Top St. Louis, MO to Overland Park, KS Movers

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1. Arch Moving: 4.76 out of 5 stars
2. McGuire Moving and Storage: 4.76 out of 5 stars
3. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.76 out of 5 stars
4. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. Cord Moving and Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Missouri to Kansas

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Missouri to Kansas will cost between $1,021 and $3,629. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from MO to KS will range from $1,929 to $5,698, and a large move from Missouri to Kansas will cost from $2,478 to $6,789.

Cost of moving containers from Missouri to Kansas

If you're moving from Missouri to Kansas, expect to pay between $710 and $1,851 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $1,355 up to $2,615. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $1,716 and $3,079. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from Missouri.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Missouri to Kansas

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 $381 and $649. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $370 and $815. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $501 up to $914 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Overland Park, since prices are typically 24% higher than in St. Louis.
• The home prices in Overland Park are 152.3% higher than in St. Louis, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Overland Park is 2.5% lower than in St. Louis, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Overland Park — including ASE Group, Synergy Group, and Sprint — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Overland Park. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 6.0% lower than in St. Louis.
• A move to Overland Park 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 26.8% less than what it costs in St. Louis.
• The unemployment rate in Overland Park is 52.38% lower than in St. Louis.
• Sales taxes are the same in Overland Park and St. Louis.
• State income taxes in Overland Park are 18.75% higher than in St. Louis.

• Overland Park might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 33% less than St. Louis.
• Getting around Overland Park without a car might be more difficult than in St. Louis. Overland Park has a public transportation score of 2 out of 10, whereas St. Louis is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Overland Park neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as St. Louis. Based on its score of 35 out of 100, Overland Park isn't as walkable as St. Louis, which has a score of 66 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 Overland Park, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than St. Louis. While St. Louis has a bike-friendliness score of 58 out of 100, Overland Park earned a 46. 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.
• Overland Park has a lower crime rate than St. Louis based on scores of 24.73 and St. Louis's 69.65, 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 Overland Park than in St. Louis, based on Overland Park's safety index of 75.27 versus 30.35 for St. Louis. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Overland Park has better air quality than in St. Louis. Overland Park has Good air quality, compared to moderate in St. Louis. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

• Weather: September, May and June are the most pleasant months in Overland Park, while January and December 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: In Kansas, the Transportation Division of the Kansas Corporation Commission monitors, licenses, and regulates intrastate motor carriers like movers. The state’s Corporation Commission issues moving companies operating authority in the form of KCC Numbers, which customers can verify online here before hiring a mover. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in Kansas, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While Kansas 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 Overland Park 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. Released Value Protection is the most economical option because it doesn’t cost anything. It is offered by movers at no additional charge, but the protection is minimal. Under this option, the mover is responsible for no more than 60 cents per pound per article. For example, if your mover lost or damaged a 50 inch TV weighing 25 pounds, you would only receive $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). If you need for the full value of your items to be covered, please consult with the moving company you're hiring for other options or 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

• Downtown Overland Park
• Oak Park
• South Lake
• Deer Creek
• Pinehurst Estates

Best neighborhoods for families

• Beverly Estates
• Brookridge Estates
• Mills Farm
• Lions Gate
• Deer Valley

Things to do in Overland Park

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

• Arts and culture: Overland Park is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Johnson County Museum, Museum at Prairiefire, and Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead, Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, and Indian Creek Greenway — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Kansas City Chiefs (nearby), Kansas City Royals (nearby), Sporting Kansas City (nearby), or Kansas City Mavericks (nearby) game.