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The Best Moving Companies in Lincoln
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You load your belongings, but the movers store and transport them to your new home. It’s a balance of effort and cost.

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All data current as of publish date.
*Prices averaged for 5 home sizes across 6 distances over 100 miles. Mileage included in long-distance quotes.
**Prices averaged for 5 home sizes (when different trucks were available) for a distance under 100 miles. Prices do not include mileage rates.
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What to know about moving in Lincoln
The cost of movers in Lincoln, Nebraska varies. We’ve found that industry averages range by what the type of moving service (the less work you are willing or able to do, the more it can cost):
- Full-service with professional movers: $9,060
- Moving containers: $3,800
- Truck rental: $1,128
According to Niche.com, Lincoln is one of the best places to live in Nebraska. The schools are highly rated, the housing market is competitive, and there is a lot to do: there are 133 parks in the area, the Lincoln’s Children’s Zoo, and numerous farmers markets in the Lincoln area. The cost of living is also 9% lower than the national average, according to RentCafe.
We have found that the best time to move in is the spring or fall. With a fall move, you may be able to get a better deal on a move on or after Sept. 1. If you move during the spring, it’s highly likely you may get a deal on your move because moving demand is low. Winter is the cheapest time of year to move but also poses the most risk for unfavorable weather conditions.
A liveable salary in Lincoln, Nebraska, varies by household. According to MIT’s Living Wage Calculator, a single parent with one child would need to make roughly $59,837 before taxes, and a household with two working parents and two children would need to make $84,916 before taxes.
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