102 movers in Laramie
Denver Movers
"I should have looked at the reviews before contracting with this company. First, they are not out of Denver (although they have a CO number that they call you from), but Texas. The intake process was good with "David". However, after getting my de..."
Seven Stars Movers
"Don't return calls...over half my stuff broken or damaged when finally delivered ...3 months late. Never returns calls....tried to charge more than the agreed upon contract several times. I would not trust this horrible company to move a cat turd ..."
All The Right Moves
"All the WRONG moves! Avoid this company unless you want your things damaged. We hired all the right moves to move us from Denver to Castle Rock. We had just purchased a new LG stainless steel refrigerator a few weeks prior to the move. Whe..."
Bentley Moving and Storage Corp
"NEVER USE THIS COMPANY. Sham company that brokerages out. They over promised and delivered absolutely nothing. They promised I'd have a 33' truck for my items as he quoted me at having over 2000 cu ft. They sent a 26' truck. They told me my stuff ..."
Colorado Moving Company
"If I could give negative stars I would. We had a move scheduled today. We were told the movers would be here between 830-930. At about 10, we called and talked to Tony, who said the movers were on a small job and our window was actually 1130-330. ..."
Last Mile Moving Solutions
"Beware!! Beware!! The owner, Jeff Annett is not what he says he is! They stole from mel!! They will damage your things beyond repair and not replace them! The owner will tell you that he has insurance but will not return calls or replace item..."
Armstrong Moving and Storage
"Zero communication, lack luster management at best, showing up outside of schedule times, roughly handling your stuff. In 25 years of military and government service The worst moving experience I’ve ever had."
Northwestern Warehouse Company
"Worst moving company ever, save yourself some pain and find someone else! Trust me on this when I tell you they are the worst!"
National Moving System
"My move was in July 2016. I have to say that my initial contacts with them were positive and I thought the quote was reasonable. They also assured me that my things would be delivered within a workable window for me, giving me time to make the dri..."
Real Movers LLC
"Top Moving Solutions quoted that they could preform the move that Allied Vans had inventoried and quoted for less and be at the new address in 3 days as quoted by the agent. Allied did a walk through and inventory and stated I would need a 26' mov..."
American Movers Direct LLC
"On the day of the I was quoted from Broker (American Movers Direct LLC) Estimate of 3195.44. When the movers Super Move USA came I had to give them $17500.00 To even start to load.When I received the items I had to give them another $17500.00 b..."
Rocky Mountain Overseas
"This company is now out of business but we hired them to move our belongings from Colorado to New Zealand. They failed to insure us (which we paid for) and failed to pay the freight company (which we also paid for). We now have to pay them again. ..."
Denver Moving Services
"It has been one year since our move to Florida from Lakewood, Colorado. We love it here. But the one year anniversary does remind me of the horror of Denver Moving Services. So much of our belongings "lost" - our antique kitchen table, a 10 foot l..."
Konami Moving and Storage
"Super scammers! Don’t show up as they say they will, totally unprofessional then over charge then hold your goods ransom at the delivery point. Do not use them or even think about it!"
What to know when moving to Laramie, WY
Laramie at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 53.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and nearly half the population rents.
- The Major Draw:
- Median household income is $65,399, which supports a range of housing options.
- The Reality Check:
- 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line, indicating some economic challenges.
- Commute:
- Only 1.6% of residents commute via public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Median rent is $960, so budget accordingly.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Laramie is a college town with a population of 20,149, where the housing market reflects a fairly even split between renters and owners, with 49.4% of the population renting. The local economy includes a significant number of residents with higher education, as indicated by the 53.2% of individuals holding a bachelor's degree or higher. However, the poverty rate is notably high at 20.5%, which may affect community dynamics.
Probably not your spot if you are looking for a bustling job market or extensive public transit options, as only 1.6% of residents use public transportation.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median rent is $960, which is quite affordable for the area.
- Median home value is $325,500, reflecting a stable housing market.
- 53.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher, indicating a well-educated community.
- The poverty rate is 20.5%, which highlights economic challenges in the area.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Wyoming, property crime rates have decreased significantly, with a state annual rate of 1,090.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 29.5% lower than the national average. Violent crime rates are also lower than the national average, with a state rate of 184.2 per 100,000 residents, down 17% since 2022.
- Violent crime: 184.2 per 100k vs. national rate of 325.3 per 100k
- Property crime: 1,090.3 per 100k vs. national rate of 1,546.9 per 100k
- Notable trend: Overall property crime has decreased by 28.3% since 2022
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Wyoming).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to education in Laramie includes at least one postsecondary institution.
- Postsecondary institutions: 1
- With College Scorecard data: 1
Source: NCES Postsecondary School Locations, U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Laramie experiences 9.4 inches of precipitation annually, with about 84 rainy days per year. Winter brings minimal snowfall, averaging 1.7 inches, and residents enjoy a variety of outdoor spaces.
- Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site - 4.7 stars (1,215 reviews)
- Undine Park - 4.5 stars (381 reviews)
- Laramie Plains Museum - 4.5 stars (160 reviews)
- Optimist Park - 4.6 stars (150 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.