222 movers in Kenosha
Trans United Inc.
"Justin did a great job on the move. It was very affordable. It was around $4500. I had moved from Texas California. The move was very long and I'm glad all of my furniture didn't get damaged. Justin and the staff was very nice. I'm going to recomm..."
Transport USA Inc
"This company uses other companies to ship things. I told them the weight of my stuff, and they gave me an estimate for the price based on the probably volume. On moving day, the volume was 3 times what they had estimated, and they wanted to charge..."
We Move Wisconsin
"I hired We Move Wisconsin to unload a UHaul on Sunday July 2nd at 10AM. I had two phone call confirmations and multiple text message conversations with Jason in the month leading up to July 2nd. On the day no one showed up. Jason didn't respon..."
Great Moving USA
"I have used them to move from CT to Texas, they initially quoted my 1300, i ended up paying 1200 on top. They literally blackmailed me to pay that $1200 otherwise they will auction my items rather than delivering it to me. Please never ever use th..."
RAPP'S Moving and Storage
"Owner, Geneva Rapp, is dishonest, unethical & rude. My dad's move was scheduled on a Wednesday. She called Monday asking to move him a day early, on Tuesday. SHE STATED SHE TOOK ANOTHER JOB ON OUR MOVING DAY. I told her our timeline didn't allow u..."
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..."
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..."
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..."
Denoyer Brothers Moving & Storage Inc
"Don't use Denoyer Bros. I want to warn you that they are not ethical in charging. They never told me that it was 125.00 just to drive to the house; when I questioned this, they said this was standard practice and I should have known. Then the two ..."
B & B Movers
"We had B & B movers move us from an apartment in Wausau to an apartment in Schofield, less than 4 miles. Charged us $85 more than the estimate and broke the stand on our floor length mirror. They were going to repair the stand and return our mirro..."
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..."
What to know when moving to Kenosha, WI
Kenosha at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 46.9% of residents are renters and the median household income is $56,803.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent is $1,018, making it relatively affordable.
- The Reality Check:
- 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
- Commute:
- Only 1.2% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Prepare for 122 rainy days a year, so invest in good rain gear.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Kenosha has a population of 30,325, with 27.6% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. Almost half of the population are renters, reflecting a diverse housing situation. The area experiences about 122 rainy days annually, so being ready for wet weather is key. Outdoor activities are accessible, with numerous parks nearby for recreation.
Probably not your spot if you prefer a bustling transit system, as only 1.2% of the residents commute via public transport.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,018, which is reasonable for the area.
- Median home value stands at $191,400, making home ownership attainable.
- 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, contributing to a moderately educated community.
- The poverty rate is 19.6%, indicating some economic challenges.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Wisconsin has a lower violent crime rate compared to the national average, with a state annual rate of 235.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 325.3 nationally. Property crime is also lower, with a rate of 981.4 per 100,000, versus the national rate of 1,546.9.
- Violent crime: 235.9 per 100k vs. national 325.3.
- Property crime: 981.4 per 100k vs. national 1,546.9.
- Notable trend: Violent crime has decreased by 23.6% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Wisconsin).
Schools & Higher Ed
Kenosha has access to 8 postsecondary institutions, offering a range of educational opportunities in the area.
- Carthage College
- Gateway Technical College
- University of Wisconsin-Parkside
- Herzing University-Kenosha
- The Salon Professional Academy-Kenosha
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Kenosha County receives about 25.2 inches of precipitation annually, with 122 rainy days. The area experiences approximately 4.8 inches of snowfall across 28 days each winter.
- Petrifying Springs Park - 4.8 stars (3,060 reviews)
- Boundless Adventures - Kenosha Zipline & Aerial Park - 4.9 stars (2,306 reviews)
- Kenosha Public Museum - 4.7 stars (1,340 reviews)
- Simmons Island Park - 4.6 stars (1,835 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
