399 movers in Madison
Trucks on Call Moving and Storage
"Company refused to pay for damage claim After giving me the runaround for nine months what I would say is stay clear of this move company they are doing business under many names as I’m told by the attorney generals office are use this company pai..."
1-800 Pack Rat
"The worst $10K we have ever spent. Do not trust them! Trust me, I wish I did My research, they will waste your money and destroy months of your preparation, and not lift a finger to help you. They did not deliver as promised, and that forced me ..."
One Nation DC Movers
"One Nation Moving was a terrible experience. I moved 5 times during the last 20 years, therefore this was not my first experience moving, but it was the first time I feel robbed. Based on my previous moving experiences, I was expecting to pay arou..."
City Jump Moving and Storage
"This company is truly on ethical has no customer service and doesn’t even know the word of integrity they don’t care about your products or anything and they over increased their prices. I don’t care if they’re late or anything. This place needs t..."
Exact Movers
"Moved back in May,completely dissatisfied with this company DO NOT USE ! From the start it was terrible,they were late was told on the phone the movers would pack things,they didn't said they didn't do it but would help us since we were told that,..."
Worth Moving
"On August 31, 2022 Worth Moving LLC agreed to pay me $500.00 to settle my moving insurance claim. After some delays I got the check on December 20, 2022. I called the issuing bank who told me the 'check is not good at this time.' Do you want to t..."
Worldwide Moving Systems
"If you want to be ripped off use this company. I was given an estimate for moving cross country. It was one of 3 estimates and within $500 of two bigger companies so I booked it. Three movers showed up to my home to pack my 2900 square foot home. ..."
A Few Good Men Moving LLC
"This company will send you a low quote to get themselves in the door. They ask for pictures and video of all that you are asking them to do. They claim everything is included in the quote price; it's not. After completion of the job the so called ..."
Vista Van Lines
"My wife and I used them to move from VA to CA and it was one of the worst experiences of my life. Everything started off fine in the scheduling of pickup and when they picked up everything it was a nice process. They have us the paperwork of the q..."
Personal Touch Moving Metro Van Lines
"On 4/30/2012, Metro Van Lines performed a moved for me from my home to a private Storage Unit. Unfortunately, I was over charged for your service. Metro Van Lines did not perform the service well because several items were left behind and unpacke..."
Best Time Movers
"They are the worst movers I have ever dealt with. Not only did they double charge me and hold my stuff hostage, but they didn't complete the job. I ended up taking them to small claims court. Only after a long, drawn out process did I win and they..."
What to know when moving to Madison, VA
TL;DR: Madison at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and 26.8% are renters.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $70,694, offering a solid financial base for residents.
- The Reality Check:
- Only 1.1% of residents use public transit, making it a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Prepare for 44.8 inches of rain annually, with 113 rainy days, so invest in good rain gear.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,074, while the median owner-occupied home value is $350,800.
- With 8.9% of the population living below the poverty line, the community has a mix of income levels.
- Only 1.1% of residents use public transit, so budget for a car.
- Homeownership is relatively high, with 73.2% of residents owning their homes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Virginia's crime rates show a trend of decreasing violence and property crime over recent years.
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 203.3 per 100k, which is 37.5% lower than the national rate.
- Property crime: The state annual rate is 1,346.3 per 100k, 13% below the national average.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has dropped 43.2% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Virginia).
Weather & Getting Outside
Madison County experiences an annual precipitation of 44.8 inches and about 113 rainy days each year. Snowfall is minimal, averaging only 1.1 inches annually.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Shenandoah National Park (4.8 stars, 18,543 reviews)
- Hoover Ridge Park (4.7 stars, 132 reviews)
- Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges (4.5 stars, 603 reviews)
- Early Mountain Vineyards (4.5 stars, 485 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
