($1,439) Movers From Boston, MA to Lansing, MI

What to know before moving from Boston to Lansing

Moving from Boston to Lansing means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Boston than in Lansing, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Boston compares to Lansing so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Lansing are 67% lower than in Boston, 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 79.9% lower than in Boston.
• Income in Lansing is 27.4% lower than in Boston, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Lansing include Health Management Associates, Michigan State Police, and Sparrow Health System.
• The cost of living for a single person in Lansing is 66.9% lower than in Boston. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in Lansing is 62.9% lower than in Boston.
• The unemployment rate in Lansing is 19.35% higher than in Boston.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Lansing, since the city’s sales taxes in Lansing are 4.00% lower than in Boston.
• One perk of moving to Lansing is paying less in state income taxes, which are 52.78% lower than in Boston.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $992.74 in Lansing to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Boston.

How life is different in Boston vs. Lansing

• Lansing's population is about 83% less than Boston.
• Lansing's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus Boston's higher score of 9.
• Lansing is less walkable than Boston with a score of 46 out of 100 vs Boston's 98 out of 100.
• Lansing has a bike-friendliness score 55 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Boston, which has a score of 86 out of 100.
• Lansing's crime rate is higher than Boston with a score of 48.66 compared to Boston's 39.88. This means that Lansing neighborhoods are safer than 48.66% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Boston neighborhoods are safer than 39.88%.
• Lansing is considered to be less safe than Boston with a score of 51.34 vs Boston's 60.12.
• Air quality in Lansing is good, and in Boston it's good.

Other things to consider for your Boston vs. Lansing move

• 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: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• 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.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Michigan moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Michigan doesn\’t require moving permits, but it\’s still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You’ll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Lansing. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.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: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in Lansing

Ready to relocate to "Capital City"? Here are some of the top neighborhoods to consider in Lansing.

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