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The Best Moving Companies in Indianapolis
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All data current as of publish date.
*Prices averaged for 5 home sizes across 6 distances over 100 miles. Mileage included in long-distance quotes.
**Prices averaged for 5 home sizes (when different trucks were available) for a distance under 100 miles. Prices do not include mileage rates.
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What to know about moving in Indianapolis
Moving in Indianapolis can cost anywhere from $120 to $29,000—it all depends on how you move, how much you’re moving, how far, and when you move. If you’re moving from out of state or move during the peak season (summer), you’ll end up spending more on your move.
But the biggest factor to consider is moving services: a full-service move costs an average of $9,060, while moving containers cost $3,800 and moving van rentals cost around $1,128.1
The Indianapolis housing market is relatively affordable compared to national averages, with a median sale price of $226,600.2 Home prices increased by 5.2% in 2022, and the housing market is considered very competitive, with most homes receiving three offers and selling in less than two weeks.
Indianapolis has a humid subtropical climate, so you can expect lots of precipitation throughout the year. (The city ranks 14th on our list of the Gloomiest Cities in the US!3) Winters are snowy and chilly, with highs in the 30s and lows in the 20s or teens.4 Summers are humid and warm, with highs in the 80s and lows in the 60s. Keep in mind, temperatures will probably feel more extreme because of the humidity!
Yes, Indianapolis is a relatively affordable city, when compared to many other major cities in America. The city even made our list of US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living, with rent averaging $1,798 per month and transportation averaging $272 per month.5
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Sources
- Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” Published June 6, 2022. Accessed November 29, 2022.
- Redfin.com, “Indianapolis Housing Market.” Accessed November 29, 2022.
- Joe Roberts, Move.org, “Top 10 Gloomiest Cities in the US,” Published August 5, 2022. Accessed November 29, 2022.
- Westcentralindianaedc.com, “Climate.” Accessed November 29, 2022.
- Asha Kennedy, “US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2022,” Published August 23, 2022. Accessed November 29, 2022.