248 movers in Griffith
Federal Companies
"This company gave me an estimate for my moved based on weight and distance. The person who did the walking estimate made asumptions that were wrong; the pick up of an additional storage place 10 mins from my place became a 3 1/2 hr worth of overti..."
Ace World Wide
"All movers are subcontractors and free to include whomever they want on the job. My belongings sustained extensive damage. Documents were falsified to pay for crew members that did no show up. Horrible."
Movers 4 Less
"We were looking for movers to go one town over from a 2 bedroom house and an office. We were quoted 4 hours. It took them a lot longer and the owner had every excuse when I called him on it. It took them 3 trips in a small truck. Nothing was wrapp..."
Schroeder Moving Systems
"STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY! United Van Lines handled our full move from Phoenix to Madison. We had to use Schroder since the move was through the University of Wisconsin. As part of the full move, our belongings are packed, trasported and unpacke..."
Boulevard Moving and Storage
"I booked Suddath and their agent Boulevard Moving located in Eden Prairie, MN, to execute my household move from the Minneapolis area to the Denver, CO, area. I am very dissatisfied with my cost for the service provided. Here are the facts: 1. S..."
Hoover The Mover
"Hoover the Mover moved me back in June. As of October 3 rd I am still trying to get broken items fixed and it continues to not be a priority for them. Joe , the manager , doesn’t return emails for weeks and each time he says they are going to tak..."
North American Van Lines
"We recently hired North American to move us from NV to MO. At the last minute, North American informed us that a different company, Atlas Transfer, was going to be handling the delivery of our items. The out-of-state delivery crew was in a big rus..."
segues
"My aunt hired this company to clear out the house she had lived in all her life so that she could sell it when she moved to a smaller place. She sought out a company which promised to sort the items in the house and find the things she wanted to k..."
Wheaton Van Lines
"This company is a joke. They damaged, lost or stole over $4,500 worth of furniture of ours then refused to pay, even though we had purchased full coverage insurance, saying we couldn't prove it. This should be criminal. I feel as though we were ro..."
Bekins Van Lines
"Please run from this company! This has been a horrible experience for our family! We moved from Texas to Florida. On moving day, I took the “team leader” through the house and showed him what to take. There was a pile of things in a separate area...."
What to know when moving to Griffith, IN
Griffith at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community with 26.6% renters and a median household income of $75,976.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent is $1,162, making it relatively affordable for the area.
- The Reality Check:
- Only 1.7% of residents use public transit, so car ownership is essential.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,162/month in rent to comfortably settle here.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Griffith is home to a population of about 17,683, with a notable 26.6% of residents renting their homes. The community has a median household income of $75,976 and a bachelor's degree attainment rate of 26%, indicating a moderately educated populace. With only 1.7% of the population commuting via public transit, it is clearly a car-dependent area. The annual precipitation of 33.1 inches, spread over roughly 106 rainy days, hints at the need for residents to be prepared for wet weather.
Probably not your spot if you prefer areas with strong public transit options.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,162, while the median home value is $194,300.
- Approximately 7.5% of the population lives below the poverty line.
- Only 1.7% of residents use public transit, indicating a reliance on personal vehicles.
- 26.6% of residents are renters, reflecting a sizable owner-occupied market.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Indiana has a property crime rate of 1,121.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 27.5% lower than the national average of 1,546.9. The violent crime rate stands at 269.3 per 100,000, also lower than the national rate of 325.3, showing a trend of improvement over recent years.
- Violent crime: 269.3 per 100,000 vs. national average of 325.3, with a decrease of 27.2% since 2022.
- Property crime: 1,121.6 per 100,000 vs. national average of 1,546.9, with a decrease of 34.7% since 2022.
- Notable trend: Homicides down 48.1% since 2022, with a rate of 4.3 per 100,000.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Indiana).
Schools & Higher Ed
Griffith has access to 14 nearby postsecondary institutions, including several in Lake County, which provides a range of educational opportunities.
- Postsecondary institutions: 14
- Notable nearby colleges include: Calumet College of Saint Joseph, Indiana University-Northwest, and Purdue University Northwest.
Source: NCES Postsecondary School Locations, U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Lake County sees an annual total of 33.1 inches of precipitation, with an average of 106 rainy days per year. Snowfall is minimal, totaling only 2.6 inches annually over about 25 days. Residents can enjoy various parks and outdoor spaces.
- Ninja Kidz Action Park (4.9 stars, 12,082 reviews)
- Wicker Memorial Park (4.6 stars, 3,043 reviews)
- Lemon Lake County Park (4.5 stars, 880 reviews)
- Centennial Park (4.6 stars, 1,811 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
Jobs & the Local Economy
Lake County's economy supports around 230,438 employed individuals, with an unemployment rate of 3.5% as of December 2025.
- Unemployment rate: 3.5% as of December 2025.
- Total employed: 230,438.
- Labor force: 238,826.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
