Top Lubbock, TX to Yonkers, NY Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Yonkers to Lubbock guide.

1. Hart Moving & Storage Inc.: 4.58 out of 5 stars
2. Little Guys Movers : 4.48 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to New York

Planning a move from Texas to New York? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,527 and $5,817. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $4,112 and $9,264 for the same journey (TX to NY). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $7,256 to $13,662.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to New York

When you're heading from Texas to New York, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,354 and $3,378. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $2,486 and $4,991. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $3,332 to $6,843. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to New York

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 $1,376 and $2,495 to move a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck. For a two- or three-bedroom move, prices usually range from $1,417 to $3,120. If you're relocating a four-bedroom (or larger) home, you'll likely spend anywhere from $1,859 to $3,559.

These estimates factor in the average cost of fuel.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Yonkers, since prices are typically 116% higher than in Lubbock.
• The home prices in Yonkers are 221.5% higher than in Lubbock, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Yonkers, where incomes are, on average, 31.7% higher than in Lubbock. Major employers in Yonkers include Leake and Watts Services, Yonkers Contracting, and St. John's Riverside Hospital.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Yonkers, since the cost of living for a single person in Yonkers is 77.8% higher than in Lubbock. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Yonkers, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Yonkers is 65.6% higher than in Lubbock.
• The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 28.81% higher than in Lubbock.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Yonkers, since its sales taxes are 7.64% higher than what you are paying in Lubbock.
• State income taxes in Yonkers are 10.90% higher than in Lubbock.

• Yonkers might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 20% less than Lubbock.
• Yonkers offers better access to buses and trains than Lubbock, based on public transportation ratings. Yonkers has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 3 in Lubbock. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Yonkers means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Lubbock. Yonkers is considered more walkable than Lubbock, with a score of 69 out of 100 versus 39 out of 100 in Lubbock. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Yonkers, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Lubbock. While Lubbock has a bike-friendliness score of 43 out of 100, Yonkers earned a 37. 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.
• Yonkers has a lower crime rate than Lubbock based on scores of 28.34 and Lubbock's 50.39, 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 Yonkers than in Lubbock, based on Yonkers's safety index of 71.66 versus 48.61 for Lubbock. 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 Yonkers and Lubbock 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: June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Yonkers, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• State licensing: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a New York moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in New York, though it's smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly to Yonkers Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Getty Square
• Cedar Knolls
• Park Hill
• Southeast Yonkers
• Beech Hill

Best neighborhoods for families

• Cedar Knolls
• Park Hill
• Northwest Yonkers
• Southeast Yonkers
• Dunwoodie

Things to do in Yonkers

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Yonkers include museums and art centers like the Hudson River Museum, Philipse Manor Hall, and Science Barge.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Untermyer Gardens, Tibbetts Brook Park, Van der Donck Park, and Beverly E Smith Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden — 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 Lansdowne Yonkers FC (EPSL), Yonkers Knights (NY State Baseball League), Yonkers United Football Club (FC), or Yonkers Bravehearts (Eastern Football League) game.