Moving from Evansville to Lansing (Movers from $1,256)

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 1, 2024 • 5 min read
Fact Checked by: Erika Marty

Quick answer: A move from Evansville to Lansing costs $481 to $6,194 and takes 1-4 days. The main factors that determine the cost and time are how much you’re moving, your move date, and whether you hire a company or do the 425-mile move yourself.

Hiring a long-distance moving company from Evansville will be more expensive, while renting a truck or using a moving container is usually cheaper but requires more work.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Lansing to Evansville guide.

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How much does it cost to move from Evansville to Lansing?

Evansville movers charge $155 per hour on average. Here are average prices for a full-service moving company, moving container, or truck:

Factors influencing moving costs from Evansville to Lansing

The cost of Evansville movers will depend on:

• Move size: The cost of your move will depend on the amount of items you have in your home. For example, moving a one-bedroom apartment from Evansville to Lansing can be as low as $1,256 while a four-bedroom home can be as high as $7,002.
• Time of year: Summer is peak moving season in Evansville, so moving companies will likely charge more.
• Do-it-yourself vs professional mover: Renting a truck or using a moving container can be cheaper options, with prices for a rental truck ranging from $489 to $1,145. However, these options require more work and effort compared to hiring professional movers.

How much are professional moving companies when moving from Evansville to Lansing?

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Evansville to Lansing will cost between $1,256 to $3,783. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $2,331 to $6,194, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Evansville to Lansing will cost from $3,859 to $8,609.

How much are moving container companies from Evansville to Lansing?

Moving containers from Evansville to Lansing will cost you $808 to $1,860 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,519 to $2,666. A larger home will cost $1,978 to $3,446.

How much is a moving truck from Evansville to Lansing?

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $489 to $839. A larger move will cost $481 to $1,077, and a four-bedroom move from Evansville to Lansing costs from $604 to $1,295. These estimates include the anticipated fuel cost.

The best Evansville to Lansing moving companies

Hiring an interstate moving company to go from Evansville to Lansing is a big deal.

There are more than 8,000 moving companies in the U.S. But don't worry, you won't have to filter through all of them. We've done the research for you and narrowed the list based on customer satisfaction, cost, and services. Here are the best long-distance moving companies serving Evansville to Lansing.

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Best industry reputation American Van Lines rating 4.5 / 5 Licensed Insured Price 20 yrs experience Flat rate pricing Family owned Get A Quote % of users select this mover

Best Upfront Pricing Mayzlin Relocation rating 4.45 / 5 Licensed Insured Price Family owned East coast focus Affordable pricing Get A Quote % of users select this mover

• Safeway Moving, 4.5 out of 5
• American Van Lines, 4.5 out of 5
• Mayzlin Relocation, 4.45 out of 5
• North American Van Lines, 4.25 out of 5
• JK Moving Services, 4.25 out of 5

Pros and cons of moving from Evansville to Lansing

Cost of living: Evansville vs Lansing

• Rent prices in Lansing are 15% higher than in Evansville.
• Home prices in Lansing are 20.8% lower than in Evansville.
• Income in Lansing is 5.9% higher than in Evansville.
• The cost of living for a single person in Lansing is 6.3% higher than in Evansville.
• The cost of living for a family is the same in Lansing and Evansville.
• The unemployment rate in Lansing is 34.55% higher than in Evansville.
• Sales taxes in Lansing are 14.29% lower than in Evansville.
• State income taxes in Lansing are 34.92% higher than in Evansville.

To put this into perspective, you would need around $3,187.74 in Lansing to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Evansville.

How is life different in Evansville compared to Lansing?

• Lansing's population is about 4% less than Evansville.
• Lansing's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus Evansville's higher score of 3.
• Lansing is more walkable than Evansville with a score of 46 out of 100 vs Evansville's 44 out of 100.
• Lansing is more bike-friendly than Evansville with a score of 55 out of 100 vs Evansville's 43.
• Lansing's crime rate is higher than Evansville with a score of 48.66 compared to Evansville's 5.0. This means that Lansing neighborhoods are safer than 48.66% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Evansville neighborhoods are safer than 5.0%.
• Lansing is considered to be less safe than Evansville with a score of 51.34 vs Evansville's 56.42.
• Air quality in Lansing is good, and in Evansville it's moderate.

Considerations for moving to Lansing

• Weather: Best months to consider moving in Lansing are August, July and June as these months have favorable weather. Summer in Lansing are one of the best in the country as the heat are not that extreme so it's still comfortable. Snowfall, which normally occurs from November to April..
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: The agency regulating local and intrastate household goods movers in Michigan is the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). State regulation and oversight activities include commercial vehicle registration and safety compliance, review of published tariff rates, licensing, and consumer protection efforts. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Michigan moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Michigan does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Lansing. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Alabama, Massachusetts, and Michigan, choose the economical option of Released Value Protection, provided by movers at no extra cost. However, it offers minimal coverage at 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternatives or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Local Evansville movers

Company	Quote	Rating	Contact
most popular Bellhop Moving	Get A Quote	4.66 overall rating	4916 Lemans Drive, Indianapolis, IN, 46205 (317) 218-9538
Leaders Moving & Storage Co.	Get A Quote	4.9 overall rating	9900 Westpoint Drive, Indianapolis, IN, 46256 (317) 280-3385
Two Men and a Truck	Get A Quote	4.42 overall rating	4600 Ohara Drive, Evansville, IN, 47711 (812) 250-4990

Visit our best long distance movers in Evansville page to see a complete list of moving companies, including hourly rates, services, and reviews.

Where to live in Lansing

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Capital City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Lansing.

Best neighborhoods for singles:

• Okemos
• Haslett
• Waverly
• Edgemont Park
• DeWitt
• Mason
• DeWitt Charter Township

Best neighborhoods for families:

• Okemos
• Haslett
• DeWitt
• Waverly
• DeWitt Charter Township
• Holt

What to do in Lansing

These are some of the best things to do in your new Michigan home.

• Michigan State Capitol Building
• Impression 5 Science Center
• Michigan Historical Museum
• Lansing Lugnuts/ Jackson Field
• R.E. Olds Transportation Museum

Get your sports on!

• Lansing Lugnuts (Baseball)

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