State-to-State Guide

Moving from Minnesota to Idaho

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Minnesota

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

Moving to Idaho

Population1.8M
State Income Tax5.8%
Avg Home Price$445,000
Avg Rent$1,250/mo
Property Tax Rate0.69%

Why Are People Moving from Minnesota to Idaho?

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

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. Housing in Idaho costs about $115,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Idaho average 30°F, compared to 15°F in Minnesota.

Jobs & Industry: Idaho's key industries include Technology, Agriculture, Food Processing, which attract professionals from Minnesota's Healthcare and Finance sectors.

Cities in Minnesota

Other Major Cities

Bloomington
Duluth
Rochester
St. Paul

Cities in Idaho

Other Major Cities

Coeur d'Alene
Idaho Falls
Meridian
Nampa

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1475 miles between Minnesota and Idaho:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,538
3–4 BR Home
$3,770

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

MinnesotaIdaho Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Idaho driver's license within 90 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Idaho within 90 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Idaho vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Idaho

  • One of the fastest-growing states in the US
  • No vehicle inspections required
  • Concealed carry without a permit is allowed

What's Different: Minnesota vs Idaho

Taxes

Minnesota Income Tax:5.35%-9.85%
Idaho Income Tax:5.8%
Minnesota Property Tax:1.12%
Idaho Property Tax:0.69%

Weather

Minnesota Summer Avg:80°F
Idaho Summer Avg:88°F
Minnesota Winter Avg:15°F
Idaho Winter Avg:30°F

Cost of Living

Minnesota COL Index:101
Idaho COL Index:97
Minnesota Avg Home Price:$330,000
Idaho Avg Home Price:$445,000
Minnesota Avg Rent:$1,250/mo
Idaho Avg Rent:$1,250/mo

Ready to make the move to Idaho?

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