By Jessica Ryan
Updated: Sep 13, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
Editor
Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
1015 movers in Moscow
"If I could rate them a -5 I would! They were horrible to work with, and delivered 70 days late. They gave excuse after excuse. They even said no trucks go to WY (even though it is in the center of the country and a main thoroughfare for shipping!)..."
"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 ..."
"I was searching for a mover for a couple weeks, I got quotes from 4 movers , some mover gave me very low quotes that I didn't even believe. I talk to Chester County and the told me everything up front, even though their quote was much higher then ..."
"Very disappointed in this company. After paying them over 29,000.00 for moving out of one home, in storage for 1 1/2 yrs, and moving into another home, we had issues with them over damages. Although we paid for insurance coverage, in the end, they..."
"Most people in their 80’s move from a large house to a smaller apartment, we did the opposite…we went from a NYC apartment to a large house in Colorado. We renovated floor 1 and 2 for 8 months…so we unpacked nearly 70% of our things after the reno..."
"DO NOT USE THIS MOVING COMPANY! There are so many stories of devastation (just research them) across this nation and for some reason this company gets away with this!! I am not going to go into details about what has happened to my family but ..."
"ALERT! BE AWARE! GREAT MOVING has scammed me out of $1,800 in bogus fees. I used them to move from MD to MI. They picked up 3/23/20 in MD. Date of delivery 4/28/20 to MI. When my stuff was en route they called to say the 53' semi could not acce..."
"After reading just 2 of the reviews here. I will tell U My experience with this company is pretty much ditto word for word & action & This was in 2010. Contact Dept of Transportation. Take it to the highest level. They r still Doing the same exact..."
"If I could give negative stars I would. This company is Burrow House’s white glove delivery provider, and my experience has been anything but “white glove.” On June 16, I scheduled my delivery for June 26 and was assured I would receive a call 24..."
"It took a very long time for our items to arrive. They were missing a chair to the dining room set. They kept telling me it was missing. I now believe it was destroyed. Do NOT hire this company under ANY circumstances! Move Size: Two Rooms Servi..."
"Do not use these movers. They are criminals. When the truck arrived to my house, everything was fine. They packed all my items in a truck, which I assumed I would be meeting on the other end. What they don't tell you is that your stuff is tagged w..."
"The worst experience ever. My stuff was in their storage for 9 months as I was in the process of moving to another state. Each month I paid $300 for it. When it was finally delivered to my new home, we received a big mess. An expensive coffee tabl..."
"Please if you value your furniture and do not want to get ripped off DO NOT HIRE THIS COMPANY!! They the most elaborate scheme I have ever seen 1) They will evaluate your stuff and determine how much you make 2) They will load take your fur..."
What to know when moving to Moscow, PA
TL;DR: Moscow at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community with a median household income of $84,919 and only 15% of residents renting.
- The Major Draw:
- Access to 12 postsecondary institutions in nearby Lackawanna County.
- The Reality Check:
- With a public transit usage rate of just 0.3%, you will likely need a car.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median rent of $1,015 per month.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Moscow is characterized by a well-educated population, with 32.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher. The median household income of $84,919 indicates a comfortable living standard, but only 15% of the community are renters, suggesting a predominantly owner-occupied housing market. Given the low public transit share, expect a car-centric lifestyle.
Probably not your spot if you are looking for a vibrant public transport system, as only 0.3% of residents use it.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median rent is $1,015 and the median home value is $249,400, indicating a stable housing market.
- 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting a well-educated community.
- Poverty rate stands at 7.5%, suggesting economic stability for most households.
- Only 15% of the population are renters, highlighting a strong owner-occupied housing trend.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Pennsylvania has shown a general downward trend in crime rates over recent years. In 2025, the state reported:
- Violent crime: 228.5 incidents per 100,000 residents, which is 29.8% lower than the national average.
- Property crime: 1,363.9 incidents per 100,000 residents, 11.8% lower than the national average.
- Notable trend: Homicide rates have significantly decreased by 55% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Pennsylvania).
Schools & Higher Ed
Residents of Moscow have access to a total of 12 postsecondary institutions in nearby Lackawanna County.
- Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County
- Clarks Summit University
- Empire Beauty School-Wyoming Valley
- Fortis Institute-Scranton
- Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
- Johnson College
- Lackawanna College
- Marywood University
- Penn State Scranton
- University of Scranton
- Yeshivath Beth Moshe
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is not available, residents can enjoy various outdoor spaces nearby.
- Nay Aug Park (4.5 stars, 3,757 reviews)
- Steamtown National Historic Site (4.7 stars, 3,594 reviews)
- McDade Park (4.7 stars, 1,905 reviews)
- Tobyhanna State Park (4.7 stars, 1,734 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.