Top Lancaster, CA to Fort Wayne, IN Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Fort Wayne to Lancaster guide.

1. Antelope Valley Van & Storage: 4.42 out of 5 stars
2. Speedwell Transportation Inc.: 4.34 out of 5 stars
3. Seka Moving: 4.9 out of 5 stars
4. Air 1 Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
5. Best California Movers: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Indiana

Planning a move from California to Indiana? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,662 and $6,554. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $4,377 and $8,850 for the same journey (CA to IN). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $8,454 to $13,442.

Cost of moving containers from California to Indiana

If you're moving from California to Indiana, expect to pay between $1,529 and $3,567 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $2,668 up to $5,560. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $3,696 and $7,591. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from California.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Indiana

A moving rental truck is generally 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 $1,494 to $3,001. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $1,651 to $3,607, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from California to Indiana costs around $2,124 to $4,206.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Fort Wayne are 55% lower than in Lancaster, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Fort Wayne.
  Home prices in Fort Wayne are 51.8% lower than in Lancaster.
• Income in Fort Wayne is 27.8% lower than in Lancaster, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Wayne — including Steel Dynamics, Franklin Electric, and Fort Wayne Community Schools — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Fort Wayne, since the cost of living for a single person in Fort Wayne is 2.4% higher than in Lancaster. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Fort Wayne can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 43.4% less than what it costs in Lancaster.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Wayne is 67.31% lower than in Lancaster.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Wayne, since the city's sales taxes in Fort Wayne are 31.71% lower than in Lancaster.
• One perk of moving to Fort Wayne is paying less in state income taxes, which are 76.32% lower than in Lancaster.

• The population of Fort Wayne is about 53% greater than Lancaster, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Fort Wayne offers better access to buses and trains than Lancaster, based on public transportation ratings. Fort Wayne has a transit score of 3 out of 10 compared to 0 in Lancaster. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• You'll find Fort Wayne to be about as walkable as Lancaster. The two cities have similar walkability scores of 32 and 29 respectively out of 100 in terms of how close housing is to businesses, recreational facilities, and jobs.
• Fort Wayne and Lancaster are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 41 and 40 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• Fort Wayne has a lower crime rate than Lancaster based on scores of 40.9 and Lancaster's 45.5, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Fort Wayne than in Lancaster, based on Fort Wayne's safety index of 59.1 versus 54.5 for Lancaster. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Fort Wayne and Lancaster is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: Fort Wayne summers are hot, humid, and wet. Winters are generally cold with moderate snowfall. Severe weather is not uncommon, particularly in the spring and summer months; the city experiences an average of 39 thunderstorm days and about 10 severe weather days annually.
• 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 Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) regulate movers operating within Indiana and issue moving companies Indiana Households Goods Carriers Numbers. Check to make sure prospective movers have one and that it’s up to date. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Indiana moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Indiana does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Fort Wayne. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for Released Value Protection – a budget-friendly choice with no extra cost from movers, though coverage is limited to 60 cents per pound. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, reimbursement is just $15. To ensure coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• West Central
• North Anthony
• Downtown
• Northside
• Historic Northeast

Best neighborhoods for families

• Pine Valley
• Aboite Township
• Cherry Hill
• Arlington Park
• Georgetown

Things to do in Fort Wayne

After getting comfortable in your new Indiana home, it's time to see what Fort Wayne is all about. Whether you're into food, art, nature, or nightlife — there's plenty to check out:

• Arts and culture: Fort Wayne features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Science Central, Fort Wayne Museum of Art, Fort Wayne Firefighters Museum, History Center, and Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Lakeside Park & Rose Garden, Kreager Park, Buckner Park, and Promenade Park — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an Fort Wayne Komets (ECHL) and Fort Wayne Ants (NBA G League) game.