Top Chicago, IL to Lansing, MI Movers

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

1. New City Moving: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. The Professionals Moving Specialists: 4.86 out of 5 stars
3. H2H Movers Inc: 4.8 out of 5 stars
4. STI Moving & Storage Inc.: 4.9 out of 5 stars
5. Alliance Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Illinois to Michigan

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Illinois to Michigan will cost between $940 and $3,360. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from IL to MI will range from $1,656 to $4,671, and a large move from Illinois to Michigan will cost from $2,385 to $6,084.

Cost of moving containers from Illinois to Michigan

Moving containers from Illinois to Michigan will cost you $727 to $1,742 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,259 to $2,477. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $1,685 to $2,922. Learn more about PODS cost.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Illinois 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 $304 and $523. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $306 and $606. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $376 and $707.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Lansing are 45% lower than in Chicago, 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 49.8% lower than in Chicago.
• Income in Lansing is 9.6% lower than in Chicago, 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 56.3% lower than in Chicago.
• 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 54.7% less than what it costs in Chicago.
• The unemployment rate in Lansing is 17.78% lower than in Chicago.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Lansing, since the city's sales taxes in Lansing are 41.46% lower than in Chicago.
• One perk of moving to Lansing is paying less in state income taxes, which are 14.14% lower than in Chicago.

• Lansing might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 96% less than Chicago.
• Getting around Lansing without a car might be more difficult than in Chicago. Lansing has a public transportation score of 5 out of 10, whereas Chicago is ranked 9. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Lansing neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Chicago. Based on its score of 46 out of 100, Lansing isn't as walkable as Chicago, which has a score of 77 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Lansing, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Chicago. While Chicago has a bike-friendliness score of 72 out of 100, Lansing earned a 55. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Lansing is higher than in Chicago, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 48.66 in Lansing, it is 35.19 in Chicago. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Lansing than in Chicago, based on Lansing's safety index of 51.34 versus 33.87 for Chicago. 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 Lansing and Chicago 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: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Michigan moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in Michigan, though it's smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly to Lansing Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Okemos
• Haslett
• Waverly
• DeWitt
• Mason

Best neighborhoods for families

• Okemos
• Haslett
• DeWitt
• Waverly
• Holt

Things to do in Lansing

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

• 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.