901 movers in Moriches
WTD Moving
"6/1/19 They did show up on time. But Thomas (the owner) took my husband's drill out of his tool bag without asking to take apart the beds. By the way, you start with 6 or 7 guys to take apart and load the truck, but only 3 go to the next location...."
Stress Less Movers
"I called Stress Less Movers to schedule a move for Saturday, October 24th. They told me it would be a $375 flat rate and that they would be there at 9:00 on Saturday. Unfortunately, they never showed up on Saturday. I called them several times and..."
Arpin Van Lines
"Do Not under any circumstances use this mover. They deliberately created chaos in my home.Then they went in for the kill when they put my boxes in my apartment. They stole the picture I had personally wrapped myself. I told them it was my pride an..."
Coutu Bros Moving & Storage
"The men you did the actual moving were great! The woman who answers the phone is HORRIBLE. It says Moving and STORAGE. They will NOT give me access to my own things in storage! I have to move the entire crate. The men who moved told me all I had t..."
Central Moving Systems
"Central Moving Systems is affiliated with United Van Lines. I scheduled an estimate and they didn't confirm so I called to confirm and was told that they didn't have an appointment for me. Then the guy showed up at my door. He left information for..."
OVO Moving & Storage
"Rude mover who is 6'8" in height. Spoke rude, did not handle items with care, did not care about furniture. I called to move items in conjunction with a move, but because the office messed up, I paid the price with rudeness from one of the 3 mover..."
Beacon Shipping Logistics
"BEWARE OF BEACON! If I could give them zero stars I would. Car arrived 7 days late. Driver was MIA when dispatcher was trying to him. I was not told that he was picking up cars along the way. And the worst part was my car was damaged and Beacon an..."
Twin Oaks Moving Company
"Mike O'Connor is an excellent salesman. Very good at his job, very friendly and so is his staff UNTIL you have a problem. With that said, he will tell you "anything" you want to hear to get your business. I'm currently going into arbitration with ..."
NJ Pro Movers
"Today is the date of my move (6/29), and I'm writing this review after receiving a phone call that my service had been CANCELLED!! I am beyond furious. Last week, I had scheduled my move at 9am in the morning. A day prior, I called to confirm ..."
What to know when moving to Moriches, NY
Moriches at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 57.7% of residents are renters and the median household income is $77,692.
- The Major Draw:
- Access to outdoor spaces like Smith Point County Park, rated 4.6 stars with 1,919 reviews.
- The Reality Check:
- A poverty rate of 15.3% means some residents may face economic challenges.
- Commute:
- 5.6% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median rent of $2,215.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Moriches has a population of 2,626, with a median household income of $77,692. About 57.7% of the residents here rent their homes. The education level is reflected in the 37.7% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. With 5.6% commuting via public transit, a car may be necessary for most residents.
Probably not your spot if: high housing costs are a concern, as the median owner-occupied home value is $466,500.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median rent is $2,215, which may require budgeting for higher monthly expenses.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $466,500, indicating a relatively high cost for purchasing property.
- With a poverty rate of 15.3%, the community may face economic challenges.
- 57.7% of residents are renters, reflecting a significant portion of the population living in rental properties.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In New York, the state-level crime rates indicate some trends worth noting. The state annual rate for violent crime is 454.9 per 100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average of 325.3 per 100,000.
- Violent crime: 454.9 per 100,000 vs. national 325.3 per 100,000, with a 4.7% increase since 2022.
- Property crime: 1,816.5 per 100,000 vs. national 1,546.9 per 100,000, with a 4.6% increase since 2022.
- Notable trend: Homicide rate has decreased by 34.5% since 2022, currently at 2.7 per 100,000.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for New York).
Schools & Higher Ed
Moriches has limited higher education options, with just one nearby institution.
- Postsecondary institutions: 1
- With College Scorecard data: 1
- Named institution: Eastern Suffolk BOCES located in Riverhead, NY.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, Moriches offers access to several parks and outdoor spaces for recreation.
- Smith Point County Park - 4.6 stars, 1,919 reviews
- Cupsogue Beach County Park - 4.7 stars, 1,329 reviews
- Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park - 4.2 stars, 1,218 reviews
- Shorefront Park - 4.6 stars, 1,141 reviews
Source: Google Places API.
