By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Jun 3, 2026

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Average Cost of Movers in Charlotte

Based on the price calculation of 6 reviews, we estimate that a move within Charlotte should very roughly cost $1538.

That's a very rough estimate. To get real, competitive quotes for your move, please fill in this moving quote form.

155 movers in Charlotte

Citywide Moving Systems

(0)
Based in Monroe, North Carolina

Port City Movers

(0)
Based in Mooresville, North Carolina

Uwharrie Moving and Delivery

(0)
Based in Albemarle, North Carolina

Manco Carriers

(0)
Based in Winston Salem, North Carolina

LCWS Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Charleston, South Carolina

City Transfer

(0)
Based in High Point, North Carolina

Smith Dray Line Movers of Blythewood

(1)
Reviewed Oct 1, 2019 by Ronda Britton (1 stars)
Based in Blythewood, South Carolina

"December 2017 we hired Smith Dray Line Movers of Blythewood, SC to pack, store and move our belongings. Our story is unbelievable, long and complicated so trust us when we say Beware! Our biggest regret is using this company! My husband rese..."

Cherokee Moving and Storage

(1)
Reviewed Oct 22, 2015 by Don Antonio (1 stars)
Based in Hartsville, South Carolina

"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..."

Majic Movers

(1)
Reviewed Sep 8, 2021 by Laura Levy (1 stars)
Based in Greensboro, North Carolina

"Hired these movers to unload U box into home. They dropped and shattered my Italian marble dining room table. They admitted fault. But it has been 7 weeks with no compensation or replacement. The owner [NAME EDIT] has one excuse after another."

The Moving Squad LLC

(0)
Based in West Columbia, South Carolina

Low Movers

(3)
Reviewed Dec 2, 2020 by Natasha Lee (5 stars)
Based in Fountain Inn, South Carolina

"This is now my 3rd review that I left on these guys . I read reviews before hiring AND FELT WEIRY! After talking on the phone with TJ he assured me that my move will go smooth and stress free! The thing i liked the most is he didn't deny any of th..."

HD Auston Moving Systems

(3)
Reviewed Sep 8, 2025 by Mary Wyrick (1 stars)
Based in Greenville, South Carolina

"For 5000 bucks i expected a top of the line move. My TV was busted,microwavedamaged.Furniture damaged, things were falling out the truck upon arrival. They really didn't care about my property. Furniture was delivered upside down. The experience..."

MoveCrew LLC

(0)
Based in Greenville, South Carolina

Smith Dray Line

(0)
Based in Greenville, South Carolina

Secure Car Shipping

(0)
Based in Greenville, South Carolina

Dry Ridge Moving and Transportation LLC

(0)
Based in Asheville, North Carolina

Todds Easy Moves

(0)
Based in Stuart, Virginia

Andy Anderson Moving

(0)
Based in Fayetteville, North Carolina

A+ Moving And Storage

(1)
Reviewed Sep 22, 2025 by Garry Sullivan (1 stars)
Based in Fayetteville, North Carolina

"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 $..."

Palmetto Moving Services

(0)
Based in Anderson, South Carolina

Electric City Movers LLC

(0)
Based in Anderson, South Carolina

Distinctive Moving and Storage LLC

(0)
Based in Cary, North Carolina

Carolina Discount Movers LLC

(0)
Based in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

OGM Moving Services

(2)
Reviewed May 1, 2022 by Mena Isnassuos (1 stars)
Based in Angier, North Carolina

"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..."

Marrins Mooving

(2)
Reviewed Oct 11, 2024 by Nadia Korobova (1 stars)
Based in Morrisville, North Carolina

"Absolute nightmare experience. We were mislead and mistreated. Way too much damage to brand new home and our property. Too upset to even begin to go into detail. Would not recommend to anyone to utilize them, unfortunately"
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What to know when moving to Charlotte, NC

Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say

In North Carolina, the crime data shows a noticeable trend of decreasing rates in both violent and property crimes over recent years. While the state's property crime rate in 2025 was 1,780.6 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national rate of 1,546.9, it reflects a reduction of approximately 15.1% since 2022.

  • Violent crime: 321 per 100,000, which is slightly lower than the national average of 325.3, showing a decrease of 21.5% since 2022.
  • Property crime: 1,780.6 per 100,000, which is a 15.1% drop since 2022.
  • Notable trend: The homicide rate decreased by 23.2% since 2022, with a rate of 6.4 per 100,000 in 2025.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for North Carolina).

Schools & Higher Ed

Charlotte and surrounding areas have access to a variety of educational institutions, providing ample opportunities for higher education. There are a total of 18 postsecondary schools in the region, with 16 of those providing data through the College Scorecard.

  • Notable institutions include:
    • Central Piedmont Community College
    • Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
    • Queens University of Charlotte
    • Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Charlotte

Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).

Weather & Getting Outside

Mecklenburg County experiences an average annual precipitation of 27 inches, with about 80 rainy days each year. The area has a mild climate with very little snowfall, averaging just 0.8 inches annually over approximately 3 snow days.

  • Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
    • Freedom Park - 4.8 stars (8,279 reviews)
    • Romare Bearden Park - 4.6 stars (6,073 reviews)
    • McAlpine Creek Park - 4.7 stars (2,230 reviews)
    • Reedy Creek Nature Preserve - 4.8 stars (1,436 reviews)

Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.

Where do people move from Charlotte?

People move long distance from Charlotte to popular cities like Atlanta GA, Minneapolis MN and Denver CO.

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Who regulates Charlotte interstate movers?

Charlotte 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 North Carolina

Let's see how many people move within North Carolina versus those who moved from Tar Heel State to another state.

Moved Within NC
42%
Moved out of NC
58%

When it comes to local moves vs. cross-country moves, the relocation scene in North Carolina seems almost evenly split. Still, the interstate moves (58%) have a slight advantage over the intrastate ones (42%).

There are many reasons for North Carolinians to want to stay in their state, with Charlotte and Raleigh being great cities to live in. The secret to having a stress-free and problem-free home move is still linked to finding and hiring a good professional moving company.

Who regulates North Carolina local movers

Carriers transporting household goods intrastate for compensation are under the North Carolina Utilities Commission’s jurisdiction. If you hire intrastate household goods movers in North Carolina, they must have a certificate (“C” number) issued by the Commission. Certificated movers are required to have insurance, to observe some consumer protection laws, and to comply with the provisions of the Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT).

Agency: North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division
Address: 430 N. Salisbury Street, Room 1130, Raleigh, NC 27603-5919
Phone: (919) 733-7766
Website: www.ncuc.gov

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What do people move within North Carolina?

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

Studio (3%)
1 Bedroom (18%)
2 Bedroom (30%)
3 Bedroom (26%)
4 Bedroom (8%)

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Moving to Charlotte Guide

Known as the Gem of the South, this interesting city is a major financial, energy and transportation center where tons of refreshing and fun outdoor and indoor activities wait to be explored and enjoyed.

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Local North Carolina movers near Charlotte

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Moving essentials

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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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