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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Minnesota to Maryland

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

Population6.2M
State Income Tax2%-5.75%
Avg Home Price$400,000
Avg Rent$1,650/mo
Property Tax Rate1.09%

Why Are People Moving from Minnesota to Maryland?

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

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Maryland is higher than Minnesota, but many movers find the tradeoffs worthwhile. Housing in Maryland costs about $70,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Maryland average 35°F, compared to 15°F in Minnesota.

Jobs & Industry: Maryland's key industries include Federal Government, Defense, Biotech, which attract professionals from Minnesota's Healthcare and Finance sectors.

Cities in Minnesota

Other Major Cities

Bloomington
Duluth
Rochester
St. Paul

Cities in Maryland

Other Major Cities

Annapolis
Columbia
Germantown
Silver Spring

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1218 miles between Minnesota and Maryland:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,409
3–4 BR Home
$3,462

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

MinnesotaMaryland Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Maryland within 60 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Maryland vehicle inspection requirement: Required for new registrations.

Things to Know About Maryland

  • Many residents work for the federal government or contractors
  • Counties levy their own income taxes on top of state tax
  • E-ZPass is essential for frequent I-95 and tunnel commuters

What's Different: Minnesota vs Maryland

Taxes

Minnesota Income Tax:5.35%-9.85%
Maryland Income Tax:2%-5.75%
Minnesota Property Tax:1.12%
Maryland Property Tax:1.09%

Weather

Minnesota Summer Avg:80°F
Maryland Summer Avg:87°F
Minnesota Winter Avg:15°F
Maryland Winter Avg:35°F

Cost of Living

Minnesota COL Index:101
Maryland COL Index:120
Minnesota Avg Home Price:$330,000
Maryland Avg Home Price:$400,000
Minnesota Avg Rent:$1,250/mo
Maryland Avg Rent:$1,650/mo

Ready to make the move to Maryland?

Get quotes from interstate carriers that regularly run routes between Minnesota and Maryland.