Top Dallas, TX to Lansing, MI Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Lansing 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

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Texas to Michigan, you can expect to spend between $1,453 and $5,883. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $3,133 to $7,893 on the same route (TX to MI). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from Texas to Michigan typically runs between $5,340 and $9,997.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Michigan

When you're heading from Texas to Michigan, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,063 and $2,648. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,924 and $3,845. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $2,574 to $5,332. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to Michigan

Looking to save money? Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option. Just keep in mind that you'll handle all the lifting, packing, and driving yourself.

If you're moving out of a studio or one-bedroom and renting a truck, plan to spend between $880 and $1,710. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $971 and $2,112. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $1,160 and $2,474.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Lansing are 36% lower than in Dallas, 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 51.1% lower than in Dallas.
• Income in Lansing is 5.2% lower than in Dallas, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Lansing — including Health Management Associates, Michigan State Police, and Sparrow Health System — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Lansing. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 43.6% lower than in Dallas.
• A move to Lansing 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 46.1% less than what it costs in Dallas.
• The unemployment rate in Lansing is 105.56% higher than in Dallas.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Lansing, since the city's sales taxes in Lansing are 27.27% lower than in Dallas.
• State income taxes in Lansing are 4.25% higher than in Dallas.

• Lansing might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 91% less than Dallas.
• Getting around Lansing without a car might be more difficult than in Dallas. Lansing has a public transportation score of 5 out of 10, whereas Dallas is ranked 6. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• You'll find Lansing to be about as walkable as Dallas. The two cities have similar walkability scores of 46 and 46 respectively out of 100 in terms of how close housing is to businesses, recreational facilities, and jobs.
• If cycling is your thing, Lansing is considered more bike-friendly than Dallas in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Lansing has a bike-friendliness score of 55 out of 100, while Dallas is rated as 49 out of 100.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Lansing as Dallas. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Lansing is generally as safe as Dallas, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Lansing 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: 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.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Okemos
• Haslett
• Edgemont Park
• DeWitt
• Mason

Best neighborhoods for families

• Okemos
• Haslett
• DeWitt
• Waverly
• Holt

Things to do in Lansing

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Lansing include museums and art centers like the Michigan History Center, Impression 5 Science Center, and R.E. Olds Transportation Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Woldumar Nature Center, Potter Park Zoo, Hawk Island Park, and River Trail — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Lansing Lugnuts (Baseball) game.