Best Austin to Lexington Movers

How Much Do Austin to Lexington Movers Cost?

Moving 1,113 miles from Austin, TX to Lexington, KY will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 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 Lexington that already have a booked job heading from Lexington to Austin. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Lexington from Austin 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 Austin to Lexington 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 Lexington movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin, TX to Lexington, KY long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 30 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Austin and Lexington areas.

From these 30 companies, we analyzed a total of 12,770 reviews dating all the way back to June 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 19 state and federal moving licenses from these 30 companies and 146 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~12,000 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 2,327 Austin 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 Heavenly Moving and Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Austin 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.

8.81/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 7,344 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.52/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 2,475 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.96/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 1,403 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.88/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 2,480 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.62/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 768 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.12/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 3,265 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.23/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 4,352 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.60/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 7,455 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.74/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 4,355 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.23/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 853 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.57/10 avg (Austin & Lexington combined) from 3,615 reviews

From Austin to Lexington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in Austin & Downtown in Lexington are both known for their urban core with bars and entertainment
• Austin's South Congress neighborhood & Lexington's Hamburg both share a mixed-use retail and dining district
• If you're moving from East Austin, check out Manchester in the Lexington area for the industrial-chic area with breweries and art
• Do you enjoy Zilker's abundant parks and outdoor recreation? You're sure to love Masterson Station
• Move from Barton Hills to Chevy Chase and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: upscale historic neighborhood with green spaces
• Tarrytown & Ashland are both known for their historic estate grounds with scenic landscaping
• Austin's Hyde Park neighborhood & Lexington's Beaumont neighborhood both have charming bungalow homes and tree-lined streets
• If you're moving from Mueller, look into Hamburg for the planned mixed-use development with community parks
• Do you cherish living in North Loop's repurposed warehouses and local indie shops? Move into Manchester for something similar
• The similar vibes of Clarksville & Chevy Chase are both known for quiet historic streets with craftsman homes

Pros and Cons of Moving from Austin to Lexington

ConsAustin, TX

• Hot summers
• Higher cost of living
• Traffic congestion
• Longer commutes

ProsLexington, KY

• Milder summers
• Lower cost of living
• Less traffic
• Shorter commutes

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Lexington, KY

• Quieter nightlife
• Less diversity in food
• Fewer tech jobs
• Smaller downtown

Austin, TX

• Vibrant music scene
• Diverse food options
• Tech job hub
• Lively downtown

Pros of moving from Austin to Lexington

• Say goodbye to hot summers and hello to milder summers
• Look forward to moving away from a higher cost of living and moving to Lexington with a lower cost of living
• Swap the traffic congestion of Austin for less traffic in Lexington
• Get ready for shorter commutes in Lexington

Cons of moving from Austin to Lexington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the vibrant music scene in Austin to live with the quieter nightlife in Lexington
• You'll lose out on the pro of diverse food options and have to settle for the con of less diversity in food
• Time to bid farewell to the tech job hub and get used to fewer tech jobs in Lexington
• Swap the lively downtown for a smaller downtown

Austin vs. Lexington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Austin to Lexington, you will be trading the iconic Brisket of Austin for the equally delicious Hot Brown of Lexington. And while the locals in Austin rave about their flavorful Barbecue Ribs and sumptuous Tacos, Lexington residents know they have tasty Bourbon Glazed Pork and Burgoo to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Jackfruit Tacos they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Hot Brown of Lexington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Austin eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Uchi, and Güero's Taco Bar. After the boxes are unpacked in Lexington, don't wait too long before making your way to Lexington's acclaimed eateries like Hall's On The River, Malone's, and Dudley's On Short.

When comparing lifestyles, Lexington shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Austin. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Lexington compared to what you are used to in Austin. 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 Austin favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Uchi, Franklin Barbecue, and Emmer & Rye in Austin, we're sure you'll love Sugano Japanese Restaurant, Blue Door Smokehouse, and Middle Fork Kitchen Bar in Lexington. See our Lexington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Austin hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Terry Black’s Barbecue, head to City Barbeque on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Austin and Lexington

• The Modern and Eclectic architecture that Austin is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Craftsman architecture typical of Lexington.
• Compared to Austin's real estate listings that commonly reference energy efficiency and open floor plans, Lexington real estate listings often highlight features like large yards and historic details.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Lexington is less walkable than Austin.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike as Lexington is less bike-friendly than Austin.
• Lexington has less of an urban feel than Austin.
• Lexington housing costs are 45% less expensive than they are in Austin with a median home price of $298,121 compared to Austin’s $546,619.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Lexington have increased by 51% compared to a 47% increase in Austin.
• Rent in Lexington is 21.39% more affordable than in Austin.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Lexington, KY

1. 1 Masterson Station: Home to one of Lexington's largest off-leash dog parks at Masterson Station Park, plus expansive fields and trails for on-leash walks.
2. 2 Andover Forest: Quick access to Jacobson Park's dog park and lakeside paths, with quiet streets and roomy yards that make daily walks easy.
3. 3 Wellington: Adjacent to Wellington Dog Park and close to Shillito Park, with sidewalks and calm, low-traffic streets ideal for pets and their people.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Austin to Lexington. Lexington gets 16% fewer sunshine days than Austin.
• Lexington has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Austin.
• Say goodbye to the possible flash floods and tornadoes in Austin, but be on the lookout for potential thunderstorms and tornadoes in Lexington.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Lexington is 10 degrees colder than in Austin.
• The average winter lows are 17 degrees colder than they are in Austin.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Lexington. Lexington receives 10.8 more inches of rain compared to Austin.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Austin and Lexington

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Lexington tend to earn about 23% less than in Austin
• The COLI in Lexington is 3% lower than what you are used to living in Austin
• Bummer... By moving from TX to KY, you'll now have a state income tax of 5
• The affluence in Lexington is comfortably moderate compared to being moderately affluent in Austin
• The poverty level is lower than the national average in Lexington compared to being moderate in Austin
• In terms of homelessness, it is an increasing concern in Austin and managed in Lexington