456 movers in Bristow
Hilldrup
"There is a reason this company has so many one star reviews - they are the worst. I am still waiting for my goods after a move overseas. It's been five months. They constantly gave misinformation, charged for things they did not do, did not provid..."
NK Movers
"Never and Ever hire this NK Movers, if we were able to give -10 stars we would. Even 1 star is too much for the owner by name nadir, he is nice till he gets you to sign the contract and during the move he will charge you extra by claiming all kind..."
Around Town Movers
"I would rate this company 0 stars if given the option. I had numerous issues with them throughout the entire move process: 1. The day before the move, my rep told me a different crew had been assigned to my move. I expressed concern about their p..."
Campbell Moving
"I was only moving an apartment with maybe 7 large pieces of furniture, so this was considered a "small" move. However, not only did the movers put dents in my dry wall, scratch up walls, put rips in my couches, beat up all my furniture (dresser, t..."
Move America
"MoveAmerica (Railvan) is not a moving company. MoveAmerica (Railvan) is a moving broker. When I choose them for my move, I was never informed me of this very important detail. Me, being the fool that I am, didn’t think twice and gave them money. T..."
Two Marines Moving
"Wish I could give zero stars. During our move we had damage to our previous home as well as several items… including beds that were incorrectly taken apart and put back together. One collapsed on the first night! I even paid for the additional in..."
Das Moving LLC
"Please if u see this review don't get this company Das Moving LLC, the owner Aykhan Rasullu got a double payment for one service in the dirty way he can. I paid for the service and then he got a payment from the delivery company where I sent the ..."
Majestic Moving & Storage
"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!! My Daughter exited her military post in DC over a month ago. the Air Force designated this company to be their option for service when moving to another state. We have been waiting for her stuff to arrive from this "movin..."
What to know when moving to Bristow, VA
Bristow at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A highly educated community where 55.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and only 7.9% are renters.
- The Major Draw:
- Median household income is $178,098, which is significantly above the national average.
- The Reality Check:
- Median gross rent is $2,872, which may be high for some budgets.
- Commute:
- Only 3.1% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $2,872/month in rent if you plan to rent.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Bristow is characterized by its wealth and education, with a median household income of $178,098 and 55.5% of the population holding a bachelor's degree. The area has a very low renter percentage at 7.9%, indicating that most residents own their homes. However, with only 3.1% of the population using public transit, this is primarily a car-dependent community. The climate features 146 rainy days annually, so investing in good rain gear is wise.
Probably not your spot if you are looking for lower housing costs or a robust public transit system.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $2,872, while the median home value is $585,500.
- The community has a low poverty rate of 1.2%, contributing to its overall affluence.
- Homeownership is common, with only 7.9% of the population renting.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Virginia has a lower crime rate compared to the national average, reflecting a generally safe environment for residents.
- Violent crime: 203.3 per 100k vs. national rate of 325.3 (down 15.2% since 2022)
- Property crime: 1346.3 per 100k vs. national rate of 1546.9 (down 22% since 2022)
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 43.2% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Virginia).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to higher education is available with several institutions nearby.
- Postsecondary institutions: 4
- With College Scorecard data: 3
- Institutions include: Ascent College, Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Manassas, ECPI University-Manassas.
Source: NCES Postsecondary School Locations, U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Bristow experiences an average annual precipitation of 36.4 inches with 146 rainy days, and only 4 days of snow. This means you can expect plenty of wet weather, so plan accordingly.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Manassas National Battlefield Park (4.7 stars, 5,171 reviews)
- Bull Run Regional Park (4.6 stars, 3,751 reviews)
- Prince William Forest Park (4.7 stars, 2,380 reviews)
- Ellanor C. Lawrence Park (4.6 stars, 1,602 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
