Average Cost of Movers in Columbus
Based on the price calculation of 5 reviews, we estimate that a move within Columbus should very roughly cost $1109.
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159 movers in Columbus
All Time Moving
"We had an excellent experience with All-time moving. The 3 movers who arrived at our home blanket wrapped all of our furniture with so much care and unwrapped and placed it all in our new home. I would not hesitate to use all time moving again!"
Anytime Moving
"We have hired Anytime Moving in Roseville, MI many, many times and they gave us 100 percent customer service and same day service at times. Adam the owner and CEO is so professional and courteous. His TEAM are so polite, kind and careful with your..."
RPM Moves
"Rich was great at communicating all aspects of the move. He made it feel like he was moving his personal vehicle for me. He was right on schedule no bubbles, no troubles. I would highly recommend RPM moving to anyone looking to move a vehicle acro..."
Lucidos Discount Moving
"Great job from my initial call to the owner to the time the movers pulled away when finished. Everything we agreed upon was fulfilled and done with care and efficiency. - Arrived on time (actually slightly early so they could set up and start mov..."
Capitol City Movers Inc
"They way over-charged from their estimate for us, we were given a estimate of 1800.00 to move a three bedroom house less than a tenth of a mile to our new location, they never told us that we would have to pay in cash until they had the truck load..."
EZ Moving and Storage
"We hired EZ Moving for a local move in Michigan. Similar to other reviews, the price was underestimated in order to win the job and we had to fight for them to even finish. The owner didn't provide enough movers or trucks and was ready to leave ma..."
Top Dog Movers
"Yesterday, the team came out and moved us. The team that we had to move us did an outstanding job. We are very thankful for Top Dog movers, not only did they move us fast with dedication and care, but they are the best rates in town! Thanks again ..."
Movers R Us
"I wanted to pass along what great service we received at Detroit Art Institute Museum from your driver, Kyle. He was extremely helpful, conscientious, and courteous—and has a wonderful sense of humor. Thank you for sending your best driver for the..."
Meyers Moving and Storage
"As part of United again did not disappoint! Had to schedule on short notice and they packed on a Saturday!! And arrived on schedule! Nothing was damaged as all was carefully blanketed! Driver was very friendly and showed great concern for being ca..."
Anytime Moving
"Excellent customer service. adam and his staff were awesome Helped move a display cabinet from salvation army to my home . Everything went smoothly from beginning to end. On time and careful with my glass cabinet. Thank you anytime moving. I will ..."
Lexington Transport Services
"These guys were great! They moved me from one apartment to another, and were cheerful and friendly the whole time. The owner of the company was on the job and led his crew, who were very professional and respectful of my belongings the entire ti..."
Beast Moving
"My moving experience was great me and my wife were pleased and could not ask for any better movers and it was a pleasure working with this company and I wanted to Tahank my friend for recommending me this company otherwise who knows what company I..."
Edward Neutz Sons and Daughters Moving
"Thank you to Chris and Trent for a job well done. These guys went over and beyond to make the move a good experience for us. We would recommend Neutz Moving Company to our friends and family for sure."
A Local Van Moving & Storage
"This is a great moving company. :) I used them when I changed apartments. The movers showed up early, were very professional and easy to work with all around. I'd highly recommend them. A++."
Kingsley Moving Systems
"I would highly recommend Kingsley Moving Systems! Movers were friendly, efficient and knowledgeable! Truck was new and clean. They put carpets down to minimize dirty floors due to snow/salt! Very respectful and moved things to different spots and ..."
Journeyman Moving LLC
"We recently used Journeyman Moving for our move from Russell Springs, Kentucky to Lexington, Kentucky, and they were absolutely fantastic from start to finish! The crew showed up right on time, worked efficiently, and handled all of our belonging..."
Kenway Moving
"Kenway Moving did a fantastic job for our family. They had came out to estimate for packing and moving service. Our move coordinator was helpful and knowledgeable. The day of the move all promises were kept, with the men working as hard could be...."
Kentuckiana Moving LLC
"Rushed both loading and unloading. I heard them complain about how big the job was but yet I paid them to move my belongings and they signed on the dotted line to accept their positions as movers. If they have an issue with the job description the..."
Royal Movers
"Highly recommend! Steve and Justin were very professional! They arrived before the scheduled time, kept in touch with me throughout the entire move process (I had furniture being moved from my house to a relatives), handled all of the furniture as..."
United Freeway Transportation LLC
"Tyler was absolutely incredible to work with throughout the entire car shipping process. From the very beginning, he maintained clear and consistent communication, which really helped ease any concerns I had. He kept me updated every step of the w..."
Schea Van Lines
"Schea Van Lines was there and remarkably helpful. Extremely stressful going into moving day, but they got the job done as they had assured they would. Could not imagine having done this without the help of these guys. Great work"
Glass City Movers
"Nicole, Rob and Johnny went above and beyond anything we could have amagined. Once we showed them what we needed taken, that told us to relax, they got it. Even changing the deliver date from 6/17 to 6/15 was not an issue."
Silverback Moving
"Silverback Moving received excellent remark from family from start to finish. When needed again I will be phoning these guys. Thanks for help!"
JJ Cabus Moving Company
"The guys were nice enough and though we were told it would be 1 -1.5 days with a team of 5 persons we had a total of 3 persons on a consistent basis. The lack of people extended our move to beyond 2 days of services. They lacked communication in t..."
Good Hands Movers
"Justin and Nick did a wonderful job! They were careful with my property, stack the truck near. Super polite and respectful. Really great guys and hard works. They seem to care about their jobs and the customers. Thank you"
What to know when moving to Columbus, OH
Columbus at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A highly educated area where 61.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and 27.5% are renters.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $112,474, which supports a comfortable lifestyle.
- The Reality Check:
- With a median gross rent of $1,405, housing costs can be significant.
- Commute:
- Only 0.4% of residents use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,405 in monthly rent to secure a decent place.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Columbus is a highly educated community with 61.8% of residents holding a bachelor's degree, contributing to a median household income of $112,474. The renter population is relatively low at 27.5%, suggesting a stable owner-occupied housing market. With only 0.4% of residents commuting via public transit, you will likely need a car for daily travel.
Probably not your spot if you are looking for a robust public transit system or affordable rental options.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,405, which may require a significant budget.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $373,300, indicating a competitive housing market.
- The community has a low poverty rate of 6.3%, reflecting economic stability.
- With 27.5% of residents renting, there is a substantial owner-occupied population.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime data for Ohio shows a decline in both violent and property crime rates.
- Violent crime: 283.3 per 100k residents, which is 12.9% lower than the national average.
- Property crime: 1461.8 per 100k residents, which is 5.5% lower than the national average.
- Notable trend: The violent crime rate has decreased by 11.2% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Ohio).
Schools & Higher Ed
Columbus has access to a range of educational institutions across the region, with a total of 29 schools nearby.
- Notable institutions include Columbus State Community College and Capital University.
- All 29 institutions offer postsecondary education options.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, Columbus offers great outdoor options for relaxation and recreation.
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens - 4.8 stars, 11,698 reviews
- Bicentennial Park - 4.7 stars, 5,344 reviews
- Highbanks Metro Park - 4.8 stars, 5,263 reviews
- Columbus Museum of Art - 4.7 stars, 4,291 reviews
Source: Google Places API (New).