Best Movers from Texas to Michigan (2025 Cost Data)

Moving the reverse route? We’ve got you covered with our moving from Michigan to Texas guide.

• Safeway Moving: Best overall value
• American Van Lines: Most experienced mover
• Allied Van Lines: Best for contents coverage
• Mayzlin Relocation: Best for personalized service
• North American Van Lines: Best customized plans

1. Bellhop Moving: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage: 5 out of 5 stars
3. Square Cow: 5 out of 5 stars
4. Firehouse Movers Inc.: 4.9 out of 5 stars
5. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.9 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to Michigan

If you’re moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Texas to Michigan, you can expect to spend between $1,586 and $6,269. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $3,574 to $7,997 on the same route (TX to MI). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from Texas to Michigan typically runs between $5,785 and $11,165.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Michigan

If you're moving from Texas to Michigan, expect to pay between $1,198 and $2,996 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $2,184 up to $4,027. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,708 and $5,412. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from Texas.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to Michigan

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 $1,035 and $1,998 to move a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck. For a two- or three-bedroom move, prices usually range from $1,129 to $2,447. If you’re relocating a four-bedroom (or larger) home, you’ll likely spend anywhere from $1,393 to $2,843.

These estimates factor in the average cost of fuel.

Factors affecting the cost of moving from TX to MI

There are many factors that influence Texas moving costs. The cost to move from Texas to Michigan will depend on these factors:

• Move size: Moving a large home costs more than moving a studio apartment.
• Time of year: The peak moving season in Texas is in the summer, so moving companies will likely charge more.
• DIY vs. professional mover: DIY moving services are cheaper but you do all the heavy lifting compared to letting the pros handle your move.

• Rent in Michigan is about 17% cheaper than in Texas, leaving you with more money in your pocket each month.
• Home prices in Michigan are about 18% lower than in Texas, making your monthly mortgage much more manageable.
• Double-check your budget before moving. Average incomes in Michigan are about 6% lower than in Texas.
• Living in Michigan costs about 1% less than in Texas. This lower cost of living can mean great savings, but you’ll still want to plan your move carefully.
• Michigan’s unemployment rate is about 15% higher than Texas’s. With more people out of work, you’ll find a bigger talent pool for employers and tougher competition when job hunting.
• Sales tax in Michigan is 27% lower than in Texas. If you have a big family or tend to spend more, this lower rate in Michigan can make a noticeable difference in your overall living costs.
• Income taxes are 4% higher in Michigan compared to Texas. As a result, you’ll pay more in state taxes, which could lower your take-home pay.

• With a population roughly 67% smaller than Texas, Michigan gives you more space, a more relaxed vibe, and lower living expenses. Just remember, you might notice fewer amenities around and a job market that’s not quite as fast-paced.
• During the last presidential election, both Texas and Michigan supported the Republican candidate.
• Summers in Michigan average 81ºF, compared to Texas, where highs reach 94ºF. Choosing a cooler summer spot means you’ll deal with less heat, save on energy costs, and get to spend more time outside, ideal if you value comfort and outdoor fun.
• In the coldest months, temperatures in Michigan can dip to around 14ºF, while Texas typically only sees lows near 36ºF. Relocating to Michigan means getting used to colder winters, which might mean higher heating bills, new routines, and harsher weather. On the upside, you’ll also get to experience the seasonal charm and activities that come with the snow.
• In Michigan, you’ll get about 34 inches of rain each year, almost the same as the 36 inches you’ve been used to in Texas. Although the total rainfall won’t change much with your move, keep in mind that when and how that rain fall might affect your daily routine.
• Every year, Michigan gets around 64 inches of snow, much more than the 2 inches that Texas typically sees. With all that extra snow, you’ll enjoy stunning winter scenery and tons of outdoor fun, but you’ll also have to do more prep work in the winter and need plenty of warm gear.
• Michigan is a safer choice than Texas, boasting a lower crime index of 19.98 compared to 27.32. You can look forward to safer neighborhoods, a stronger sense of community, and greater peace of mind. While crime rates aren't everything, it's reassuring to know you're moving somewhere relatively safe.

Other things to consider for your Texas to Michigan move

• Weather: Michigan has a continental climate, although there are two distinct regions. The southern and central parts of the Lower Peninsula (south of Saginaw Bay and from the Grand Rapids area southward) have a warmer climate with hot summers and cold winters. The northern part of the Lower Peninsula and the entire Upper Peninsula has a more severe climate (Köppen Dfb), with warm, but shorter summers and longer, cold to very cold winters. Some parts of the state average high temperatures below freezing from December through February, and into early March in the far northern parts. During the winter through the middle of February, the state is frequently subjected to heavy lake-effect snow. The state averages 30 days of thunderstorm activity per year. These can be severe, especially in the southern part of the state. The state averages 17 tornadoes per year, which are more common in the state's extreme southern section.
• HOA rules: Check your neighborhood or community rules ahead of moving day to avoid any last-minute surprises and keep your move running smoothly.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to reserve your building’s elevator as soon as possible and review any moving day rules well in advance.
• Parking permits: Some cities require a parking permit for moving trucks, so be sure to check your new local rules before moving day to avoid any surprises.
• 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. Make sure your moving company has the right licenses before you book with them.
• State regulator: Easily verify a Michigan moving license and its current status on the official state regulator’s website, here.
• Moving permits: You don’t need a moving permit in Michigan, but it’s smart to check local parking regulations before moving day.
• Change of address: Make sure to submit your USPS change of address form at least a week before moving. Once you set your move date, your mail will start forwarding to Michigan right on schedule. Get started here.
• Mover's insurance: Federal law requires interstate moving companies to provide you with basic insurance, called “released value protection,” for free. 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: Keep your move stress-free with our handy moving checklist. It’s the easiest way to make sure nothing gets overlooked.

Museums in Michigan

• Detroit Institute of Arts
• Motown Museum
• The Henry Ford
• Kalamazoo Valley Museum
• Gerald R. Ford Museum

Parks in Michigan

• 1. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
• 2. Pere Marquette Park
• 3. Silver Beach County Park
• 4. Presque Isle Park
• 5. Galien River County Park

Sports Teams in Michigan

• Detroit Lions (NFL)
• Detroit Pistons (NBA)
• Detroit Red Wings (NHL)
• Detroit Tigers (MLB)
• Grand Rapids Gold (NBA G League)

Universities in Michigan

• University of Michigan
• Michigan State University
• Michigan Technological University
• Wayne State University
• Western Michigan University