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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Georgia to Minnesota

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Georgia to Minnesota move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Georgia

Population10.7M
State Income Tax1%-5.49%
Avg Home Price$340,000
Avg Rent$1,400/mo
Property Tax Rate0.92%
DESTINATION

Moving to Minnesota

Population5.7M
State Income Tax5.35%-9.85%
Avg Home Price$330,000
Avg Rent$1,250/mo
Property Tax Rate1.12%

Why Are People Moving from Georgia to Minnesota?

The migration corridor between Georgia and Minnesota is a popular interstate move. Thousands of households explore this route every year.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Minnesota average 15°F, compared to 45°F in Georgia.

Jobs & Industry: Minnesota's key industries include Healthcare, Finance, Agriculture, which attract professionals from Georgia's Film & Entertainment and Logistics sectors.

Cities in Minnesota

Other Major Cities

Bloomington
Duluth
Rochester
St. Paul

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1309 miles between Georgia and Minnesota:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,455
3–4 BR Home
$3,571

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

GeorgiaMinnesota Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Minnesota driver's license within 60 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Minnesota within 60 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Minnesota after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Minnesota vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Minnesota

  • Clothing is exempt from sales tax
  • Winter driving requires serious preparation for extreme cold
  • Many employers offer skyway-connected downtown offices

What's Different: Georgia vs Minnesota

Taxes

Georgia Income Tax:1%-5.49%
Minnesota Income Tax:5.35%-9.85%
Georgia Property Tax:0.92%
Minnesota Property Tax:1.12%

Weather

Georgia Summer Avg:90°F
Minnesota Summer Avg:80°F
Georgia Winter Avg:45°F
Minnesota Winter Avg:15°F

Cost of Living

Georgia COL Index:93
Minnesota COL Index:101
Georgia Avg Home Price:$340,000
Minnesota Avg Home Price:$330,000
Georgia Avg Rent:$1,400/mo
Minnesota Avg Rent:$1,250/mo

Ready to make the move to Minnesota?

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