State-to-State Guide

Moving from Minnesota to Utah

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

Population3.3M
State Income Tax4.65%
Avg Home Price$500,000
Avg Rent$1,450/mo
Property Tax Rate0.58%

Why Are People Moving from Minnesota to Utah?

The migration corridor between Minnesota and Utah 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 Utah costs about $170,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Summers in Utah average 92°F, compared to 80°F in Minnesota. Winters in Utah average 30°F, compared to 15°F in Minnesota.

Jobs & Industry: Utah's key industries include Technology, Tourism, Healthcare, which attract professionals from Minnesota's Healthcare and Finance sectors.

Cities in Minnesota

Other Major Cities

Bloomington
Duluth
Rochester
St. Paul

Cities in Utah

Other Major Cities

Provo
St. George
West Valley City

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1280 miles between Minnesota and Utah:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,440
3–4 BR Home
$3,536

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

MinnesotaUtah Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Utah within 60 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Utah vehicle inspection requirement: Required in some counties.

Things to Know About Utah

  • Liquor laws are stricter than most states
  • Silicon Slopes is a growing tech hub rivaling the coasts
  • Five national parks (the Mighty Five) are major attractions

What's Different: Minnesota vs Utah

Taxes

Minnesota Income Tax:5.35%-9.85%
Utah Income Tax:4.65%
Minnesota Property Tax:1.12%
Utah Property Tax:0.58%

Weather

Minnesota Summer Avg:80°F
Utah Summer Avg:92°F
Minnesota Winter Avg:15°F
Utah Winter Avg:30°F

Cost of Living

Minnesota COL Index:101
Utah COL Index:102
Minnesota Avg Home Price:$330,000
Utah Avg Home Price:$500,000
Minnesota Avg Rent:$1,250/mo
Utah Avg Rent:$1,450/mo

Ready to make the move to Utah?

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