Moving from Los Angeles, CA, to Indianapolis, IN

Moving to a smaller city with big-city vibes

A cross-country move of over 2,000 miles from Los Angeles, CA, to Indianapolis, IN, is a significant change full of surprises.  

Indy may be significantly smaller than the “City of Angels,” with 2.1 million people in the metro compared to LA’s metro population of 13.2 million. Still, you’ll find plenty of excitement to keep you busy. Keep reading to learn more about Indiana’s capital city. 

Enjoy the seasons in Indianapolis

Unlike Los Angeles, which is warm most of the year, Indianapolis residents experience all four seasons. The city gets an annual average of 42 inches of rain and 22 inches of snow, compared to 16 inches of rain and 0 inches of snow in LA. 

Temperatures typically stay between 20 and 84 degrees in Indianapolis, compared to a range of 46 to 84 in Los Angeles. While you won’t be close to the beach living in Indy during the summer, there are several lakes near the city for boating, swimming and water sports, including Lake Munroe, Lake Shafer and Summit Lake. 

Healthy job market and lower cost of living

The cost of living in Indianapolis is typically lower than in LA, with a healthier job market and unemployment rates below the national average. You’ll notice the difference in cost of living most when comparing average mortgage and rent prices. 

Many national companies have headquarters in the city, including Anthem Inc., Finish Line Inc., NCAA and Simon Property Group. There are also jobs in health care, sports and tourism. 

Embrace Indy nightlife

While not the same as LA, Indianapolis has a nightlife scene worthy of checking out. From breweries to clubs, you’ll likely find something you can’t resist.  

Here are several hot attractions in the city: 

  • Bier Brewery & Tap Room
  • Chatterbox Jazz Club
  • Crackers Comedy Club
  • Foyt Wine Vault
  • Howl at the Moon Indianapolis
  • Mind Tripping Show
  • White Rabbit Cabaret 

U-Pack is ideal for moves to Indianapolis

U-Pack® has service centers nationwide, with locations near Los Angeles and Indianapolis. We’re a self-moving service where you do the packing, loading and unloading, and we handle all the driving. Get a free, no-obligation online quote today or give us a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077. We’re ready to help you with a stress-free move to Indiana!