Top McKinney, TX to Salt Lake City, UT Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Salt Lake City to McKinney guide.

1. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.72 out of 5 stars
2. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
3. Firehouse Movers Inc.: 4.9 out of 5 stars
4. AB Moving: 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. King Moving Company: 4.66 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to Utah

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Texas to Utah typically costs between $1,452 and $5,772. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $3,502 and $7,947 when moving from TX to UT. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from Texas to Utah, you're looking at costs ranging from $5,971 up to $10,575.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Utah

Moving containers from Texas to Utah will cost you $1,077 to $2,723 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,990 to $4,081. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,890 to $5,410. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of Texas.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to Utah

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $956 and $1,937. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,055 and $2,281. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,380 up to $2,756 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Salt Lake City are 35% lower than in McKinney, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• The home prices in Salt Lake City are 8.5% higher than in McKinney, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Salt Lake City is 3.4% lower than in McKinney, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Salt Lake City — including Intermountain Healthcare, Alsco, and EnerBank USA — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Salt Lake City. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 2.7% lower than in McKinney.
• A move to Salt Lake City 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 1.0% less than what it costs in McKinney.
• The unemployment rate in Salt Lake City is 50.00% lower than in McKinney.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Salt Lake City, since the city's sales taxes in Salt Lake City are 6.06% lower than in McKinney.
• State income taxes in Salt Lake City are 4.95% higher than in McKinney.

• Salt Lake City's population is about the same as McKinney.
• Salt Lake City's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus McKinney's lower score of 1.
• Salt Lake City is more walkable than McKinney with a score of 59 out of 100 vs McKinney's 27 out of 100.
• With a score of 74 out of 100, Salt Lake City is more bike-friendly than McKinney, which has a score of 42 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Salt Lake City's crime rate is higher than McKinney with a score of 34.64 compared to McKinney's 21.48. This means that Salt Lake City neighborhoods are safer than 34.64% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and McKinney neighborhoods are safer than 21.48%.
• Salt Lake City is considered to be less safe than McKinney with a score of 65.36 vs McKinney's 78.52.
• Air quality in Salt Lake City is good, and in McKinney it's good.

• Weather: June, September and May are the most pleasant months in Salt Lake City, while January and December 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: 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Utah moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in Utah, 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 Salt Lake City Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Capitol Hill
• Central City
• East Bench
• Greater Avenues
• Yalecrest

Best neighborhoods for families

• East Bench
• Greater Avenues
• Liberty Wells
• Sugar House
• Yalecrest

Things to do in Salt Lake City

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Salt Lake City include museums and art centers like the Natural History Museum of Utah, Clark Planetarium, Wheeler Historic Farm, Joseph Smith Memorial Building, and Land Cruiser Heritage Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Big Cottonwood Canyon, Red Butte Garden, Temple Square, and Liberty Park — 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 Salt Lake Bees (Pacific Coast League), Utah Jazz (NBA), Utah Utes (Pac-12), or Westminster Griffins (RMAC) game.