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We only work with experienced movers. Every Illinois to Michigan moving company we work with is licensed and bonded through the Department of Transportation and the state of Illinois. We check their history to ensure they have the proper coverage and experience to ensure your household goods arrive in good condition and on time. Our Illinois to Michigan moving companies have years of experience serving Illinois including Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Fort Worth and El Paso as well as all other areas of Illinois. We offer the widest variety of Illinois to Michigan movers on the web.

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Helpful Information for Your Illinois to Michigan Move

Moving from Illinois to Michigan? Michigan is located in the Midwestern region of the United States and lies within the Great Lakes Region. French and British settlers arrived in Michigan in the 1600s. The French Indian War resulted in France ceding its claim to Britain in 1763. After the Revolutionary War, Britain ceded its claims to the United States and Michigan became a state in 1837. Bordering on four of the five Great Lakes, Michigan is divided into Upper and Lower peninsulas by the Straits of Mackinac, which link Lakes Michigan and Huron. The two parts of the state are connected by the Mackinac Bridge, one of the world's longest suspension bridges. To the north, connecting lakes Superior and Huron, are the Sault Ste Marie Canals where 10,000 boats pass each year. Michigan has the longest fresh water shoreline in the world and the most registered pleasure boat owners in the nation. While Michigan ranks first among the states in production of motor vehicles and parts, it is also a leader in many other manufacturing sectors including production of machine tools, airplane parts, refrigerators, hardware, and furniture. The state produces important amounts of iron, copper, iodine, gypsum, bromine, salt, lime, gravel, and cement. Michigan's farms grow apples, cherries, pears, grapes, potatoes, and sugar beets. Michigan's forests contribute significantly to the state's economy. Wood products generate an annual revenue of 14 billion dollars to the state economy. The Upper Peninsula is 90% forested. With 10,083 inland lakes and 3,288 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, Michigan is a paradise for boating and fishing. The population of Michigan is 9.9 million.

Michigan Weather

On average, there are 180 sunny days a year in Michigan. The southern and central parts of the Lower Peninsula have a warmer climate with hot summers and cold winters. The Upper Peninsula has a more severe climate with warm, but shorter summers and longer colder winters. Summer highs average near 80 degrees (70 degrees in the Upper Peninsula). Winter high temperatures average 32 degrees. Annual rainfall is 35 inches, with slightly higher amounts across the northern reaches of the Upper Peninsula, and along the southern coastline of Lake Michigan. The Upper Peninsula averages almost 160 inches of snowfall per year. Check here to find current weather conditions in Michigan.

Michigan Public Education

Michigan ranks 39th (as of 2016) in the nation for student achievement test scores. Michigan spends $10,654 dollars annually per student, just below the national average of $11,000 dollars per student. Michigan high schools graduate 80% of their students, just below the national average of 83%. The schools have a student-teacher ratio of 18 students to 1 teacher. Teacher's average annual salary is $61,200 dollars. The state school system has 1.5 million students, 85,500 teachers, and 3,500 schools. Michigan has 300 charter schools with 149,000 students enrolled; representing 9.8% of the student population. The state education website can be found here: Michigan Public Education.

Michigan Public Colleges and Universities

Michigan ranks 45th (as of 2016) in the nation by US News annual survey of the nation’s colleges and universities. Michigan state funding allocates $5,097 dollars per full time student. Michigan has 18 public colleges and universities with a four-year program awarding a Bachelor´s Degree. The state has 31 two-year colleges offering an Associate’s Degree. The state system has 392,275 full time undergraduate students, with a student-faculty ratio of 17 students to 1 professor. The four-year colleges graduate 54% of their students within 6 years. Tuition and fees for in state residents costs $12,464 dollars per year, over the national average of $9,650. Room and Board fees average an additional $10,872 dollars, just above the national average of $10,440 dollars. For additional information check here: Michigan Public Colleges and Universities.

Michigan Outdoor Recreation

Michigan has 28 state parks, 4 national forests and 11 wildlife refuges. Hiking in the state is popular with 477 miles of national recreational trails and hundreds more of state park trails to hike. Voted best hiking trail in Michigan, Potawatomi Trail. For camping, Michigan has 62 federal campgrounds. Voted best campsite, by Travel and Leisure, Chapel Beach, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. For fishing, local waters offer Bass, Trout, and Walleye. Voted best fishing hole, Lake Cadillac. For hunting, the most commonly hunted animals include elk, deer, turkey and bear. Boating is also popular with the local residents. Michigan has787,637 registered boats. Best place for boating is Lake Michigan. For golfers, Michigan has 1,060 golf courses to choose from. Golf Digest ranked Crystal Downs Country Club as best golf course in the state. For winter recreation, the state has 38 ski resorts. Check here for more information about Michigan State Parks.

Illinois to Michigan Auto Transport Services

Need to ship a car from Illinois to Michigan? Check our partner site Illinois to Michigan Auto Transport to receive car shipping quotes from multiple auto transport companies. We only work with fully insured experienced and bonded auto transport carriers that provide secure and reliable service at reasonable rates. Auto transport fees and schedules depend on many factors that are not considered in by online quotes. The result is delays and hidden costs. The best way to receive accurate Illinois to Michigan auto shipping quotes and pick-up/drop-off schedules is to visit our partner site for more details.