Top Minneapolis, MN to Grand Rapids, MI Movers

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1. Matt's Moving Company : 4.9 out of 5 stars
2. Metcalf Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
3. The Move Crew: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.76 out of 5 stars
5. Daymakers Moving & Storage: 4.62 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Minnesota to Michigan

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Minnesota to Michigan will cost between $1,294 and $3,929. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from MN to MI will range from $2,590 to $6,534, and a large move from Minnesota to Michigan will cost from $4,404 to $9,644.

Cost of moving containers from Minnesota to Michigan

When you're heading from Minnesota to Michigan, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $773 and $1,806. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,365 and $2,734. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $1,840 to $3,673. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Minnesota to Michigan

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 $505 and $922 to move a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck. For a two- or three-bedroom move, prices usually range from $567 to $1,073. If you're relocating a four-bedroom (or larger) home, you'll likely spend anywhere from $666 to $1,363.

These estimates factor in the average cost of fuel.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Grand Rapids, since prices are typically 12% higher than in Minneapolis.
• The home prices in Grand Rapids are 5.0% higher than in Minneapolis, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Grand Rapids is 9.7% lower than in Minneapolis, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Grand Rapids — including Meijer, Spectrum Health Hospitals, and Universal Forest Products — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Grand Rapids, since the cost of living for a single person in Grand Rapids is 36.7% higher than in Minneapolis. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Grand Rapids, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Grand Rapids is 52.0% higher than in Minneapolis.
• The unemployment rate in Grand Rapids is 4.44% lower than in Minneapolis.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Grand Rapids, since the city's sales taxes in Grand Rapids are 33.55% lower than in Minneapolis.
• One perk of moving to Grand Rapids is paying less in state income taxes, which are 56.85% lower than in Minneapolis.

• Grand Rapids might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 53% less than Minneapolis.
• Getting around Grand Rapids without a car might be more difficult than in Minneapolis. Grand Rapids has a public transportation score of 6 out of 10, whereas Minneapolis is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Grand Rapids neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Minneapolis. Based on its score of 56 out of 100, Grand Rapids isn't as walkable as Minneapolis, which has a score of 71 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 Grand Rapids, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Minneapolis. While Minneapolis has a bike-friendliness score of 83 out of 100, Grand Rapids earned a 52. 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.
• Grand Rapids has a lower crime rate than Minneapolis based on scores of 44.23 and Minneapolis's 56.06, 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 Grand Rapids than in Minneapolis, based on Grand Rapids's safety index of 55.77 versus 43.94 for Minneapolis. 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 Grand Rapids and Minneapolis 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: August, July and June are the most most advisable months to move in Grand Rapids, while January and December are the least comfortable months.
• 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 Grand Rapids. 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

• Fulton Heights
• South Hill
• East Hills
• Midtown
• Belknap Lookout

Best neighborhoods for families

• Eastown
• Fulton Heights
• Millbrook
• East Hills
• Belknap Lookout

Things to do in Grand Rapids

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

• Arts and culture: Grand Rapids features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Gerald R. Ford Museum, Grand Rapids Public Museum, Grand Rapids Children's Museum, Grand Rapids Art Museum, and Urban Institute For Contemporary Arts.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Gerald R. Ford Airport Viewing Park, Blandford Nature Center Richmond Park, and Riverside Park — 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 Grand Rapids Griffins (AHL) game.