($1,435) Movers From Lubbock, TX to Utah

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

The cost of Lubbock movers will depend on:

• Move size: How much stuff you’re bringing and the size and layout of your place will directly affect your moving costs.
• Time of year: Moving in the summer in Lubbock usually means higher prices, since that's peak season for movers.
• DIY vs. professional mover: Going the DIY route can save money, but expect more hassle and effort than if you hire professional movers.

• Plan to set aside extra for rent in Utah. It typically runs 4% higher than in Lubbock.
• Thinking about buying? Home prices in Utah are roughly 158.8% higher than in Lubbock, so make sure you can afford a steeper mortgage.
• You’ll find average incomes are around 48.1% higher in Utah compared to Lubbock.
• You’ll see about 40.7% lower unemployment in Utah versus Lubbock.
• Brace yourself for higher income taxes. They’re 4.95% steeper in Utah than in Lubbock.

• In the last presidential election, Utah voted Republican and Lubbock voted Republican.
• Luckily, you won’t have to buy a new summer wardrobe since the average summertime high in Utah is 90º F, which is right on par with the average of 92º F in Lubbock.
• During the coldest part of the year, Utah reaches the temperature of 17º F while Lubbock only gets down to 26º F, so you may need to buy a new winter coat for your move to the Beehive State.
• No big surprises here. When you move from Lubbock to Utah, you can expect about the same annual rainfall with 15 inches in Utah, and 20 inches in Lubbock.
• In Utah, it snows about 43 inches annually, compared to the 7 inches of snow in Lubbock. Make sure you like the cold and enjoy snowy weather before making the move.

• Weather: Utah's temperatures are extreme, with cold temperatures in winter due to its elevation, and very hot summers statewide (with the exception of mountain areas and high mountain valleys). Utah is usually protected from major blasts of cold air by mountains lying north and east of the state. Utah, like most of the western United States, has few days of thunderstorms. On average there are fewer than 40 days of thunderstorm activity during the year, although these storms can be briefly intense when they do occur..
• HOA rules: Make sure to check your neighborhood or community’s moving rules ahead of time to avoid any surprises on moving day.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure you find out how to reserve it for your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: Certain cities ask you to get parking permits for moving trucks or large vehicles. Check in advance to see if you’ll need one for your move.
• 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. Before you hire a moving company, double-check that they’re properly licensed.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Utah moving license anytime on the official state regulator’s website.
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit for Utah, but it’s smart to look into local parking rules before your move.
• Change of address: Submit your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can select your official move date to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Utah without a hitch. Get started here.
• Moving insurance: Insurance requirements vary from state to state. 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: Nothing beats peace of mind. Our moving checklist makes it easy to stay organized and be sure you haven’t missed a thing.