901 movers in Moriches
McCollister's
"Wish I could give this company no stars. They damaged my vehicle and after jumping through hoops to prove that they did it, they now are making it difficult to get it repaired to the same quality before . Deb Sterchele is extremely rude and not he..."
Competitive Relocation Services
"Please avoid this company. They failed to wrap everything they moved save my dresser, and even then they did not wrap all of it. Much of my furniture is now damaged and they are only offering $100 for my couch, and needless to say that is far belo..."
Edwards Movers
"We hired Edwards moved because my husband knew the owner. Little did we know the have a habit of marking ALL your furnishing with their abbreviations after the item number of sc- scratched etc. when our furniture arrived my brand new metal headb..."
Philadelphia Movers
"Won't use them again. 1 bedroom unit 2 pieces had to be taken down the steps. The movers decided to milk to clock. It took them 5 hours to complete a move that should've been 3 hours top (Note I worked in this industry for years). 1 of the movers ..."
Centurion Movers LLC
"I've moved many, many times, mostly across states, and Centurion was the worst moving company I've ever hired. At first, they seemed very professional. But my first clue should have been that the quote was too high - they were charging me for two ..."
Colony Moving and Storage Inc.
"The movers walked off the job! We needed to vacate because we were closing on our property the following day. Colony was either unable or unwilling to find another driver and team. As a result, we had to pay a premium to another company that was..."
ABC Moving & Storage
"Move with anyone else - I would wish ABC on my worst enemy. $11k to go from NH to CO resulted in half of our possessions being scratch, dented, broken or destroyed. Take a look at the photos of the incoming van of our boxes, thrown in the pile, ..."
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.
