84 movers in Benton City
"If you are looking for a company that cannot keep its commitments repetitively, underestimates costs, has subcontractors that overcharge (or appear to make things up), picks up later than promised and delivers even later than that (3½ weeks from p..."
"Worst "movers" that I have ever come across in my life. I would give them no stars if I could! • Started at 10AM – too late for an entire house move • The two, so call, veterans (NO CHANCE) showed up high as a kite strongly smelling of pot. • ..."
"Understand that Fry Wagner does not care about your items once they get them on the truck. You might pay more for "insurance" but they will do everything to deny even the smallest or most obvious claim. They DO NOT pack fragile items in bubble wra..."
"Feels like our family's belongings, which are costing a small fortune to move, are being held hostage. Truck was packed for move from St Louis on Monday 8/9. We were given estimated delivery window (in Boston) of 8/13-8/21. No delivery yet (as of ..."
"DO NOT USE. Very shady. They will try to take advantage of you. In my case, they gave me a bid and cost for 2 movers. They sent 3 (I was never asked nor given a quote what that would cost). While the move went faster, they tried to bill me for 3 m..."
"I was extremely disappointed with my move with College Hunks. Communication was poor from the start. I informed them ahead of time that I had several items in the basement, including a treadmill, but no one mentioned it would need to be disassembl..."
"ABSOLUTELY THE WORST EXPERIENCE!!!!! Words simply cannot express the horror my family and I have gone through with this moving company. I’m not sure if we will ever recover from this. This company operates under an alias called MDTransportation Gr..."
"This company has to be one of the worst out there! Caused over $8,000 in damage to our furniture and have yet to let me know if their insurance is going to pay us anything. Kept demanding more money to get our items out of storage and then lost so..."
"This company is horrible. I made the stupid mistake of using a relocation broker for my recent move, and this is the company I ended up with as my movers. A full day before they were scheduled to arrive, they called and said they would be there in..."
"Professional Transportation Solutions LLC ( hereby referred to as PTS)was hired by Capital Moving Group (which I also gave a poor rating to) to move our furniture from South Carolina to Indiana. Our contract clearly states that moving blankets wou..."
"Direct moving solution was assigned to move my stuff from st Louis to Texas. They promised to deliver within a month.I was asked full cash payment during pick up. Its been one and half month still my thing are not come. When I call them they don't..."
What to know when moving to Benton City, MO
Benton City at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A low renter percentage of just 3% and a median household income of $71,500.
- The Major Draw:
- The median owner-occupied home value is $151,700.
- The Reality Check:
- With a poverty rate of 17.1%, some residents may face financial challenges.
- Top Tip:
- Prepare for 70 rainy days a year, so investing in quality rain gear is wise.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median household income is $71,500, which is a solid income for the area.
- The median owner-occupied home value stands at $151,700, making homeownership accessible.
- Only 3% of residents are renters, indicating a strong homeownership culture.
- The poverty rate is 17.1%, reflecting some economic diversity in the community.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Missouri's crime rates present a mixed picture, with some improvements noted.
- Violent crime: State annual rate of 422.6 per 100k, which is 29.9% higher than the national average.
- Property crime: State annual rate of 1,682.4 per 100k, which is 8.8% higher than the national average.
- Notable trend: Homicide rates have decreased by 31.6% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Missouri).
Weather & Getting Outside
The climate in Audrain County features an annual average high of 72°F, with summer highs reaching up to 94°F. Expect about 32.2 inches of precipitation each year, spread over 70 rainy days.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Green Estate Park - 4.7 stars (110 reviews)
- Tyronn Lue Park - 4.8 stars (15 reviews)
- Audrain County Historical Museum - 4.6 stars (143 reviews)
- Lakeview Park - 4.4 stars (420 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.