By Jessica Ryan

Updated: Aug 12, 2025

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Average Cost of Movers in Louisville

Based on the price calculation of 10 reviews, we estimate that a move within Louisville should very roughly cost $1193.

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

132 movers in Louisville

The Dow Street Moving Company LLC

(0)
Based in Dayton, Ohio

Family Movers 615 LLC

(0)
Based in Goodlettsville, Tennessee

First Choice Moving & Storage Inc

(0)
Based in Clarksville, Tennessee

The Green Truck Moving Company

(4)
Based in Nashville, Tennessee
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jul, 29 2020 by Candy Listz

"The Green Truck Moving Company (TGTMC) refuses to work with us regarding broken furniture that was supposed to be covered under their insurance. We contracted The Green Truck Moving Company (TGTMC) for our move on 12/6/19. Our dining room table an..."

Movers N More

(0)
Based in Nashville, Tennessee

Apex Moving and Storage

(8)
Based in Antioch, Tennessee
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Sep, 03 2020 by Nancy Cummings

"Do not use this company and report them immediately. These people are criminals operating a scam moving company. They are interstate so using different addresses and fake names in each state so they never actually can get tracked down. Report them..."

Move Us Inc

(1)
Based in Nashville, Tennessee
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jul, 21 2021 by Sonia Silva

"First of all I made the mistake of going through a broken who contracted out to Move Us with Jack. First initial pick up was friendly, though they ended up charging me more than I was told due to the fact that my updated inventory was not communic..."

Move On Relocation

(0)
Based in Nashville, Tennessee

A First Choice Movers

(2)
Based in La Vergne, Tennessee
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jul, 05 2013 by Aldo Fenice

"I arranged to have my home and another person's home moved on one day (same day).  These movers talked a good game on the phone then COMPLETELY BLEW BOTH OF US OFF!!  Didn't show up, didn't call to say why, didn't take my calls after, no explanati..."

Above The Best Movers and Cleaners

(0)
Based in Kokomo, Indiana
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What to know when moving to Louisville, KY

Welcome to Louisville, KY, a city rich with Southern charm and vibrant culture. Anchored by the iconic Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby, Louisville offers a unique blend of history and modern living. The weather here features all four seasons, from colorful autumns to spirited springs.

Residents enjoy a cost of living that's reasonable compared to other major metros while being just a short drive from cities like Cincinnati and Nashville. For further details on Louisville's offerings, visit this resource.

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Who regulates Louisville interstate movers?

Louisville 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 Kentucky

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

Moved Within KY
30%
Moved out of KY
70%

The statistics show that more people have moved out of Kentucky (interstate moves: 70%) than they have done within the boundaries of the state (intrastate moves: 30%).

Kentucky’s motto “United we stand, divided we fall” should give you a good idea of what you should do next – unite your efforts with a top-rated long-distance mover for a highly successful house move.

Who regulates Kentucky local movers

If you are moving your household goods from your home to a new location within the state of Kentucky, your mover must be licensed by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division of Motor Carriers (KYTC). Licensed movers are subject to state laws and the Cabinet’s rules and regulations, which protect the consumer. Movers licensed by the KYTC must carry a minimum amount of cargo insurance and file a tariff which contains the rates charged for various moving services and is available to the public.

Agency: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division of Motor Carriers
Address: 200 Mero Street, Frankfort, KY 40622
Phone: (502) 564-1257
Website: drive.ky.gov

If you cannot resolve your dispute with the mover, you should contact the KYTC. The Cabinet’s Division of Motor Carriers is engaged to investigate written complaints against motor carriers.

What do people move within Kentucky?

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

Studio (3%)
1 Bedroom (16%)
2 Bedroom (30%)
3 Bedroom (30%)
4 Bedroom (9%)

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How much does it cost to hire movers

As it turns out, the cost to hire professional movers will effectively solve the ever-present dilemma of whether you should hire a mover or do it yourself. The cost depends on a number of important factors, including the type of the move itself (local move or a long distance). See the breakdown.

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Local Kentucky movers near Louisville

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like New Albany, Georgetown and Ramsey can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Louisville, KY sorted by distance:

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By Jessica Ryan

Moving Expert & Contributor

Jessica is an experienced moving expert and author of informative relocation articles and useful tips.

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