Top Columbus, GA to Ann Arbor, MI Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Ann Arbor to Columbus guide.

1. Coleman Worldwide Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
2. Apple Moving : 4.58 out of 5 stars
3. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.48 out of 5 stars
4. American International Movers Inc.: 4.1 out of 5 stars
5. JIT Movers Inc.: 4.04 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Georgia to Michigan

Planning a move from Georgia to Michigan? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,453 and $5,049. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $2,972 and $7,324 for the same journey (GA to MI). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $5,313 to $10,490.

Cost of moving containers from Georgia to Michigan

If you're relocating from Georgia to Michigan, you'll typically spend between $972 and $2,382 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $1,645 up to $3,580. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $2,231 and $4,494. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Georgia to Michigan

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $732 and $1,260. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $729 and $1,639. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $951 up to $1,949 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Ann Arbor, since prices are typically 106% higher than in Columbus.
• The home prices in Ann Arbor are 200.8% higher than in Columbus, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Ann Arbor, where incomes are, on average, 32.5% higher than in Columbus. Major employers in Ann Arbor include University of Michigan, NSK Americas, Inc., and Domino's Pizza.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Ann Arbor, since the cost of living for a single person in Ann Arbor is 6.6% higher than in Columbus. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Ann Arbor, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Ann Arbor is 39.4% higher than in Columbus.
• The unemployment rate in Ann Arbor is 33.96% lower than in Columbus.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Ann Arbor, since the city's sales taxes in Ann Arbor are 33.33% lower than in Columbus.
• One perk of moving to Ann Arbor is paying less in state income taxes, which are 22.59% lower than in Columbus.

• Ann Arbor might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 40% less than Columbus.
• Ann Arbor offers better access to buses and trains than Columbus, based on public transportation ratings. Ann Arbor has a transit score of 7 out of 10 compared to 2 in Columbus. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Ann Arbor means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Columbus. Ann Arbor is considered more walkable than Columbus, with a score of 52 out of 100 versus 25 out of 100 in Columbus. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Ann Arbor is considered more bike-friendly than Columbus in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Ann Arbor has a bike-friendliness score of 71 out of 100, while Columbus is rated as 31 out of 100.
• Ann Arbor has a lower crime rate than Columbus based on scores of 31.0 and Columbus's 72.18, 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 Ann Arbor than in Columbus, based on Ann Arbor's safety index of 79.18 versus 27.82 for Columbus. 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 Ann Arbor isn't as good as it is in Columbus, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. Ann Arbor has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Columbus is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

• Weather: August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Ann Arbor for moving.
• 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 Ann Arbor. 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

• Kerrytown
• Lower Burns Park
• Old West Side
• Northside/Lower Town
• Allen Creek/Old West Side

Best neighborhoods for families

• Burns Park
• Eberwhite
• Water Hill
• Ann Arbor Hills
• Dicken

Things to do in Ann Arbor

Once you're settled into your new home in Michigan, it's time to get out and discover what Ann Arbor has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Ann Arbor include museums and art centers like the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, University of Michigan Museum of Art, University of Michigan Museum of Natural History, Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, and Sindecuse Museum of Dentistry.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Gallup Park, Hudson Mills Metropark, County Farm Park, and Buhr Park — 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 Michigan Wolverines (Big Ten) game.