Top St. George, UT to Lafayette, LA Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Lafayette to St. George guide.

1. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.58 out of 5 stars
2. Legacy Moving: 4.28 out of 5 stars
3. Dixie Moving & Storage: 4.04 out of 5 stars
4. St. George Pro Movers: 3.96 out of 5 stars
5. Big Ben's Moving And Storage LLC: 3.96 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Utah to Louisiana

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Utah to Louisiana typically costs between $1,414 and $5,799. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $3,570 and $7,369 when moving from UT to LA. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from Utah to Louisiana, you're looking at costs ranging from $6,249 up to $11,335.

Cost of moving containers from Utah to Louisiana

Moving from Utah to Louisiana? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $1,180 and $2,679. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $2,087 to $4,366. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $2,842 up to $5,614. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies to help with your move from Utah.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Utah to Louisiana

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $1,035 to $1,946. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $1,086 to $2,460, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Utah to Louisiana costs around $1,512 to $2,977.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Lafayette, since prices are typically 60% higher than in St. George.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Lafayette.
  Home prices in Lafayette are 57.3% lower than in St. George.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Lafayette, where incomes are, on average, 1.7% higher than in St. George. Major employers in Lafayette include LHC Group, King-Patin, and Guy’s Towing Service.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Lafayette. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 17.1% lower than in St. George.
• A move to Lafayette 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 8.1% less than what it costs in St. George.
• The unemployment rate in Lafayette is 100.00% higher than in St. George.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Lafayette, since its sales taxes are 40.00% higher than what you are paying in St. George.
• One perk of moving to Lafayette is paying less in state income taxes, which are 14.14% lower than in St. George.

• Lafayette might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 33% less than St. George.
• Lafayette offers better access to buses and trains than St. George, based on public transportation ratings. Lafayette has a transit score of 3 out of 10 compared to 2 in St. George. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Lafayette means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in St. George. Lafayette is considered more walkable than St. George, with a score of 42 out of 100 versus 27 out of 100 in St. George. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• Lafayette and St. George are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 47 and 45 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• The crime rate in Lafayette is higher than in St. George, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 45.75 in Lafayette, it is 29.02 in St. George. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Lafayette. With a crime index of 54.25, Lafayette ranks lower in overall safety than St. George, whose index is 70.98. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Lafayette and St. George 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: It's best to plan your move to Lafayette during April, October and November.
• 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: If you’re using a legitimate moving company to relocate from one home or apartment within the state to another, look for a company regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC). During the pre-move screening process, families on the move should verify that prospective movers are registered and in good standing with the LPSC. In cases of substandard service, inflated costs, and unlicensed movers operating illegally, consumers may file a complaint, after which the commission will initiate an investigation. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in Louisiana, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While Louisiana 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 Lafayette 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. Choose Released Value Protection for free coverage at 60 cents per pound from movers. For full-value protection, explore alternative options with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Saint Streets
• Freetown-Port Rico
• Downtown Lafayette
• Scott
• Youngsville

Best neighborhoods for families

• Youngsville
• Broussard
• Milton
• Scott
• Cade

Things to do in Lafayette

After getting comfortable in your new Louisiana home, it's time to see what Lafayette is all about. Whether you're into food, art, nature, or nightlife — there's plenty to check out:

• Arts and culture: Lafayette features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Lafayette Science Museum, Acadian Cultural Center, Children's Museum of Acadiana, Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum, and Lafayette Art Gallery.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Evangeline State Park, Acadiana Park Nature Station, and Girard Park Center — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (Sun Belt) game.