278 movers in Dayton
Speedy Movers
"Do not use. They will upcharge you once your furniture is on the truck. Will damage your furniture and only offer 60¢ per pound reimbursement for claims. Extremely poor communication. These people really should be put in jail."
Carter Moving and Delivery
"If I could give a negative star I would. Made an appointment on Oct 8 for a storage unit move on Nov 2. As the date came closer I reached out on Oct 28 to confirm my appointment. I didn't get a reply so I reached out again on Oct 29 and they repli..."
All United Movers & Storage
"Save your time and MONEY they are liars and just want their Broker fee they do not care how screwed you are day of the move when the truck arrives when you will be charged directly by the moving company and they are NOWHERE to be found.I tried to ..."
All Services Movers
"Awful is an understatement. Avoid this company at all costs. Bobby will tell you how great they are and about their multi star ratings with someone, but it's all garbage. From the moment my belongings were picked up the problems started. They ..."
Ideal Moving & Storage Inc
"Pick up went well, delivery took longer than 30 days. Movers showed up 12 hours late and high, it took them 4+ hours to complete what should have been an hour job. Every box marked fragile was smashed. Two boxes with family memorabilia were missin..."
Long Distance Relocation Services
"We learned very quickly that anything these people said on the phone was worthless if it wasn't confirmed via email - which means they never once confirmed what they said on the phone with hard print proof via email. The last example was being tol..."
Across U.S.A. Moving & Storage
"Don't ever trust these guys..I would love to give zero starts if there is one such option. I booked their service to move one BHK from Dallas to Utah for ~1750$. It turned to be 2500$ while the move completed after 1 month. First thing, seem..."
All Over The State Moving & Storage
"The estimate was approximately $1000 dollars less than the estimate when they showed up on moving day. I could not exactly cancel moving and reschedule as my family needed beds to sleep in. They broke my TV in transit. Now, they will not answer th..."
What to know when moving to Dayton, TX
Dayton at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 15.2% of residents are renters and the median household income is $81,407.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent is $1,075, making it relatively affordable.
- The Reality Check:
- With a poverty rate of 13.6%, some residents may face economic challenges.
- Commute:
- 0% of residents use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Expect summer highs around 91°F, so plan accordingly for the heat.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,075, which is manageable compared to many Texas cities.
- Median home value is $217,200, making homeownership more accessible.
- Population is 38,037, providing a small-town feel.
- Only 15.2% of residents rent, indicating a strong ownership presence.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Texas, property crime rates have decreased by 23.1% from 2022 to 2025, while violent crime rates have dropped by 21.8% in the same period.
- Violent crime rate: 345.5 per 100k, which is 6.2% higher than the national average.
- Property crime rate: 1,797.7 per 100k, representing a 16.2% increase over the national rate.
- Notable trend: Homicide rates dropped by 35.1% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Texas).
Weather & Getting Outside
Dayton experiences hot summers with average high temperatures around 91°F and mild winters with lows around 47°F. The area enjoys around 358 sunny days each year.
- Mont Belvieu City Park - Rated 4.8 with 1,414 reviews
- Liberty Municipal Park - Rated 4.6 with 524 reviews
- Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge - Rated 4.4 with 216 reviews
- Dayton City Park - Rated 4.2 with 145 reviews
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
