Best Austin to Lancaster Movers

How Much Do Austin to Lancaster Movers Cost?

Moving 1,398 miles from Austin, TX to Lancaster, CA will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000 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 Lancaster that already have a booked job heading from Lancaster to Austin. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Lancaster from Austin entirely empty. If you can find a Lancaster moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Austin to Lancaster moving option

Hire local Austin 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 Lancaster movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Austin to Lancaster 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 Austin to Lancaster 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 Austin, TX to Lancaster, CA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 21 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Austin and Lancaster areas.

From these 21 companies, we analyzed a total of 8,124 reviews dating all the way back to June 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 14 state and federal moving licenses from these 21 companies and 103 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~8,000 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 2,662 Austin to Lancaster 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 Heavenly Moving and Storage) vs older more established companies (like Antelope Valley Van and Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.75/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 4,763 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.59/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 1,807 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.81/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 1,051 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.90/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 1,830 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.64/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 603 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.13/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 2,279 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.22/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 2,822 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.52/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 4,842 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.70/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 2,822 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.09/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 640 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.61/10 avg (Austin & Lancaster combined) from 2,567 reviews

From Austin to Lancaster: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Austin in Austin & The BLVD in Lancaster are both known for their local eateries and bustling nightlife
• Austin's South Congress neighborhood & Lancaster's The BLVD both share trendy shops and a walking promenade
• If you're moving from Mueller, check out Rancho Vista in the Lancaster area for the master-planned community with parks
• Do you enjoy Travis Heights' vintage homes and mature trees? You're sure to love Lancaster Heights
• Move from Allandale to Quartz Hill and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: suburban family homes and good schools
• East Riverside Corridor & East Lancaster are both known for their affordable rentals near the city center

Pros and Cons of Moving from Austin to Lancaster

ConsAustin, TX

• Higher Cost of Living
• Intense Summer Heat
• Traffic Congestion
• Limited Public Transit
• Busy Urban Life

ProsLancaster, CA

• Lower Cost of Housing
• Milder Climate
• Less Traffic
• More Transit Options
• Quieter Suburban Feel

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Lancaster, CA

• Fewer Live Music Venues
• Lesser Cultural Events
• Quieter Nightlife
• More Limited Dining Options
• Smaller Social Circles

Austin, TX

• Lively Music Scene
• Rich Cultural Activities
• Vibrant Nightlife
• Diverse Cuisine
• Large Networking Opportunities

Pros of moving from Austin to Lancaster

• Say goodbye to higher Cost of Living and hello to lower Cost of Housing
• Look forward to moving away from intense Summer Heat and moving to Lancaster with milder Climate
• Swap the traffic Congestion of Austin for less Traffic in Lancaster
• Get ready for more Transit Options in Lancaster

Cons of moving from Austin to Lancaster

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the lively Music Scene in Austin to live with fewer Live Music Venues in Lancaster
• You'll lose out on the pro of rich Cultural Activities and have to settle for the con of lesser Cultural Events
• Time to bid farewell to vibrant Nightlife and get used to the quieter Nightlife in Lancaster
• Swap diverse Cuisine for more Limited Dining Options

Austin vs. Lancaster: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Austin to Lancaster, you will be trading the iconic BBQ brisket of Austin for the equally delicious A.V. Fair cinnamon rolls of Lancaster. And while the locals in Austin rave about their flavorful fajitas and sumptuous tacos, Lancaster residents know they have tasty tri-tip and street tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the jackfruit BBQ sandwich they've grown to love, they can get ready for the cauliflower wings of Lancaster. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Austin eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Uchi, and Launderette. After the boxes are unpacked in Lancaster, don't wait too long before making your way to Lancaster's acclaimed eateries like Lemon Leaf Cafe, The Britisher, and Crazy Otto’s Diner.

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

Discover Lancaster Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Lancaster is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Austin favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Franklin Barbecue, Uchi, and Home Slice Pizza in Austin, we're sure you'll love Smokehouse BBQ, Kinetic Brewing Co., and Barone's Pizza in Lancaster. See our Lancaster restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Austin hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Odd Duck, head to Giannini Bistro and Grill on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Austin and Lancaster

• The modern and eclectic architecture that Austin is known for will be replaced with the suburban architecture typical of Lancaster.
• Compared to Austin's real estate listings that commonly reference green spaces and proximity to tech jobs, Lancaster real estate listings often highlight features like family-friendly and quiet neighborhoods.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Lancaster is less walkable than Austin.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike because Lancaster is less bike-friendly than Austin.
• Lancaster has less of an urban feel than Austin.
• Lancaster housing costs are 15% less expensive than they are in Austin, with a median home price of $466,212 compared to Austin’s $546,619.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Lancaster have increased by 54% compared to a 47% increase in Austin.
• Rent in Lancaster is 46.24% more expensive than in Austin.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Lancaster, CA

1. Quartz Hill : You’ll find large yards and pet-friendly parks, making it easy for your furry friends to enjoy the outdoors.
2. West Lancaster : With numerous walking trails and pet-friendly amenities, you and your pets will have plenty of space to explore together.
3. East Lancaster : Known for its welcoming community and pet-friendly rental options, you’ll feel right at home with your pets here.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Austin and Lancaster

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Austin to Lancaster. Lancaster gets 25% more sunshine days than Austin.
• Lancaster has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Austin.
• Say goodbye to the possible flash floods and tornadoes in Austin, but be on the lookout for potential earthquakes and wildfires in Lancaster.
• The average summer high temperature in Lancaster is 1 degree warmer than in Austin.
• The average winter lows are 9 degrees colder than they are in Austin.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Lancaster. Lancaster receives 26.3 fewer inches of rain compared to Austin.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Austin and Lancaster

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Lancaster tend to earn about 19% less than those in Austin
• The COLI in Lancaster is 43% higher than what you are used to living in Austin
• Bummer... By moving from TX to CA, you'll now have a state income tax of 9.3
• The affluence in Lancaster is moderate compared to high affluence in Austin
• The poverty level is high in Lancaster compared to moderate poverty in Austin
• In terms of homelessness, it is concerning in Austin and significant in Lancaster

Political and Religious Climate in Austin vs. Lancaster

• Austin tends to lean Liberal in its political climate
• Lancaster, on the other hand, is often described as conservative
• Lancaster's religious environment can be described as more religiously affiliated
• Austin's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as less religiously affiliated

Austin vs. Lancaster Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 35% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Lancaster compared to your Austin commute. That's 4680 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Lancaster to be better than it is in Austin.
• Public transit is less readily available in Lancaster.