Top Louisville, KY to Yonkers, NY Movers

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1. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.76 out of 5 stars
2. Kentuckiana Moving, LLC: 4.66 out of 5 stars
3. Neutz Sons & Daughters Moving: 4.8 out of 5 stars
4. Berger Allied Moving & Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. Coleman Worldwide Moving: 4.76 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Kentucky to New York

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Kentucky to New York typically costs between $1,419 and $4,845. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $2,527 and $6,732 when moving from KY to NY. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from Kentucky to New York, you're looking at costs ranging from $4,620 up to $9,392.

Cost of moving containers from Kentucky to New York

If you're relocating from Kentucky to New York, you'll typically spend between $869 and $2,148 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $1,473 up to $3,104. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $2,077 and $3,845. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

Explore our top budget-friendly moving container companies for your move from Kentucky.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Kentucky to New York

Renting a moving truck typically costs the least, but you'll be responsible for both the heavy lifting and all the driving.

Expect to pay between $591 and $1,110 to move a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck. For a two- or three-bedroom move, prices usually range from $689 to $1,305. If you're relocating a four-bedroom (or larger) home, you'll likely spend anywhere from $831 to $1,615.

These estimates factor in the average cost of fuel.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Yonkers, since prices are typically 116% higher than in Louisville.
• The home prices in Yonkers are 164.7% higher than in Louisville, 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 Yonkers, where incomes are, on average, 10.7% higher than in Louisville. Major employers in Yonkers include Leake and Watts Services, Yonkers Contracting, and St. John's Riverside Hospital.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Yonkers, since the cost of living for a single person in Yonkers is 63.8% higher than in Louisville. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Yonkers, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Yonkers is 46.1% higher than in Louisville.
• The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 52.00% higher than in Louisville.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Yonkers, since its sales taxes are 48.00% higher than what you are paying in Louisville.
• State income taxes in Yonkers are 172.50% higher than in Louisville.

• Yonkers might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 73% less than Louisville.
• Yonkers offers better access to buses and trains than Louisville, based on public transportation ratings. Yonkers has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 6 in Louisville. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Yonkers neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Louisville. Based on its score of 69 out of 100, Yonkers isn't as walkable as Louisville, which has a score of 91 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 Yonkers, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Louisville. While Louisville has a bike-friendliness score of 79 out of 100, Yonkers earned a 37. 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.
• Yonkers has a lower crime rate than Louisville based on scores of 28.34 and Louisville's 56.68, 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 Yonkers than in Louisville, based on Yonkers's safety index of 71.66 versus 43.32 for Louisville. 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 Yonkers and Louisville 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: June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Yonkers, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• HOA rules: It's a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it's a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in New York, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While New York doesn't mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Yonkers without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Getty Square
• Cedar Knolls
• Park Hill
• Southeast Yonkers
• Beech Hill

Best neighborhoods for families

• Cedar Knolls
• Park Hill
• Northwest Yonkers
• Southeast Yonkers
• Dunwoodie

Things to do in Yonkers

Now that you've made the move to New York it's the perfect time to explore Yonkers From local hotspots to hidden gems, there's something to enjoy for every lifestyle:

• Arts and culture: Yonkers features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Hudson River Museum, Philipse Manor Hall, and Science Barge.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Untermyer Gardens, Tibbetts Brook Park, Van der Donck Park, and Beverly E Smith Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden — 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 Lansdowne Yonkers FC (EPSL), Yonkers Knights (NY State Baseball League), Yonkers United Football Club (FC), or Yonkers Bravehearts (Eastern Football League) game.