily available in St. Paul.