Best Lincoln to Madison Movers

How Much Do Lincoln to Madison Movers Cost?

Moving 484 miles from Lincoln, NE to Madison, WI will typically cost between $2,000 and $5,500 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 Madison that already have a booked job heading from Madison to Lincoln. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Madison from Lincoln entirely empty. If you can find a Madison moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Lincoln to Madison moving option

Hire local Lincoln 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 Madison movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Lincoln to Madison 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 Lincoln to Madison 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 Lincoln, NE to Madison, WI long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 24 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Lincoln and Madison areas.

From these 24 companies, we analyzed a total of 6,367 reviews dating all the way back to May 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 21 state and federal moving licenses from these 24 companies and 124 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~6,000 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 2,179 Lincoln to Madison 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 The Go To Guys, LLC) vs older more established companies (like Select Van & Storage Co.).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.65/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 3,238 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.29/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 919 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.94/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 563 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.48/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 1,063 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.26/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 335 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.79/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 1,391 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.08/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 1,929 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.38/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 3,211 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.44/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 1,789 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.12/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 284 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.09/10 avg (Lincoln & Madison combined) from 1,497 reviews

From Lincoln to Madison: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Lincoln in Lincoln & Downtown/Midtown in Madison are both known for their: mixed residential & commercial core
• Lincoln's Haymarket District neighborhood & Madison's State Street both share: historic entertainment district
• If you're moving from University Place, check out Mifflin East in the Madison area for: a student-focused neighborhood near campus
• Do you enjoy Irvingdale's suburban family-oriented atmosphere with established homes? You're sure to love Westmorland
• Move from Yankee Hill to Nakoma and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: affluent, tree-lined streets
• Hartley & Shorewood Hills are both known for their: residential areas near parks and green spaces
• Lincoln's Woods Park neighborhood & Madison's Tenney-Lapham neighborhood both have: older homes near local shops
• If you're moving from Country Club, look into Shorewood Hills for: upscale lakeside proximity & golf course
• Do you cherish living in Belmont's modern suburban area with mixed-use development? Move into Hill Farms for something similar
• The similar vibes of College View & Tenney-Lapham are both known for: a walkable community near cafes & shops

Pros and Cons of Moving from Lincoln to Madison

ConsLincoln, NE

• Smaller city vibe
• Fewer public parks
• Less cultural diversity
• Lower restaurant variety

ProsMadison, WI

• Larger city life
• More green spaces
• Greater cultural diversity
• Wider food selection

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Madison, WI

• Higher living cost
• Miss smaller community
• Heavier traffic
• More complex layout

Lincoln, NE

• Lower living cost
• Friendly small-town feel
• Light traffic
• Easy navigation

Pros of moving from Lincoln to Madison

• Say goodbye to smaller city vibe and hello to larger city life
• Look forward to moving away from fewer public parks and moving to Madison with more green spaces
• Swap the less cultural diversity of Lincoln for greater cultural diversity in Madison
• Get ready for a wider food selection in Madison

Cons of moving from Lincoln to Madison

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the lower living cost in Lincoln to live with the higher living cost in Madison
• You'll lose out on the pro of a friendly small-town feel and have to settle with the con of missing a smaller community
• Time to bid farewell to light traffic and get used to heavier traffic in Madison
• Swap easy navigation for a more complex layout

Lincoln vs. Madison: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Lincoln to Madison, you will be trading the iconic Runza of Lincoln for the equally delicious Cheese Curds of Madison. And while the locals in Lincoln rave about their flavorful Smoked Brisket and sumptuous Tacos, Madison residents know they have tasty Bratwurst and Fried Cheese Curds to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Seitan Wings they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Black Bean Burgers of Madison. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Lincoln eateries like Misty's, LeadBelly, and The Mill Coffee and Tea. After the boxes are unpacked in Madison, don't wait too long before making your way to Madison's acclaimed eateries like Graze, Lao Laan-Xang, and Ian's Pizza.

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

Discover Madison Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Madison is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Lincoln favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved The Oven, Honest Abe's Burgers & Freedom, and Blue Sushi Sake Grill in Lincoln, we're sure you'll love Swagat, Dotty Dumpling's Dowry, and Muramoto in Madison. See our Madison restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Lincoln hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Leadbelly, head to The Old Fashioned on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Lincoln and Madison

• The Ranch architecture that Lincoln is known for will be replaced with the Prairie/Craftsman architecture typical of Madison.
• Compared to Lincoln's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious backyards and proximity to schools, Madison real estate listings often highlight features like lake views and access to bike trails.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Madison is more walkable than Lincoln.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Madison is more bike-friendly than Lincoln.
• Madison has more of an urban feel than Lincoln.
• Madison housing costs are 38% more expensive than they are in Lincoln, with a median home price of $380,800 compared to Lincoln’s $276,124.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Madison have increased by 44% compared to a 43% increase in Lincoln.
• Rent in Madison is 18.99% more expensive than in Lincoln.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Madison, WI

1. Willy Street : You'll love Willy Street for its numerous parks and open spaces perfect for walking or playing with your pets.
2. Schenk-Atwood : This neighborhood offers pet-friendly cafes and shops, making it easy for you to spend quality time with your furry friends.
3. Near West Side : With its extensive trails and proximity to Lake Mendota, you and your pets will enjoy plenty of outdoor adventures here.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Lincoln and Madison

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Lincoln to Madison. Madison gets 16% fewer sunshine days than Lincoln.
• Madison has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Lincoln.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and thunderstorms in Lincoln, but be on the lookout for potential snowstorms and cold waves in Madison.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Madison is 5 degrees colder than in Lincoln.
• The average winter lows are 0 degrees colder than they are in Lincoln.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Madison. Madison receives 7.3 more inches of rain compared to Lincoln.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Lincoln and Madison

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Madison tend to earn about 8% more than those in Lincoln
• The COLI in Madison will be 5% higher than what you are used to living in Lincoln
• The state income tax in WI is 7.65 (max) compared to 6.84 (max) in NE
• The affluence in Madison is high compared to moderate affluence in Lincoln
• The poverty level is low in Madison compared to low poverty in Lincoln
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Lincoln and low in Madison

Political and Religious Climate in Lincoln vs. Madison

• Lincoln tends to lean moderately Conservative in its political climate
• Madison, on the other hand, is often described as Liberal
• Madison's religious environment can be described as less religiously affiliating and featuring diverse spiritual communities
• Lincoln's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as mixed, with a significant Evangelical presence

Lincoln vs. Madison Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 22% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Madison compared to your Lincoln commute. That's 2080 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Madison to be worse than it is in Lincoln.
• Public transit is more readily available in Madison.