By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Jun 1, 2026

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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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911 movers in Albany

Cool Moving

(0)
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hammers Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in Telford, Pennsylvania

Jensen Movers & Storage, Inc.

(4)
Based in Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania
Reviewed Jun 29, 2022 by Peter Dagresta (1 stars)

"We moved from Fl to MO and went over every aspect of the move. They understood the month or so it would take before we were ready to accept delivery of our belongings and we were provided a quote of approx $13K. Ended up paying them about $27K to ..."

Mooney's Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in Warminster, Pennsylvania

Twin Oaks Moving Company

(1)
Based in Wrightstown, New Jersey
Reviewed May 31, 2015 by Jade N. (1 stars)

"Mike O'Connor is an excellent salesman. Very good at his job, very friendly and so is his staff UNTIL you have a problem. With that said, he will tell you "anything" you want to hear to get your business. I'm currently going into arbitration with ..."

Smooth Moving Pros

(0)
Based in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania

Centurion Movers LLC

(4)
Based in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania
Reviewed Dec 6, 2025 by Christine Kiely (1 stars)

"I've moved many, many times, mostly across states, and Centurion was the worst moving company I've ever hired. At first, they seemed very professional. But my first clue should have been that the quote was too high - they were charging me for two ..."

Stress Less Movers

(2)
Based in Toms River, New Jersey
Reviewed Oct 28, 2015 by Jarod (1 stars)

"I called Stress Less Movers to schedule a move for Saturday, October 24th. They told me it would be a $375 flat rate and that they would be there at 9:00 on Saturday. Unfortunately, they never showed up on Saturday. I called them several times and..."

Ideal Way Movers Inc

(0)
Based in Toms River, New Jersey

Mazzy Express Inc

(0)
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

McCollister's

(2)
Based in Burlington, New Jersey
Reviewed Nov 30, 2021 by Holley Risdon (1 stars)

"Wish I could give this company no stars. They damaged my vehicle and after jumping through hoops to prove that they did it, they now are making it difficult to get it repaired to the same quality before . Deb Sterchele is extremely rude and not he..."

Best US Moving Inc

(0)
Based in Blandon, Pennsylvania

All Directions Van Lines

(0)
Based in Blandon, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Movers

(1)
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reviewed May 21, 2021 by Brittany Henry (1 stars)

"Won't use them again. 1 bedroom unit 2 pieces had to be taken down the steps. The movers decided to milk to clock. It took them 5 hours to complete a move that should've been 3 hours top (Note I worked in this industry for years). 1 of the movers ..."

L&J Moving and Storage

(15)
Based in Temple, Pennsylvania
Reviewed Aug 23, 2021 by David Izzi (1 stars)

"We have moved no fewer than 10 times within the past 25 years — all with reputable moving companies. This moving company, without a doubt, was the worst mover we have ever used and I warn all those considering using this mover to stay away. Highli..."

SETT Movers

(0)
Based in Bayville, New Jersey

Keep it Moving, LLC

(0)
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Masha Mobile Moving And Storage LLC

(0)
Based in Pottstown, Pennsylvania

Atelier Art Services

(0)
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Next stop movers

(4)
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reviewed Jun 17, 2025 by George W Groccia (1 stars)

"WORST MOVING EXPERIENCE EVER. I ACTUALLY THINK THESE GUYS ARE SCAMMERS. 1. They only sent 1 guy to move an 8 room house 2. The truck they sent was too small, and we needed to throw out 2K of our stuff! 3. They charged 1,200 for 2 weeks of stora..."

Antique Transport Co

(2)
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reviewed May 16, 2014 by Garth (1 stars)

"Worst shipping outfit I've ever dealt with. They give you nothing but the run around, excuses and unreturned emails. Forget about trying to get a response from them or a committment to deliver, they will not do it. They have an F rating from the B..."

Move IQ

(0)
Based in Maple Shade, New Jersey

BP Express Moving Company

(0)
Based in Pennsauken, New Jersey

AB Moving Services

(0)
Based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Broad Street Movers

(0)
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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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.

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Who regulates Albany interstate movers?

Albany moving companies are required to be registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they perform interstate moves. No matter if it is a moving company or a broker, they should have a valid DOT number. You can look up a mover here.

Agency: United States Department of Transportation
Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington DC 20590
Phone: (855) 368-4200
Website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov

To see if a specific movers complies with regulations, simply select a company from the list.

Moving within vs moving out of New York

Let's see how many people move within New York versus those who moved from Empire State to another state.

Moved Within NY
31%
Moved out of NY
69%

It appears that much more Americans have decided to move out of New York State than to relocate within its limits. The percentages of these somewhat surprising statistics are: 31% local moves vs. 69% interstate moves.

There are countless reasons for New Yorkers to relocate within their own state, including the major one – local moves are always a easier to organize and execute than interstate ones. The preparations for a house move should begin as early as the move is confirmed and should continue all the way until Moving day itself.

Who regulates New York local movers

Moving companies in New York are regulated by the New York State Department of Transportation. To verify whether movers are licensed and insured, call (800) 786-5368, or e-mail at nymoving@dot.state.ny.us.

Agency: New York State Department of Transportation
Address: 50 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12232
Phone: (518) 457-6195
Website: https://www.dot.ny.gov

What do people move within New York?

Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in NY?

Studio (11%)
1 Bedroom (33%)
2 Bedroom (18%)
3 Bedroom (17%)
4 Bedroom (4%)

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How much does it cost to hire movers

As it turns out, the cost to hire professional movers will effectively solve the ever-present dilemma of whether you should hire a mover or do it yourself. The cost depends on a number of important factors, including the type of the move itself (local move or a long distance). See the breakdown.

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Local New York movers near Albany

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Schenectady, Ballston Spa and Schoharie can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Albany, NY sorted by distance:

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By Manuella Irwin

Relocation Expert & Book Author

Manuella is a moving expert featured in Forbes, USA Today, Zillow, The American Moving & Storage Association.

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