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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901 movers in Albany
Arthur Werner Moving & Storage
"Hi all, just wanted to share a bad experience we had with Arthur Werner Moving company b/c I think a lot of people have used them in the area and had recommended them to us on this page. We had them pack and move us a few weeks ago and paid a sign..."
Al's Moving
"I have been using Al's Moving for over 20 years on many moves. During my most recent move, one of their employees slashed a leather chair with a box cutter. Their answer was to offer me $25 after I submitted the cost and photos of my chair. The ch..."
McLaughlin Transportation Systems
"We were living in New Hampshire and had a planned move to AL. We booked service with the company 4-5 months ago and had everything confirmed. The plan was to have the team come one day to pack and then another day to finish packing and load the tr..."
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.
