Top Houston, TX to Lansing, MI Movers

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1. 3 Men Movers: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. A Better Tripp Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
3. Square Cow: 5.0 out of 5 stars
4. Bellhop Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
5. Student Movers Inc.: 4.66 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to Michigan

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Texas to Michigan will cost between $1,515 and $5,956. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from TX to MI will range from $3,291 to $7,749, and a large move from Texas to Michigan will cost from $5,633 to $10,995.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Michigan

Moving from Texas to Michigan? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $1,099 and $2,861. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $2,070 to $3,914. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $2,805 up to $5,576. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to Michigan

Renting a moving truck is typically the most budget-friendly choice, but remember, you'll be responsible for all the heavy lifting, packing, and driving on your own.

If you're moving from a studio or one-bedroom place with a rental truck, expect to pay between $993 and $1,857. For a two- or three-bedroom move, costs usually range from $1,008 to $2,275. If you're tackling a four-bedroom or bigger move, your rental truck will likely run between $1,402 and $2,612.

Estimated fuel costs are already factored into these quotes.

• Rent prices in Lansing are 27% lower than in Houston, 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 43.7% lower than in Houston.
• Income in Lansing is 7.3% lower than in Houston, 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 42.4% lower than in Houston.
• 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 41.3% less than what it costs in Houston.
• The unemployment rate in Lansing is 80.49% higher than in Houston.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Lansing, since the city's sales taxes in Lansing are 27.27% lower than in Houston.
• State income taxes in Lansing are 4.25% higher than in Houston.

• Lansing might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 95% less than Houston.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Lansing will be about the same as it currently is in Houston. 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.
• You'll find Lansing to be about as walkable as Houston. The two cities have similar walkability scores of 46 and 47 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 Houston 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 Houston is rated as 49 out of 100.
• Lansing has a lower crime rate than Houston based on scores of 48.66 and Houston's 63.5, 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 Lansing than in Houston, based on Lansing's safety index of 51.34 versus 36.5 for Houston. 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 Lansing and Houston 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: 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 Lansing 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

• Okemos
• Haslett
• Waverly
• Edgemont Park
• DeWitt

Best neighborhoods for families

• Okemos
• Haslett
• Waverly
• DeWitt Charter Township
• Holt

Things to do in Lansing

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

• 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.