78 movers in Depew
Dan's Moving & Storage
"Do not use these people to move or store your belongings. I used them and within one week the lock of my storage unit was snapped off and I was cleaned out of all my furniture and belongings. Their insurance refused to cover the cost, no one infor..."
E-Z Movers
"1-) The job was subcontracted to a different moving company without my consent and discussion. The persons who came to pick up items did not introduced correctly. I had a contract with E-Z Movers, they were supposed to pick up my items between 08/..."
Great Moving and Packing
"ALERT! BE AWARE! GREAT MOVING has scammed me out of $1,800 in bogus fees. I used them to move from MD to MI. They picked up 3/23/20 in MD. Date of delivery 4/28/20 to MI. When my stuff was en route they called to say the 53' semi could not acce..."
Appalachian Movers
"If you have a relatively small to medium, fairly local move Tom and his crew are probably okay or better for your needs. If you have a larger home they don't handle it well. I have computer wires in different, improperly marked boxes (thus no of..."
Lytle's Transfer & Storage
"80-90% of our furniture was dinged scratched or outright broken in some way. Rather than packing dressers with clothing inside, they packed all items in oversized boxes - despite the fact that we asked outright if they were going to move them with..."
Sparks Moving & Storage
"Spark Moving Company picked up my belongings on June 19, 2019,At which time I told them that I didn’t need the 30 day free storage because I had found a place to live and would like my things delivered as soon as possible. Fast forward it to Augus..."
Andrews Movng and Storage
"I moved a number of months ago from Beachwood, Ohio in a one bedroom apartment to Aurora, Ohio. It took 12 hours with 2 major incidents to report. The crew was a third party deal due to circumstances beyond anyone's control. I was not aware of thi..."
Move for Less LLC
"Entire staff including Dominique and Ashante made sure our move went very smoothly from beginning to end. The actual movers whom did all the hard work were Tommy and Corey. They were very professional and handled our merchandise with care. We woul..."
Debo Moving And Storage
"Not only did 2 men show up instead of the quoted 3 but they complained the whole time, took lots of breaks on my paid time and then joked later that they had thrown my boxes up and over the balcony when moving me. Do not use this moving company!!!"
What to know when moving to Depew, NY
TL;DR: Depew at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and 29.6% rent.
- The Major Draw:
- A median household income of $73,373, providing solid financial stability.
- The Reality Check:
- Only 0.3% of residents use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median gross rent of $1,072.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Depew is home to about 24,799 people, with a median household income of $73,373, reflecting a stable economic environment. The community has a renter percentage of 29.6%, suggesting that a significant portion of residents are homeowners. Education-wise, 27.3% hold a bachelor's degree, indicating a fairly educated population. However, with only 0.3% of residents commuting via public transit, it is essential to plan on using a car for daily travel.
Probably not your spot if you prefer extensive public transportation options.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,072, while median home values are around $192,800, making it relatively affordable compared to larger urban areas.
- With 27.3% of the population holding a bachelor's degree, the community is fairly educated.
- The poverty rate sits at 7.1%, indicating a lower level of economic hardship.
- The renter percentage of 29.6% shows a balanced housing market.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In New York, property crime rates are at 1,816.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 17.4% higher than the national rate of 1,546.9. Violent crime stands at 454.9 per 100,000, 39.8% higher than the national average of 325.3.
- Violent crime: 454.9 per 100k vs. national 325.3, trending up 4.7% since 2022.
- Property crime: 1,816.5 per 100k vs. national 1,546.9, trending up 4.6% since 2022.
- Notable trend: Homicide rate decreased by 34.5% since 2022, now at 2.7 per 100k.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for New York).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to nearby educational institutions is strong with 21 schools in the region.
- Total postsecondary institutions: 21
- All schools have College Scorecard data: 21
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES.
Weather & Getting Outside
While climate data is unavailable, there are several outdoor spots nearby worth visiting.
- Knox Farm State Park: 4.8 stars (1,532 reviews)
- Stiglmeier Park: 4.7 stars (1,916 reviews)
- Akron Falls Park: 4.6 stars (1,901 reviews)
- Buffalo Museum of Science: 4.6 stars (3,125 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.
