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State-to-State Guide

Moving from New Mexico to Minnesota

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving New Mexico

Population2.1M
State Income Tax1.7%-5.9%
Avg Home Price$290,000
Avg Rent$1,100/mo
Property Tax Rate0.80%
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 New Mexico to Minnesota?

The migration corridor between New Mexico 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: Summers in Minnesota average 80°F, compared to 92°F in New Mexico. Winters in Minnesota average 15°F, compared to 38°F in New Mexico.

Jobs & Industry: Minnesota's key industries include Healthcare, Finance, Agriculture, which attract professionals from New Mexico's Government and Oil & Gas sectors.

Cities in New Mexico

Other Major Cities

Las Cruces
Rio Rancho
Santa Fe

Cities in Minnesota

Other Major Cities

Bloomington
Duluth
Rochester
St. Paul

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1276 miles between New Mexico and Minnesota:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,438
3–4 BR Home
$3,531

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

New MexicoMinnesota 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: New Mexico vs Minnesota

Taxes

New Mexico Income Tax:1.7%-5.9%
Minnesota Income Tax:5.35%-9.85%
New Mexico Property Tax:0.80%
Minnesota Property Tax:1.12%

Weather

New Mexico Summer Avg:92°F
Minnesota Summer Avg:80°F
New Mexico Winter Avg:38°F
Minnesota Winter Avg:15°F

Cost of Living

New Mexico COL Index:93
Minnesota COL Index:101
New Mexico Avg Home Price:$290,000
Minnesota Avg Home Price:$330,000
New Mexico Avg Rent:$1,100/mo
Minnesota Avg Rent:$1,250/mo

Ready to make the move to Minnesota?

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