Moving from St. Louis, MO, to Boston, MA

Trading the Gateway to the West for Bean Town

When moving nearly 1,200 miles from St. Louis, Missouri, the “Gateway to the West” to Boston, “Bean Town,” you’ll need to prepare for some crowds. St. Louis has 301,578 people (according to the 2020 U.S. Census), and Boston is over twice as large with 675,647.  

When you compare population densities, Boston is over three times more crowded than St. Louis, and its metro population of 4.9 million has 2 million more residents. Let’s explore what to expect in your new home in Massachusetts.  

Bring your winter gear to New England 

New England winters are much colder than what you experienced in the Midwest, with more annual snowfall (48 inches in Boston compared to 16 in St. Louis). You’ll want to pack your winter gear to stay warm during the season.  

Spring and summer are also cooler and wetter in Boston, with temps topping out around 82 degrees in July and average annual rainfall reaching 47 inches. The average rainfall in St. Louis is 42 inches, with typical July highs reaching 89 degrees.  

Take on public transportation  

Traffic can be challenging in Boston, especially within the city center, so many residents and visitors prefer to rely on public transportation for business and pleasure.  

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) runs a robust system known as “the T,” which includes 5 subway routes, 177 bus routes, 5 silver line bus routes, 137 regional rail stations, 8 terminals for commuter ferries and The Ride, a door-to-door shared ride service for people with disabilities.  

Boston history

Massachusetts was one of the original 13 colonies and the 6th state admitted to the union, so it has a rich history. Boston has many historic sites, including the Freedom Trail, the Boston Tea Party Ships Museum, and the Old State House Museum.  

If you’re a baseball fan and love the St. Louis Cardinals, give the Boston Red Sox a chance at Fenway Park. Here are some other family-friendly attractions: 

  • Boston Children’s Museum 
  • Franklin Park Zoo 
  • Museum of Fine Arts Boston 
  • Museum of Science, Boston 
  • New England Aquarium 
     

U-Pack can help you move to Massachusetts

With service centers near St. Louis and Boston, U-Pack® is well-equipped to handle your long-distance move. We’re a DIY moving service, so you take care of packing, loading and unloading, and then we transport your things. Get a free online quote today or call us at 844-362-5303844-594-3077. We’re here to help!