By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Nov 3, 2025

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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.

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

158 movers in Columbus

Ortiz Services LLC

(2)
Based in Pataskala, Ohio
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Apr, 02 2023 by Francesca Scrima

"WARNING….DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! If I could give this company a zero I would!! The nine reviews must be family members! Every single piece of furniture was damaged, EVERY PIECE! Boxes were smashed! My daughters brand new 4000.electric bike wa..."

Dearman Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Mansfield, Ohio

Lewis & Michael Inc

(1)
Based in Dayton, Ohio
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on May, 14 2018 by Judy

"Their storage services are horrible. I had items picked up Nov. 2013 and put in storage in Columbus OH. The items were returned to me with significant water damage that destroyed many items."

The Dow Street Moving Company LLC

(0)
Based in Dayton, Ohio

Car Haul Direct Inc

(0)
Based in Dayton, Ohio

Economy Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Cincinnati, Ohio

Robinson Relocations

(0)
Based in Cincinnati, Ohio

Letz Get Moving

(1)
Based in Akron, Ohio
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Sep, 10 2020 by Khalil Diab

"One of the worst companies I have worked with. Very unprofessional. Not well staffed. They dumped our stuff and left without opening or assembling any of the furniture although the contract stated that."

Armbruster Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Brunswick, Ohio

B2B Moving Company

(0)
Based in Uniontown, Ohio
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What to know when moving to Columbus, OH

Considering a move within or to Columbus, OH? You'll be greeted by a vibrant cityscape, crowned by the iconic LeVeil Tower, and a community rich in diversity and enthusiasm. Columbus experiences all four seasons, offering hot summers and cold winters that brim with citywide events and activities. Strategically located within a day’s drive of 50% of North America's population, the city is just a short trip away from other major urban hubs. Discover more about Columbus’s affordable living, thriving job market, and the warmth of its Midwestern charm.

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Who regulates Columbus interstate movers?

Columbus 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 Ohio

Let's see how many people move within Ohio versus those who moved from Buckeye State to another state.

Moved Within OH
30%
Moved out of OH
70%

When it comes to the state of Ohio, statistical data show that much more Ohioans have chosen to move out of the state than to stay within its boundaries. Percentage-wise, local moves (30%) are twice as little as interstate moves (70%).

Even the lure of great cities such as Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati has not managed to hold all the Buckeyes who have made up their minds to prepare and execute an interstate move. Of course, organizing a cross-country move is always hard so the role of a reputable cross-country mover is crucial in such relocation cases.

What do people move within Ohio?

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

Studio (5%)
1 Bedroom (19%)
2 Bedroom (28%)
3 Bedroom (17%)
4 Bedroom (8%)

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Moving to Columbus Guide

Columbus is the state capital of Ohio and it is a fast growing city. Its population is about 810,000. It's the headquarters of 4 of the US Fortune 500 companies and there are lots of foreign corporations operating in the city.

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Local Ohio movers near Columbus

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Westerville, Hilliard and New Albany can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Columbus, OH sorted by distance:

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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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