By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Sep 4, 2025

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70 movers in Decorah

Action Moving Services

(0)
Based in Burnsville, Minnesota

RJ Moving

(0)
Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Bester Bros Transfer & Storage

(0)
Based in South Saint Paul, Minnesota

We Move Wisconsin

(1)
Based in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jul, 02 2017 by Rebecca

"I hired We Move Wisconsin to unload a UHaul on Sunday July 2nd at 10AM. I had two phone call confirmations and multiple text message conversations with Jason in the month leading up to July 2nd. On the day no one showed up. Jason didn't respon..."

Metcalf Moving And Storage

(0)
Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota

Amm trucking LLC

(8)
Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Apr, 01 2022 by Troy And Kristy Agler

"File:///C:/Users/kristy/Downloads/Screenshot%202022-04-01%20at%2011-20-54%20the%20move.png enjoy the pictures...not i have to keep writing in order to show the pictures. This company is a huge rip off and if we don't report them no one will get ta..."

The Move Crew

(1)
Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jun, 04 2021 by Stacy Hanson

"There are a lot of good reviews on this company so I thought I couldn’t go wrong choosing them but boy was I wrong. I’m not going to go into too many details, but I’ll just say that they ‘lost’ a small box during the move. The box contained some v..."

Horizon Movers and Climate Control Storage

(0)
Based in Davenport, Iowa

River City Moving and Delivery

(0)
Based in Fruitland, Iowa

Roederer Transfer & Storage

(0)
Based in Davenport, Iowa
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What to know when moving to Decorah, IA

Welcome to Decorah, a charming city nestled in the rolling bluffs of northeastern Iowa. This scenic town is rich in natural beauty, with the Upper Iowa River meandering through and the iconic Dunning’s Spring waterfall as a local landmark. Residents enjoy all four seasons, from vibrant falls to snowy winters perfect for cross-country skiing.

Though small, Decorah is vibrant and full of culture, with a strong Norwegian heritage. It’s a haven for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle within reach of urban amenities—La Crosse is just an hour's drive, and Minneapolis is within three hours.

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Who regulates Decorah interstate movers?

Decorah 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 Iowa

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

Moved Within IA
39%
Moved out of IA
61%

Our statistics show that more people in Iowa (61%) have chosen to move to another state, with 39% of those people ending up moving to another town or city within the same state.

Listed as one of the safest states to live in, Iowa still gets to see more home movers pack up their belongings and relocate to another U.S. state. When moving out of the capital city Des Moines or from any other town or city in the state, picking a reputable interstate mover still remains a number one priority.

Who regulates Iowa local movers

If you’re about to move from one home to another within the state lines of Iowa, make sure you hire a local moving company that has been properly licensed by the Iowa Department of Transportation. The IOWA DOT regulates intrastate movers and issues special IOWAMC numbers to the companies that meet their safety and insurance requirements.

Agency:Iowa Department of Transportation
Address:PO Box 10382, Des Moines, IA 50306-0382
Phone:(515) 237-3264
Website: www.iowa.gov

What do people move within Iowa?

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

Studio (4%)
1 Bedroom (20%)
2 Bedroom (29%)
3 Bedroom (26%)
4 Bedroom (10%)

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How much does it cost to hire movers

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Local Iowa movers near Decorah

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Sumner, Minnesota City and Shell Rock can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Decorah, IA 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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