Average Cost of Movers in New York
Based on the price calculation of 128 reviews, we estimate that a move within New York should very roughly cost $2134.
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973 movers in New York
Viking International Movers
Melissa said: Finding Viking was nothing short of spectacular. They are very responsive and assist you with everything from A to Z when it comes to shipping your belongings overseas
Begin Moving, LLC
"I was a little trepidatious going into the move, since I made all the arrangements from California by telephone, on the basis of a super high recommendation from the managers of the storage facility I was using in Massachusetts. Their own manager ..."
Advance Relocation Systems
"My ARS crew was phenomenal. I could not have asked for a more professional, friendly, hard working crew than I had with: Bonnie, Eric, Andrew, Bones, Rob, and Brian R. I woke up a nervous wreck the morning of the move, as soon as the ARS crew walk..."
Bristol-Plymouth Moving and Storage, Inc.
"We have uses Bristol-Plymouth several times over the past eight years. There crew comes in with no dilly-dallying. Everything is packed up, safely secured and hauled into the truck. They don’t waste any time, are very polite, andhave never damaged..."
Rainbow Movers
"I had to move my mom from MA to IL and work fulltime raising a family. I had no time to do the sifting, sorting, disposing, and donation of items in order to make this move happen. We hired Erin to come in and work with mom getting things packed, ..."
All Season Moving & Storage
"Excellent work -- quick/safe and all in good condition at desination. We saved some "fragile" items for us to move ourselves but should have let them do it all."
Aaron's Moving Company
"If I could give them ten stars I would! They arrived right on time, worked super fast, took extra care with my items and were very friendly and upbeat. I highly recommend them!"
Optima Moving Company
"There were a few very large antique electronics and a considerable number of heavy boxes. All items were being moved to the downstairs using a set of French Doors in the back of our steep property. Use this company again."
Mid Atlantic Van Lines Inc.
"Great service, very happy with them, good price too, highly reccommend and would use them again. Easy to get a hold of, very personable and accomodating. Guys were great. came the dates we asked for, delivery was super quick, everything arrived i..."
Maryland Movers
"Great crew, super professional, the team worked very hard, and the management was very responsive. They made our move so much easier."
Paulista Moving
"Very good. Called, and was a little nervous, but they showed up on time, and showed lots of professionalism. They had all of the supplies we needed, blankets, lifts, wrap. We had no stress at all. By the time we arrived in Florida, they were alrea..."
Abba Moving Co
"The manager and crew were excellent. Arrived early, efficient, careful, quick, and most importantly friendly. We found them on the internet and our experience was worth the money. My family highly recommends the manager and crew. If you like effic..."
Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc.
"Dear Big Foot Moving Company: On behalf of myself and family, thank you for making my move seamless, organized, on time and on budget. Your team was incredibly thoughtful, punctual and delivered exceptional service during my recent move. In a pla..."
Humboldt Storage and Moving
"I would recommend this moving company 100%. The Packers were very professional and very careful about packing my stuff up. I had some very precious stuff and they took their time. Loading up the 18 wheeler was tedious, but they were very patient. ..."
Glamour Moving and Storage
"We used Glamour to move from Howard County MD to Millsboro DE, they stored our belonging for two months. The pricing that we were given was not clear, we took it on the chin because we should not have been so trusting. In addition, irreplaceable w..."
Kilroy Brothers
"We were extremely pleased at how well everything went, from scheduling to packing our furniture this company is top notch. The crew loaded me up on a Sunday and were at the new house Monday before sunrise . I can’t say enough about Steve and Tom ,..."
Malcolm and Sons Trucking and Moving
"We had a rather difficult move to a house with a steep driveway, steep steps into the front door and 3 stories inside. The truck had to park at the top and the boys uted everything down for us. I was quite worried about the move, but the boys from..."
Mercury Moving and Storage Systems
"The transport was fantastic, they took great care of everything! I would definitely recommend and use them again for their fantastic service."
Carmel Movers
"We used Carmel for a recent move out of state. Our moving team was amazing and everything went smoothly. They were professional, fast and careful with our belongings. They wrapped all of our furniture for us and moved it without any damage. I high..."
Anton's Movers
"I used Antons movers to move my apartment from Boston - New York. They were considerably cheaper than other companies. There were 3 movers and they had a 20ft truck. They were super fast and highly efficient at disassembling and packing my furnitu..."
Charles River Movers
"Charles River movers are the best. This is the second time we have used this company and they are professionals from the first call to the completion of the move. They made my move simple and enjoyable! I would highly recommend them to anyone need..."
Efficient Moving Services
"All my questions. The 3 man crew turned up right on time & had my boxes & furniture, including a huge teak sideboard with glass doors, in the truck in under an hour & a half. My new place was less than 10 minutes away & they got straight to unpack..."
Hop Moving
"Guys at Hop Moving are very proffesional, they knew exactly what they were doing, showed up on time. All our items were wrapped with blankets, small items were packed in boxes. Kitchen glassware was protected with packing paper. It took them only ..."
Olympia Moving & Storage
"They are good. I used them for my recent move and they did it. They are honest and they are strong. They work hard to move my 3 bedroom house and it done perfectly. If I need moving company again I will use them."
Aviv Movers
"Moving 3BR from CT-Boston 3 days move was great no damages full packing. great service . will definably recommend them. the office was available for any question before and during the move. Thank you Aviv."
Lexel Moving
"We moved from New York to Boston this summer. The move went smooth and efficient. All the items were picked up on one day and then delivered the following day. We had the same 3 men crew at the pick up and delivery, which really made us feel comfo..."
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.