Best Glendale to Lexington Movers

How Much Do Glendale to Lexington Movers Cost?

Moving 2,228 miles from Glendale, CA to Lexington, KY will typically cost between $3,500 and $9,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Lexington that already have a booked job heading from Lexington to Glendale. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Lexington from Glendale entirely empty. If you can find a Lexington moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Glendale to Lexington moving option

Hire local Glendale movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Lexington movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Glendale to Lexington move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Glendale to Lexington movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Glendale, CA to Lexington, KY long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Glendale to Lexington moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 32 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Glendale and Lexington areas.

From these 32 companies, we analyzed a total of 15,524 reviews dating all the way back to August 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 20 state and federal moving licenses from these 32 companies and 153 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~15,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 3,167 Glendale to Lexington moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Keep On Moving Company) vs older more established companies (like NorthStar Moving Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Glendale to Lexington moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.94/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 11,550 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.73/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 3,964 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.06/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 2,420 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.25/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 4,273 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.76/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 1,483 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.17/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 5,672 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.35/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 6,497 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.75/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 11,496 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.88/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 6,652 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.71/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 1,130 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.56/10 avg (Glendale & Lexington combined) from 5,825 reviews

From Glendale to Lexington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Glendale/Brand District in Glendale & Downtown in Lexington are both known for their urban core with restaurants & nightlife
• Glendale's Glendale Galleria area neighborhood & Lexington's Hamburg both share major retail & shopping centers
• If you're moving from Chevy Chase Canyon, check out Masterson Station in the Lexington area for greenbelt trails & family homes
• Do you enjoy Montrose's suburban residential with local schools? You're sure to love Southland
• Move from Rossmoyne to Oakwood Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: mature trees & quiet streets
• Adams Hill & Beaumont Centre are both known for their planned community with newer homes
• Glendale's Verdugo Woodlands neighborhood & Lexington's The Highlands neighborhood both have tree-lined streets & boutique shops
• If you're moving from Mountain Street District, look into The Highlands for art galleries & walkable dining

Pros and Cons of Moving from Glendale to Lexington

ConsGlendale, CA

• Higher living costs
• Heavy traffic
• Earthquake risk
• Less green space

ProsLexington, KY

• Lower living costs
• Less traffic
• Safer natural environment
• More parks

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Lexington, KY

• Less cultural diversity
• No beaches
• Fewer dining options
• Quieter nightlife

Glendale, CA

• Diverse culture
• Beaches nearby
• Great dining options
• Vibrant nightlife

Pros of moving from Glendale to Lexington

• Say goodbye to higher living costs and hello to lower living costs
• Look forward to moving away from heavy traffic and moving to Lexington with less traffic
• Swap the earthquake risk of Glendale for a safer natural environment in Lexington
• Get ready for more parks in Lexington

Cons of moving from Glendale to Lexington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a diverse culture in Glendale to live with less cultural diversity in Lexington
• You'll lose out on the pro of nearby beaches and have to settle for the con of no beaches
• Time to bid farewell to great dining options and get used to fewer dining options in Lexington
• Swap a vibrant nightlife for a quieter nightlife

Glendale vs. Lexington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Glendale to Lexington, you will be trading the iconic Armenian Kebab of Glendale for the equally delicious Burgoo of Lexington. And while the locals in Glendale rave about their flavorful Lule Kebab and sumptuous Falafel Wrap, Lexington residents know they have tasty Hot Brown and Beer Cheese to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Roasted Cauliflower they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Fried Green Tomatoes of Lexington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Glendale eateries like Raffi's Place, Porto's Bakery, and Carousel. After the boxes are unpacked in Lexington, don't wait too long before making your way to Lexington's acclaimed eateries like Dudley's on Short, Holly Hill Inn, and Middle Fork Kitchen Bar.

When comparing lifestyles, Lexington shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Glendale. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Lexington compared to what you are used to in Glendale. Also, the overall foodie scene is less bustling in Lexington.

Discover Lexington Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Lexington is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Glendale favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved The Americana at Brand, Carousel Restaurant, and Din Tai Fung in Glendale, we're sure you'll love The Summit at Fritz Farm, Sahara Mediterranean Cuisine, and Kung Fu Tea & Dumplings in Lexington. See our Lexington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Glendale hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Spitz, head to Sav's Grill on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Glendale and Lexington

• The Spanish and Modern architecture that Glendale is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Ranch architecture typical of Lexington.
• Compared to Glendale's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to Los Angeles and entertainment options, Lexington real estate listings often highlight features like horse farms and proximity to the University of Kentucky.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Lexington is less walkable than Glendale.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Lexington is less bike-friendly than Glendale.
• Lexington has less of an urban feel than Glendale.
• Lexington housing costs are 75% less expensive than they are in Glendale, with a median home price of $298,121 compared to Glendale’s $1,201,412.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Lexington have increased by 51% compared to a 44% increase in Glendale.
• Rent in Lexington is 53.09% more affordable than in Glendale.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Lexington, KY

1. 1 Masterson Station: Direct access to Masterson Station Park's large off-leash dog park, open fields, and walking trails makes daily exercise easy.
2. 2 Andover Forest: Minutes from Jacobson Park's spacious dog park and lakeside paths, with quiet, sidewalk-lined streets for easy walks.
3. 3 Chevy Chase: Highly walkable, tree-lined blocks near multiple parks and green spaces, plus plenty of pet-friendly patios and services for leashed pets.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Glendale and Lexington

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Glendale to Lexington. Lexington gets 34% fewer sunshine days than Glendale.
• Lexington has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Glendale.
• Say goodbye to the possible wildfires and earthquakes in Glendale, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Lexington.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Lexington is 4 degrees colder than in Glendale.
• The average winter lows are 21 degrees colder than those in Glendale.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Lexington, as Lexington receives 24 more inches of rain compared to Glendale.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Glendale and Lexington

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Lexington tend to earn about 23% less than in Glendale
• The COLI in Lexington is 32% lower than what you are used to living in Glendale
• The state income tax in KY is 5.0 flat compared to 13.3 max in CA
• The affluence in Lexington is comparatively moderate compared to the moderate affluence in Glendale
• The poverty level is comparable in Lexington compared to lower levels in Glendale
• In terms of homelessness, it is noticeable in Glendale and lesser in Lexington