Average Cost of Movers in New York
Based on the price calculation of 130 reviews, we estimate that a move within New York should very roughly cost $2127.
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975 movers in New York
"After getting quotes from a few moving companies, I decided to go with Sharp Van Lines for my move from Poland, NY to Syracuse, NY, and I'm glad I did. The movers were on time, stayed organized, and got straight to work. They treated my belonging..."
"If you’re looking for a moving company that’s fast and swift. Santana Moving and Storage LLC is NOT the company you are looking for. I had a move from PA to GA and was told I would get the items the next day and that I would get a call. Company ow..."
Velocity Moving & Storage
"After my extremely disappointing move job with VELOCITY from New York to Texas in which Velocity destroyed my furniture's and lost several boxes of memories. I wrote to BBB about my experience with Velocity. Velocity responded to BBB claiming th..."
"I recently had to move with very short notice and I was panicking. A friend suggested that I go with Kyle’s state 2 state. They were amazing from beginning to end. They answered all my questions and most importantly all my items got here safely an..."
"Horrible. Worse than horrible. Charged over $14,000 to move 3 bedrooms & a kitchen. Tried to charge us more. Said the truck was 32 feet but I’m a mover & knew it wasn’t so I went to measure the truck & it was only 26 ft. Tried to charge us for 32 ..."
"I’ve moved several times, and this was hands down the worst experience I’ve ever had. The crew acted like they were doing me a favor by just showing up. They broke my lamp, damaged my hardwood floors, and couldn’t be bothered to clean up after the..."
Sea & Air International
"Yaniv and his whole team have been super available and professional. They took perfectly careofour items, even the most fragile, and made a perfect shipping: much recommended! Not to mention the artistic and super safe wrapping of our picturesque ..."
City Empire Movers
"Movers arrived in time. They spoke little English which made it difficult to understand.The move running smoothly until they reached Goshen,NY. After unloading my things into the house my cousin checked truck for items left behind,there were none...."
"I feel they did just fine. My things were taken care of by a skillful crew. One of our lamps was damaged accidentally but it was not a problem since the insurance took care of it without problem. This was a stress free move and the company is easy..."
"WOULDN’T RECOMMEND SWIFT VAN LINES TO MY OWN ENEMY! Moved from Fl to NY and was told by 2 separate workers my items would take 3-7 business days to be delivered and it took double the time!! If I didn’t keep calling and texting customer service I ..."
Liberty Moving & Storage
"I used this company for my move to Florida. They packed my entire house and moved everything from my house and storage unit to Florida. I was worried about the price and needed assurance that it wouldn't change. They guaranteed the results and sai..."
"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..."
What to know when moving to New York, NY
New York City at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A highly educated ZIP where 71.5% hold a bachelor's degree and 76.4% of residents rent.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $123,393, providing strong financial footing.
- The Reality Check:
- Median gross rent is $3,024, which can strain budgets.
- Commute:
- 38% of residents use public transit for their daily commute.
- Top Tip:
- Plan for a rent budget of around $3,024 per month.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
New York City is a hub of activity, with a population of 29,079 in ZIP code 10001. The community is highly educated, with 71.5% of residents holding a bachelor's degree. A significant majority, 76.4%, are renters, indicating a strong rental market. The median household income of $123,393 suggests a financially stable environment, although the median gross rent of $3,024 might be challenging for some. Public transit is a common choice, with 38% of residents commuting this way.
Probably not your spot if you are seeking affordable housing; the median rent can be quite high for many budgets.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- The median gross rent is $3,024, which could take a significant chunk of your income.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $793,000, making homeownership a hefty investment.
- The population stands at 29,079, contributing to a dynamic housing market.
- The poverty rate is 15.5%, indicating some economic diversity within the area.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime data for New York State shows a mixed landscape, with property crime rates higher than the national average.
- Violent crime: 454.9 per 100k residents, which is 39.8% higher than the national rate of 325.3.
- Property crime: 1,816.5 per 100k residents, 17.4% higher than the national average of 1,546.9.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has decreased by 34.5% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for New York).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to education is strong, with 207 total postsecondary institutions in the vicinity, 171 located in New York State.
- Nearby institutions include Bard College and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York.
- There are 203 institutions with College Scorecard data available.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES, College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While climate data is not available, New York City offers plenty of outdoor amenities that can make any day enjoyable.
- Central Park - 4.8 stars from 297,672 reviews.
- 9/11 Memorial & Museum - 4.8 stars from 92,889 reviews.
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art - 4.8 stars from 92,300 reviews.
- Washington Square Park - 4.6 stars from 32,362 reviews.
Source: Google Places API.
Where do people move from New York?
People move long distance from New York to popular cities like Los Angeles CA, San Francisco CA and Houston TX.
Here are other popular long distance destinations:
- Denver, CO
- Minneapolis, MN
- Cleveland, OH
- Honolulu, HI
- Austin, TX
- Boston, MA
- Washington, DC
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Raleigh, NC
- Charlotte, NC
- Seattle, WA
- Chicago, IL
- Kansas City, MO
- Miami, FL
- Portland, OR
- Dallas, TX
- Atlanta, GA
- London, Greater London
- Quebec, QC
- Melbourne, VIC
- Sydney, NSW
- Toronto, ON
- Paris, Ile-de-France
- Philadelphia, PA
- Zurich, Kanton Zurich
See all popular local, long distance and international moving routes from New York here.