Top Missoula, MT to Ogden, UT Movers

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1. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.66 out of 5 stars
2. Montana Transfer: 4.28 out of 5 stars
3. All Lanes Moving & Storage: 4.28 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Montana to Utah

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Montana to Utah will cost between $1,468 and $4,301. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from MT to UT will range from $2,654 to $7,191, and a large move from Montana to Utah will cost from $4,544 to $10,112.

Cost of moving containers from Montana to Utah

When you're heading from Montana to Utah, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $737 and $1,825. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,358 and $2,724. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $1,752 to $3,328. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

Explore the top budget-friendly moving container companies to make your move from Montana easier and more affordable.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Montana to Utah

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 $441 and $807. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $475 and $958. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $586 up to $1,178 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Ogden are 4% lower than in Missoula, 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 Ogden.
  Home prices in Ogden are 29.5% lower than in Missoula.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Ogden, where incomes are, on average, 6.4% higher than in Missoula. Major employers in Ogden include CFJ Properties, Inc., Weber State University, and Staker Parson Companies.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Ogden, since the cost of living for a single person in Ogden is 1.4% higher than in Missoula. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Ogden 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 21.2% less than what it costs in Missoula.
• The unemployment rate in Ogden is 13.64% lower than in Missoula.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Ogden, since its sales taxes are 7.25% higher than what you are paying in Missoula.
• One perk of moving to Ogden is paying less in state income taxes, which are 26.67% lower than in Missoula.

• Ogden's population is about 12% greater than Missoula.
• Ogden's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Missoula's lower score of 5.
• Ogden and Missoula are similarily walkable.
• Ogden has a bike-friendliness score 44 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Missoula, which has a score of 60 out of 100.
• Ogden's crime rate is higher than Missoula with a score of 46.94 compared to Missoula's 33.27. This means that Ogden neighborhoods are safer than 46.94% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Missoula neighborhoods are safer than 33.27%.
• Ogden is considered to be less safe than Missoula with a score of 53.06 vs Missoula's 66.73.
• Air quality in Ogden is good, and in Missoula it's good.

• Weather: If you're planning to move to Ogden, it's advisable to June, September and May as these are the most pleasant months in Ogden, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Ogden experiences both hot summer and very cold weather. Best and worst of both worlds.
• 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: Although a local license is not required in Utah, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Utah moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Utah 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 Ogden. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Utah, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. To increase protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Historic 25th Street
• East Bench
• Shadow Valley
• West Ogden
• Mount Ogden

Best neighborhoods for families

• Shadow Valley
• East Bench
• North Ogden
• South Ogden
• West Haven

Things to do in Ogden

Once you're settled into your new home in Utah, it's time to get out and discover what Ogden has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: Ogden is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Hill Aerospace Museum, Utah State Railroad Museum, Treehouse Children's Museum, John M. Browning Firearms Museum, and Eccles Community Art Center.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Waterfall Canyon Trail, Beus Pond Park, Ogden Botanical Gardens, and Ogden Nature Center — 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 Weber State Wildcats (Big Sky) game.