Average Cost of Movers in Albany
Based on the price calculation of 13 reviews, we estimate that a move within Albany should very roughly cost $1600.
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914 movers in Albany
"We had a great experience with the three professional movers from Father & Son Moving & Storage. They showed up on time, did a quick walk thru and then got right to work. They worked steadily until the house was empty, then informed me they were r..."
"Movers arrived in time. They spoke little English which made it difficult to understand.The move running smoothly until they reached Goshen,NY. After unloading my things into the house my cousin checked truck for items left behind,there were none...."
"Very considerate and understanding to work with. I totally enjoyed myself. They were diligent and careful with my equipment, and I recommend them highly.Fair and accurate pricing. I had peace of mind while they were loading."
"All my questions. The 3 man crew turned up right on time & had my boxes & furniture, including a huge teak sideboard with glass doors, in the truck in under an hour & a half. My new place was less than 10 minutes away & they got straight to unpack..."
"Horrible. Worse than horrible. Charged over $14,000 to move 3 bedrooms & a kitchen. Tried to charge us more. Said the truck was 32 feet but I’m a mover & knew it wasn’t so I went to measure the truck & it was only 26 ft. Tried to charge us for 32 ..."
"I had a great experience with NJ Local Moving company! The team was professional, punctual, and handled all my belongings with care. They made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable movers...."
"Charles River movers are the best. This is the second time we have used this company and they are professionals from the first call to the completion of the move. They made my move simple and enjoyable! I would highly recommend them to anyone need..."
"I used this company for my move to Florida. They packed my entire house and moved everything from my house and storage unit to Florida. I was worried about the price and needed assurance that it wouldn't change. They guaranteed the results and sai..."
"I found this company on Yelp. The movers I had previously didn't show up the original day of my move and didn't even call, as moving alone wasn't stressful enough I now had to find a new company last min. I called Not Your Average Movers and the o..."
"This is the best moving company ever!!! We have used them 4 times and it only gets better. The owner (Nir) and his son (Idan) are always hands on and responsive when you need something. The movers are professional and always arrive with a great..."
"This is the second time First Baptist Church of Woonsocket has used the services of Chris Corrigan Moving Inc. Both experiences were enjoyable. Danny and the team are very friendly and even humorous. Moving items out of the garage storage was muc..."
What to know when moving to Albany, NY
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In New York, the annual violent crime rate stands at 454.9 per 100,000 residents, which is about 39.8% higher than the national average of 325.3. The property crime rate is also higher, with 1,816.5 per 100,000, compared to the national rate of 1,546.9, reflecting a difference of 17.4%.
- Violent crime: 454.9 per 100k vs. 325.3 national, increasing by 4.7% since 2022
- Property crime: 1,816.5 per 100k vs. 1,546.9 national, increasing by 4.6% since 2022
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 34.5% since 2022, at 2.7 per 100k
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for New York).
Schools & Higher Ed
Albany has access to 13 postsecondary institutions, offering a range of educational opportunities.
- Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
- Albany Law School
- Albany Medical College
- University at Albany
- The College of Saint Rose
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
For outdoor enthusiasts, Albany has several notable parks to explore. Each offers unique opportunities for recreation and relaxation.
- New York State Museum - 4.7 stars (4093 reviews)
- Thacher State Park - 4.8 stars (3695 reviews)
- Washington Park - 4.6 stars (3036 reviews)
- Albany Pine Bush Preserve - 4.6 stars (1270 reviews)
Source: Google Places API (New).
Where do people move from Albany?
People move long distance from Albany to popular cities like Jersey City NJ, Los Angeles CA and Newark NJ.
See all popular local, long distance and international moving routes from Albany here.