By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Jan 1, 2026

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62 movers in Arkansas City

Aardvark Moving

(2)
Based in Blue Springs, Missouri
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jun, 18 2021 by Matt Stephens

"One of the worst moving experiences I've had. (And I've had many.) First, they were late (4pm). Second, they drastically underestimated the job (took them 8 hours instead of 6) despite our communicating in ample detail about the scope of the job. ..."

Cross Country Moving & Storage

(90)
Based in Bentonville, Arkansas
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on May, 26 2020 by Scott Monroe Inman

"When my wife and I moved a few years ago, the movers did not take a few of our items because they showed up late and they were tired. We had a deal on the items they were going to take and all of a sudden they said no. We had to leave a few items ..."

Able Moving and Storage LLC

(11)
Based in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Feb, 12 2021 by Lore Bell

"This is a very poor mover. We have someone s pendulum. Offered terms then resended them . Came up with money and it is not enough. Still won't give our stuff. They mishandled most of our stuff. Now what do we do?"
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Who regulates Arkansas City interstate movers?

Arkansas City 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 Kansas

Let's see how many people move within Kansas versus those who moved from Sunflower State to another state.

Moved Within KS
31%
Moved out of KS
69%

If you have a feeling that you’re not in Kansas anymore, that feeling of yours may just be right. Statistically, 69% of Kansans have moved out of Kansas (interstate moves), while 31% of them have moved within the limits of the state (local moves).

The success of any interstate move can be guaranteed only when using the services of a reputable and reliable mover. Make sure the “Find a good mover” task is at the top of your moving checklist as well.

Who regulates Kansas local movers

The Transportation Division monitors motor carriers to provide protection of the public interest and to promote safety through planning, licensing, education, and inspection. If you are about to perform a local move in Kansas, within the borders of the state, make sure your moving company has a permit from the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC Operating Authority). You can check whether your potential movers are licensed at the Commission’s web here.

Agency: Kansas Corporation Commission, Transportation Division
Address: 1500 SW Arrowhead Road, Topeka, KS 66604-4027
Phone: (785) 271-3145
Website: www.kcc.ks.gov

To file a complain against a motor carrier, follow up the Transportation Division instructions at their complaint page.

What do people move within Kansas?

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

Studio (3%)
1 Bedroom (26%)
2 Bedroom (22%)
3 Bedroom (25%)
4 Bedroom (10%)

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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 Kansas movers near Arkansas City

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Ponca City, Wichita and Covington can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Arkansas City, KS 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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