147 movers in Columbia
Majic Movers
"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."
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..."
Marrins Mooving
"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"
American Movers and Storage LLC
"Moving is stressful enough without adding to it by hiring this company!!! Absolute disaster from the beginning. Trust me…steer clear!!!! After been told my furniture would be dropped off the following morning after pick up….eight days later I’m st..."
Lawing Transport
"Do NOT trust Lawing Transport to transport / ship your vehicles or goods. They work with untrustworthy shipping companies who are supposed to deliver your goods at the agreed upon rate. However, once they take possession of your goods - they claim..."
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..."
What to know when moving to Columbia, SC
Columbia at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A highly educated area with 56.3% of residents holding a bachelor's degree.
- The Major Draw:
- Median rent is $1,207, making it relatively affordable compared to national averages.
- The Reality Check:
- Almost half of the population, 47.8%, lives below the poverty line.
- Commute:
- Only 2.1% use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for an average rent of $1,207 per month.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
Columbia's housing market has some notable figures that can help you plan your budget:
- Median gross rent stands at $1,207, which is quite manageable.
- Median home value is $238,200, a reasonable price for homeownership.
- With 72.4% of residents renting, the community has a strong rental market.
- The poverty rate is high at 47.8%, indicating economic challenges for many.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime rates in South Carolina provide an overview of safety in the region:
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 384.8 per 100,000, which is 18.3% higher than the national average.
- Property crime: The state annual rate is 1,698.2 per 100,000, exceeding the national average by 9.8%.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has decreased by 40.1% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for South Carolina).
Weather & Getting Outside
Columbia has some great outdoor options for residents and visitors:
- South Carolina State Museum - Rated 4.7 based on 4,083 reviews.
- Sesquicentennial State Park - Rated 4.6 based on 3,572 reviews.
- Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park - Rated 4.7 based on 3,089 reviews.
- West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater - Rated 4.7 based on 3,048 reviews.
- Saluda Shoals Park - Rated 4.7 based on 1,497 reviews.
Source: Google Places API.
