Top Lancaster, CA to Lansing, MI Movers

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

1. Antelope Valley Van & Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
2. Air 1 Moving & Storage: 4.9 out of 5 stars
3. Camelot Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
4. Best California Movers: 4.76 out of 5 stars
5. Speedwell Transportation Inc.: 4.28 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Michigan

Planning a move from California to Michigan? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,460 and $5,906. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $4,164 and $8,893 for the same journey (CA to MI). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $7,817 to $13,130.

Cost of moving containers from California to Michigan

Moving containers from California to Michigan will cost you $1,356 to $3,398 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $2,339 to $5,241. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $3,210 to $6,680. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of California.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Michigan

Looking to save money? Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option. Just keep in mind that you'll handle all the lifting, packing, and driving yourself.

If you're moving out of a studio or one-bedroom and renting a truck, plan to spend between $1,464 and $2,746. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $1,600 and $3,333. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $1,962 and $3,844.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Lansing are 57% 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 Lansing.
  Home prices in Lansing are 68.6% lower than in Lancaster.
• Income in Lansing is 13.4% lower than in Lancaster, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Lansing — including Health Management Associates, Michigan State Police, and Sparrow Health System — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Lansing. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 37.2% lower than in Lancaster.
• A move to Lansing 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 24.5% less than what it costs in Lancaster.
• The unemployment rate in Lansing is 52.56% lower than in Lancaster.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Lansing, since the city's sales taxes in Lansing are 41.46% lower than in Lancaster.
• One perk of moving to Lansing is paying less in state income taxes, which are 68.05% lower than in Lancaster.

• Lansing might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 35% less than Lancaster.
• Lansing offers better access to buses and trains than Lancaster, based on public transportation ratings. Lansing has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 0 in Lancaster. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Lansing means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Lancaster. Lansing is considered more walkable than Lancaster, with a score of 46 out of 100 versus 29 out of 100 in Lancaster. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Lansing is considered more bike-friendly than Lancaster in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Lansing has a bike-friendliness score of 55 out of 100, while Lancaster is rated as 40 out of 100.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Lansing as Lancaster. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Lansing is generally as safe as Lancaster, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Lansing 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: 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. 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 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.

Best neighborhoods for singles

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

Best neighborhoods for families

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

Things to do in Lansing

After settling into your new Michigan home, you'll want to branch out and explore your new city. Luckily, Lansing has lots to offer, no matter what you're interested in:

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Lansing include museums and art centers like the Michigan History Center, Impression 5 Science Center, and R.E. Olds Transportation Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Woldumar Nature Center, Potter Park Zoo, Hawk Island Park, and River Trail — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Lansing Lugnuts (Baseball) game.