Affordable Lansing Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Lansing.

About Lansing, MI.

Lansing, MI, is the state capital of Michigan and is located in Ingham County. It has been the state capital since 1847 and was named as such ten years after Michigan became a state. Detroit was the original capital before Lansing. It is populated with 117,540 people and has dropped 0.4 percent since 2020. It was founded by Hugh Heward, a British fur trader, and his team in 1790. Back then, it was a dense forest until 1835 and 1836. At that time, two brothers from New York began building the city, which was first called "Biddle City."

Many people love Michigan for the summer months but have to make severe adjustments when the temperatures plummet in the winter. The ratings for summer are 9.3 out of ten and 4.1 out of ten for winter. Since the city's founding, Lansing has become a complex city to adapt to because of the cold winter months.

June, July, and August are the most pleasant months, while December and January are the harshest due to the significant drop in temperatures mixed with snow and ice. Rainfall averages 33 inches per year, and other forms of precipitation average 132 days per year. Highs average 82 degrees, and lows average around 17 degrees.

What to do in Lansing, MI.

There is much to do on beautiful days, and it calls for the tourists to come back for more during the busy months when people enjoy the summer. Below, you will find all there is to know about what you can do alone, as a couple, or with the family. Listed is a brief guide of what to expect when visiting Lansing.

• State Parks and Historic Sites: Francis Park, Ralph W. Crego Park, Hawk Island Park, Johnny Mac's Metro Park, Michigan State University Horticultural Gardens, John M. Patriarche Park, Michigan State Capitol Building, Evergreen Cemetery, and the Historical Society of Michigan.
• Museums: Impression Five Science Museum, Re Olds Transportation Museum, Michigan Historical Museum, Michigan State Capitol Building, Telephone Pioneer Museum, Lansing Art Gallery and Education Center, Michigan Women's Hall of Fame, Kresge Art Museum, Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum, MSU Museum, Abrams Planetarium, Meridian Historical, and Play.
• Entertainment for the Family: That's Dandy, Sweet Little Parties, Extreme Fun, Photo Star Entertainment, Lansing Chapter Spebsqsa, EMA Enterprises, National Entertainment Network, Hits Unlimited, Clueless the Clown, Jumpin Jax, Mid Michigan Sports Academy, Complete Music & Video Service, T Rose Productions, and Wild Adventures Party Rentals.
• Bars and Nightclubs: Claddagh Irish Pub, The Exchange, Leo's Outpost, Stober's Bar, Gus's Bar, Spiral Video & Dance, Mac's Bar, Leo's Lodge, Classic Pub & Grill, Midtown Brewing Co, Tavern on the Square, Harry's Place, Westgate Tavern, Oades Hidden Camel, and the Airport Tavern.
• Travel: Eatran, Greyhound Bus Lines, Dean Trailways of Michigan, Vride Inc., Navbus, Redi-Ride, Capital Area Transportation Authority, Spec-Tran, Cata, LAN-Capital Region International Airport, 5M18-Lakeside Airport, 6M10-King Trout Airport, TEW-Mason Jewett Field Airport, M158-Stony Acres Airport, and the Lansing Airport & Chauffeur Car Service, Spartan-Yellow Taxi, Green Cab, Country Club Taxi, Lansing City Taxi Inc, Omega Express, Icab Taxi Service, Cash Cab, RIDE, Relax and Ride Taxi Service, Prime Choice Transportation, Black & Yellow Cab, and ABC Taxicab Inc.
• Shopping: Eastwood Towne Center, Cedars Edge Shopping Center, Lansing Mall, Delta Center, Washington Plaza, Frandor Shopping Center, and Pleasantrees East Lansing.

Working in Lansing, MI.

The economy has increased 1.3 percent since 2020, with a high unemployment rate of 7.4 percent. It is higher than the national average of 6.0 percent.

The projected growth rate is not so great over the next decade at 32.4 percent. Lansing is lower than the national projected growth of 33.5 percent, and the economy is one of the top cons of living in the city.

The top three industries in Lansing are retail trade, health care/social assistance, and educational services.

Lansing, MI Neighborhoods

The livability of Lansing is rated 65 out of 100 due to the crime rate. Below are the top three surrounding neighborhoods.

• Edgemont Park: Livability is 83 out of 100. Median home prices are $103,100. The rent is about $611.
• Waverly: Livability is 80 out of 100. Median home prices are $142,200, with a rent average of $843.
• East Lansing: Livability is 74 out of 100. The median home prices are $176,500, with rent prices around $896.

Lansing, MI. School District

Lansing has 54 schools, 45 public and nine private. The school district spends $13,978 per child. The school expenditure in America is $12,383. The ratio of student to teacher is 17.3.

Moving to Lansing, MI.

The City of Lansing has an all-in-one municipal service. All water, trash, sewage, and electricity are included through Lansing BWL. Each item is scattered with links to the services and phone numbers necessary to get hooked up with the city's services. All of the information needed is found on the Lansing BWL page. You can pay online or in person through the information provided. Having an all-in-one service is one of the residents' perks because it is convenient.

The Parks and Recreation Department has all the information needed for events, parks, and other fun events in and around Lansing. There is much valuable information you will find on their webpage, but the good news is you can email or call and talk to a person.

Lansing, MI Housing

The cost of living is 23.5 percent lower than the nation's average. It is one of the pros listed for the city's lifestyle. Household income is $35,675, with median home prices at $125,300.