Best Madison to Garland Movers

How Much Do Madison to Garland Movers Cost?

Moving 983 miles from Madison, WI to Garland, TX 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 Garland that already have a booked job heading from Garland to Madison. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Garland from Madison entirely empty. If you can find a Garland moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Madison to Garland moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 36 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Madison and Garland areas.

From these 36 companies, we analyzed a total of 15,340 reviews dating all the way back to May 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 33 state and federal moving licenses from these 36 companies and 177 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 5,228 Madison to Garland 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 King Moving Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.78/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 9,191 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.36/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 3,161 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.04/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 1,609 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.66/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 3,029 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.65/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 904 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.97/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 4,331 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.12/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 5,120 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.55/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 9,047 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.58/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 5,073 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.58/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 802 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.40/10 avg (Madison & Garland combined) from 4,487 reviews

From Madison to Garland: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Willy Street in Madison & Downtown Garland in Garland are both known for their local eateries & nightlife
• Madison's Monroe Street neighborhood & Garland's Spring Creek both share boutique shops & cafes
• If you're moving from Shorewood Hills, check out Lakeview in the Garland area for the upscale lakeside homes
• Do you enjoy Nakoma's tree-lined streets & established community? You're sure to love Kingsley
• Move from University Heights to Downtown Garland and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: historic homes near amenities
• Tenney-Lapham & Lakeview are both known for their waterfront parks & trails
• Madison's Hilldale/Midvale Heights neighborhood & Garland's Firewheel neighborhood both have mixed retail & residential development

Pros and Cons of Moving from Madison to Garland

ConsMadison, WI

• Colder winters
• Smaller city
• Higher cost of living
• Less job opportunities
• Less diverse cuisine

ProsGarland, TX

• Warmer winters
• Larger city
• Lower cost of living
• More job opportunities
• More diverse cuisine

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Garland, TX

• No lake access
• More suburban feel
• Fewer outdoor activities
• Less cultural events
• Varying school quality

Madison, WI

• Lake access
• Lively college town
• Biking/hiking trails
• Rich cultural events
• Better public schools

Pros of moving from Madison to Garland

• Say goodbye to colder winters and hello to warmer winters
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller city and moving to Garland with a larger city
• Swap the higher cost of living of Madison for the lower cost of living in Garland
• Get ready for more job opportunities in Garland

Cons of moving from Madison to Garland

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from lake access in Madison to live with no lake access in Garland
• You'll lose out on the pro of a lively college town and have to settle for the con of a more suburban feel
• Time to bid farewell to biking and hiking trails and get used to fewer outdoor activities in Garland
• Swap rich cultural events for less cultural events

Madison vs. Garland: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Madison to Garland, you will be trading the iconic Cheese Curds of Madison for the equally delicious Texas Brisket of Garland. And while the locals in Madison rave about their flavorful Bratwurst and sumptuous Food Cart Hot Dogs, Garland residents know they have tasty Beef Fajitas and Street Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Quinoa Salad they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Tex-Mex Quinoa Salad of Garland. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Madison eateries like Lombardino's, The Old Fashioned, and Graze. After the boxes are unpacked in Garland, don't wait too long before making your way to Garland's acclaimed eateries like Babe's Chicken Dinner House, Intrinsic Smokehouse and Brewery, and Texas Roadhouse.

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

Discover Garland Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Garland is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Madison favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved L'Etoile, Graze, and A Pig In A Fur Coat in Madison, we're sure you'll love Monarch St., Resident Taqueria, and Mi Cocina in Garland. See our Garland restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Madison hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Forequarter, head to Duckworth's Grill and Taphouse on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Madison and Garland

• The Prairie and Craftsman architecture that Madison is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Traditional architecture typical of Garland.
• Compared to Madison's real estate listings that commonly reference lakeside views and proximity to the university, Garland real estate listings often highlight features like spacious backyards and proximity to Dallas.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away, as Garland is less walkable than Madison.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike, as Garland is less bike-friendly than Madison.
• Garland has less of an urban feel than Madison.
• Garland housing costs are 19% less expensive than they are in Madison, with a median home price of $306,926 compared to Madison’s $380,800.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Garland have increased by 53% compared to a 44% increase in Madison.
• Rent in Garland is 5.43% more expensive than in Madison.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Garland, TX

1. Firewheel : You'll love Firewheel for its spacious parks and numerous walking trails perfect for your daily pet strolls.
2. Duck Creek : Duck Creek stands out with its expansive green spaces and dedicated dog parks, making it ideal for pet owners.
3. Springpark : In Springpark, you can enjoy the community's pet-friendly events and the network of paths and trails for leisurely walks.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Madison to Garland. Garland gets 24% more sunshine days than Madison.
• Garland has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Madison.
• Say goodbye to the possible severe snowstorms in Madison and be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and hail in Garland.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Garland is 13 degrees warmer than in Madison.
• The average winter lows are 27 degrees warmer than they are in Madison.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Garland because Garland receives 6 more inches of rain compared to Madison.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Madison and Garland

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Garland tend to earn about 8% less than in Madison
• The COLI in Garland is 5% lower than what you are used to living in Madison
• The state income tax in TX is 0 (Texas has no state income tax) compared to 5.3 in WI
• The affluence in Garland is moderate compared to moderate in Madison
• The poverty level is moderate in Garland compared to low in Madison
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Madison and moderate in Garland

Political and Religious Climate in Madison vs. Garland

• Madison tends to lean Liberal/Democratic in its political climate
• Garland, on the other hand, is often described as Conservative/Republican
• Garland's religious environment can be described as more religiously diverse, with a strong Christian presence
• Madison's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as less religiously affiliated

Madison vs. Garland Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 61% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Garland compared to your Madison commute. That's 5720 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Garland to be worse than it is in Madison.
• Public transit is less readily available in Garland.