By Jessica Ryan

Updated: Aug 14, 2025

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948 movers in New City

Yankee Moving & Storage

(2)
Based in Woodside, New York
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Jun, 19 2010 by damir.f

"In my 14yrs in the city I have moved about 6 times and I have had to use professional service, every time. My experiences have ranged from "OK" to downright "Horrible". I have grown from those experiences though. I moved with Yankee movers a..."

All Best NYC Manhattan Movers

(1)
Based in New York, New York
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Mar, 25 2015 by Wade

"We used All Best NYC Manhattan Movers for our company's relocation from our old location in Battery Park City to a new rented place in New York City Midtown area. The guys were punctual and very professional from the start. They took care of all o..."

Welcome Wagon

(1)
Based in Kearny, New Jersey
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Oct, 27 2016 by Christine

"Great moving experience. No hassles though the entire process. Rui the owner of the company was very friendly. He came to my home to give me an estimate the day after I talked with him. Good pricing and careful wrapping and cushioning . No extra c..."

Alpha Moving & Storage

(5)
Based in Jersey City, New Jersey
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Oct, 07 2020 by Daniela Marcos Barone

"My experience was awful and I do not recommend Alpha Moving to anyone. The chief of the crew was all the time very rude, and since the beginning has been trying to make additional money on us. He arrived telling that he had parked the truck in a f..."

E Square Moving & Storage Inc

(2)
Based in Brooklyn, New York
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Nov, 30 2023 by Sq Truck Inc

"Brian consistently delivers exceptional service. His professionalism and efficiency contribute significantly to the success of our dispatch operations. A top-notch broker. I hope we will work again in the future, this is pleasure."

The Man with a Van

(0)
Based in New York, New York

NJ Local Moving

(16)
Based in East Hanover, New Jersey
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on May, 07 2025 by Susanne Shafer

"I had a great experience with NJ Local Moving company! The team was professional, punctual, and handled all my belongings with care. They made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable movers...."

Dynamic Movers

(1)
Based in New York, New York
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Sep, 20 2014 by Morris

"I had to move our at the very last minute from Brooklyn to Manhattan. I was refered to these movers from my co-worker who loved their services. Now I know why. When someone tells me how great movers can be, I say that that is a myth, since most of..."

Lifestyle Moving and Storage

(1)
Based in Middle Village, New York
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Mar, 11 2023 by Dalen Scott

"The best full service movers, local and long distance, and one of the best businesses in NYC. Respectful, kind, and great at their jobs! I've hired them 2 years in a row. First time was for a high stress move from Brooklyn to Manhattan. I origina..."

RedLine Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in Glen Head, New York
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Who regulates New City interstate movers?

New City moving companies are required to be registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they perform interstate moves. No matter if it is a moving company or a broker, they should have a valid DOT number. You can look up a mover here.

Agency: United States Department of Transportation
Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington DC 20590
Phone: (855) 368-4200
Website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov

To see if a specific movers complies with regulations, simply select a company from the list.

Moving within vs moving out of New York

Let's see how many people move within New York versus those who moved from Empire State to another state.

Moved Within NY
31%
Moved out of NY
69%

It appears that much more Americans have decided to move out of New York State than to relocate within its limits. The percentages of these somewhat surprising statistics are: 31% local moves vs. 69% interstate moves.

There are countless reasons for New Yorkers to relocate within their own state, including the major one – local moves are always a easier to organize and execute than interstate ones. The preparations for a house move should begin as early as the move is confirmed and should continue all the way until Moving day itself.

Who regulates New York local movers

Moving companies in New York are regulated by the New York State Department of Transportation. To verify whether movers are licensed and insured, call (800) 786-5368, or e-mail at nymoving@dot.state.ny.us.

Agency: New York State Department of Transportation
Address: 50 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12232
Phone: (518) 457-6195
Website: https://www.dot.ny.gov

What do people move within New York?

Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in NY?

Studio (11%)
1 Bedroom (33%)
2 Bedroom (18%)
3 Bedroom (17%)
4 Bedroom (4%)

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How much does it cost to hire movers

As it turns out, the cost to hire professional movers will effectively solve the ever-present dilemma of whether you should hire a mover or do it yourself. The cost depends on a number of important factors, including the type of the move itself (local move or a long distance). See the breakdown.

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Local New York movers near New City

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Congers, Spring Valley and Nanuet can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to New City, NY sorted by distance:

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By Jessica Ryan

Moving Expert & Contributor

Jessica is an experienced moving expert and author of informative relocation articles and useful tips.

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