132 movers in Calabash
A+ Moving And Storage
"If I could give zero stars, I would. I got three estimates—A-Plus and two reputable movers (Colonial and Allied). Colonial and Allied did in-person walk-throughs; A-Plus just promised to beat their price. Will Reid quoted me $12,762 vs. Allied’s $..."
Coastal Moving Co
"Ditto the negative star comment of another customer. My husband and I are both AD military and we moved overseas for the first time. This company lost the majority of our household goods, which included most of our "high value items," such as Wate..."
Cherokee Moving and Storage
"This company (Steven’s, Northwest and/or Cherokee moving and Storage, all related and of Burlington, Washington, may be ok for a local move, but I think interstate moves are over their heads. I was assured that this company would move our belongin..."
OGM Moving Services
"They gave me an estimate then kept going up on the estimate up to the day they showed up. First of all, they told me a date they would show up then never called or updated me and just showed up 2 days later. They almost doubled their quote by then..."
Movers and Groovers
"We hired Ron Fulmer and his company Movers and Groovers in 2015, and during our move one of his employees stole close to $10,000 in jewelry and family heirlooms; this employee methodically selected and pocketed more than a dozen items from two hou..."
Beyond Moving and Transportation LLC
"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! Two weeks after I scheduled and paid for half of the move, my husband unexpectedly died. As a result myself and our 4 children were no longer moving. At this time there was still 2.5 months before the move was scheduled to..."
Victory Movers LLC
"Adam and chad were my movers and whom i am giving the 5 stars to. They were professional, flexible and extremely helpful. They worked with our schedule and challenges. They kept in contact to let us know how they were progressing with the drive. I..."
What to know when moving to Calabash, NC
Calabash at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 10.4% of residents are renters and the median household income is $72,840.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent is $1,346, making it a more affordable option compared to many nearby areas.
- The Reality Check:
- With 0% of residents using public transit, you'll need a car for getting around.
- Top Tip:
- Prepare for 111 rainy days a year, so keep an umbrella handy.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,346 and the median owner-occupied home value is $281,000, indicating a moderate housing market.
- About 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, reflecting a well-educated community.
- The poverty rate stands at 6.0%, indicating relatively low economic hardship.
- Only 10.4% of the population are renters, suggesting homeownership is more common.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In North Carolina, crime rates have shown a downward trend in recent years.
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 321 per 100,000 residents, slightly below the national rate of 325.3.
- Property crime: The state annual rate is 1,780.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 15.1% higher than the national average of 1,546.9.
- Notable trend: Homicide rates have dropped by 23.2% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for North Carolina).
Weather & Getting Outside
Calabash experiences an annual precipitation of 46.6 inches, with rainfall spread across 111 days each year, making it important to plan for wet weather.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Sunset Beach Fishing Pier - 4.7 stars (2,664 reviews)
- The Swamp Park- Zip Line and ATV Center - 4.9 stars (1,597 reviews)
- North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex - 4.7 stars (1,926 reviews)
- Sunset Beach Town Park - 4.8 stars (1,197 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
