188 movers in Madison
Riddick's Reliable Moving
"My movers didn't show up and these guys were available and less expensive than the no show movers. The movers were friendly and wasted no time in moving my items."
Smith Moving & Storage Services, LLC
"Walter Smith is a petty thief. Just a horrible person preying on consumers. This is not an opinion, it is fact. No trucks. No license. No insurance. No office. No movers just day laborers off the street."
Zip Moving and Storage - Atlanta Inc
"They dropped my very expensive OLED tv and then basically pushed me off to a wink, wink "independent" company to file a claim. The Zip Customer Service Team could not help me. They offered me $30 for a $1,400 television that they dropped. This is ..."
Strong Arms In A Truck
"Gary and crew very professional, courteous, knowledgeable and efficient. Turned a stressful day enjoyable! Highly recommend, and I'll tell anyone that wants to listen!"
4WeHelp
"Overall they did a pretty decent job. They were very late in their arrival. I was told they would beat my place at 8 am, I didn't receive a call from them until 9:45 saying they were running late and that they would be there between 11-12. They ca..."
Best Movers of America
"I have lived through five professional moves in my career. This one was from Georgia to Florida. They picked up (& packed) my belongings on June 10. They cracked my 54” TV, the severely dented the dresser in an expensive bedroom suite, broke my se..."
Social Moving Group
"I am so happy I used Social moving group. They were fast. clean and professional. I definitely will use them again and recommend them to all my friends and family."
Southeast Van Lines Inc
"I had an excellent experience with Pierre, Craig, and Levi from Southeast Van Lines! They were incredibly professional, efficient, and friendly from start to finish. They arrived on time, handled all of my belongings with care, and made the entire..."
US Express Relocation
"Do NOT trust this company! They work as partners but steal your money for nothing! They give you a quote take your license then charge your bank over $900 plus for nothing! BEWARE prey on elderly! They quoted me $1400.00 on phone ask for 300.00..."
Apex Moving and Storage
"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..."
The Green Truck Moving Company
"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..."
Move Us Inc
"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..."
A First Choice Movers
"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..."
Huge Van Lines
"• A broker only – not actual freight carrier. • They saw a handicapped individual as an easy mark. • If I knew they were going to entrust my belongings to such a subcontractor I would have gone elsewhere. • Either salesman (John W) lied or t..."
New World Moving
"We had multiple conversations about them coming to move furniture out and back in for the purpose of us replacing the carpet. Over a period of a week we texted five or six times just to confirm. Even the day before we texted about the job. The day..."
Bellhops
"Bellhop Moving is a deceptive brokerage (not a direct moving company) that intentionally underquotes customers to lure them in, only to inflate charges by 350% or more after services are rendered. The kids they hire as "movers" are not professiona..."
What to know when moving to Madison, TN
Madison at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A population of 41,303 with a 54.9% renter share and a median household income of $53,034.
- The Major Draw:
- Median rent is $1,263, which is manageable compared to many urban areas.
- The Reality Check:
- 20.1% of residents live below the poverty line, indicating economic challenges.
- Commute:
- Only 3.2% use public transit for commuting.
- Top Tip:
- Expect to budget for $1,263/month in rent.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Madison has a diverse community with 54.9% of residents renting and a significant portion of the population, 23.1%, holding a bachelor's degree. The median household income of $53,034 suggests a mix of working-class and middle-class families. However, with a poverty rate of 20.1%, residents should be prepared for some economic diversity. Rainfall averages about 128 days a year, so having a good umbrella is a must.
Probably not your spot if you are looking for a high percentage of public transit users, as only 3.2% rely on it for their commute.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,263, making it a relatively affordable option in Davidson County.
- Median owner-occupied home value is $271,100, indicating a stable housing market.
- Education level is moderate, with 23.1% having a bachelor's degree and a poverty rate of 20.1%.
- The renter percentage is 54.9%, showing a significant rental market.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Tennessee, violent crime rates have been decreasing, with a rate of 493.3 incidents per 100,000 people in 2025, down by 22.8% from 2022. Property crime is at a rate of 1,650.1 per 100,000, which is 6.7% higher than the national average of 1,546.9. Burglary has also seen a significant reduction of 36.8% since 2022.
- Violent crime: 493.3 per 100,000 vs. national rate of 325.3, with a downward trend.
- Property crime: 1,650.1 per 100,000 vs. national rate of 1,546.9, with a downward trend.
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 30.3% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Tennessee).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to nearby educational institutions is significant, with 31 schools in the region, including 27 in Davidson County. Notable nearby institutions include Belmont University and Fisk University in Nashville, providing a range of higher education options.
- Total postsecondary institutions: 31
- Institutions with College Scorecard data: 28
- Nearby options include Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia and Mind Body Institute in Madison.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, residents can enjoy several parks and outdoor attractions nearby.
- Centennial Park - 4.7 stars from 15,146 reviews
- Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park - 4.7 stars from 4,198 reviews
- Johnny Cash Museum - 4.6 stars from 11,054 reviews
- National Museum of African American Music - 4.9 stars from 1,942 reviews
Source: Google Places API (New).