Top Dallas, TX to Grand Rapids, MI Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Grand Rapids to Dallas guide.

1. Am Moving Company LLC: 4.72 out of 5 stars
2. 3 Men Movers: 4.72 out of 5 stars
3. AB Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. Firehouse Movers Inc.: 4.9 out of 5 stars
5. Fantastic Moves: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to Michigan

Planning a move from Texas to Michigan? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,553 and $6,364. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $3,273 and $7,654 for the same journey (TX to MI). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $5,574 to $10,012.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Michigan

If you're moving from Texas to Michigan, expect to pay between $1,032 and $2,597 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $1,983 up to $3,728. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,627 and $4,814. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas 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 $842 and $1,598 to move a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck. For a two- or three-bedroom move, prices usually range from $936 to $1,998. If you're relocating a four-bedroom (or larger) home, you'll likely spend anywhere from $1,142 to $2,478.

These estimates factor in the average cost of fuel.

• Rent prices in Grand Rapids are 7% lower than in Dallas, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• The home prices in Grand Rapids are 8.0% higher than in Dallas, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Grand Rapids is 7.3% lower than in Dallas, 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 88.6% higher than in Dallas. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Grand Rapids 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 8.1% less than what it costs in Dallas.
• The unemployment rate in Grand Rapids is 19.44% higher than in Dallas.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Grand Rapids, since the city's sales taxes in Grand Rapids are 27.27% lower than in Dallas.
• State income taxes in Grand Rapids are 4.25% higher than in Dallas.

• Grand Rapids might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 85% less than Dallas.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Grand Rapids will be about the same as it currently is in Dallas. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Living in Grand Rapids means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Dallas. Grand Rapids is considered more walkable than Dallas, with a score of 56 out of 100 versus 46 out of 100 in Dallas. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• Grand Rapids and Dallas are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 52 and 49 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• Grand Rapids has a lower crime rate than Dallas based on scores of 44.23 and Dallas's 51.4, 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 Dallas, based on Grand Rapids's safety index of 55.77 versus 48.6 for Dallas. 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 Dallas 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: 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: 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. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in Michigan, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While Michigan 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 Grand Rapids 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. 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 gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Fulton Heights
• Heartside-Downtown
• East Hills
• Midtown
• Belknap Lookout

Best neighborhoods for families

• Eastown
• South East End
• Millbrook
• Belknap Lookout
• Heritage Hill

Things to do in Grand Rapids

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

• Arts and culture: You'll find museums and cultural hubs throughout Grand Rapids, such as 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 — along with other locations, ideal for trails, cycling, or enjoying the fresh air.
• Sports: Experience the energy of a live game and back the home team at an Grand Rapids Griffins (AHL) game.