By Jessica Ryan

Updated: Jun 14, 2026

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364 movers in Norfolk

ARC Relocation

(1)
Reviewed Apr 28, 2019 by Michael Ehrlichman (1 stars)
Based in Fairfax, Virginia

"I am a government employee who recently moved from NY to CA, and the move was done using ARC’s vendors. I believe we were victims of household goods moving fraud. Below presents our situation, including why we blame ARC in large part. My husban..."

Majestic Moving & Storage

(1)
Reviewed Aug 27, 2018 by Katara Stevens (1 stars)
Based in Arlington, Virginia

"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!! My Daughter exited her military post in DC over a month ago. the Air Force designated this company to be their option for service when moving to another state. We have been waiting for her stuff to arrive from this "movin..."

Great Scott Moving

(0)
Based in Hyattsville, Maryland

Strongmove LLC

(0)
Based in Fairfax, Virginia

Mighty Men Moving

(0)
Based in Fairfax, Virginia

Silkway Moving And Storage LLC

(0)
Based in McLean, Virginia

Beyond Moving and Transportation LLC

(12)
Reviewed Aug 1, 2024 by Maggie Jackson (1 stars)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! Two weeks after I scheduled and paid for half of the move, my husband unexpectedly died. As a result myself and our 4 children were no longer moving. At this time there was still 2.5 months before the move was scheduled to..."

Victory Movers LLC

(6)
Reviewed Apr 7, 2023 by Jordan Jo (5 stars)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

"Adam and chad were my movers and whom i am giving the 5 stars to. They were professional, flexible and extremely helpful. They worked with our schedule and challenges. They kept in contact to let us know how they were progressing with the drive. I..."

Troyka Moving

(0)
Based in Falls Church, Virginia

John's Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

Crabtree Family Moving

(0)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

Huber Wilmot Moving & Storage LLC

(1)
Reviewed May 21, 2023 by Mike Diehl (1 stars)
Based in Vienna, Virginia

"Bottom Line Up Front: DO NOT HIRE unless you insist on an in-person consultation AND a receive "not to exceed" estimate on your contract. Even then, I'd suggest looking elsewhere. Otherwise, you will pay way more than you expect, and then the comp..."

Nando's Movers

(0)
Based in College Park, Maryland

Next Stop Movers LLC

(0)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

Credo Enterprise

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Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

Move America

(1)
Reviewed Dec 23, 2019 by Eric Howey (1 stars)
Based in McLean, Virginia

"MoveAmerica (Railvan) is not a moving company. MoveAmerica (Railvan) is a moving broker. When I choose them for my move, I was never informed me of this very important detail. Me, being the fool that I am, didn’t think twice and gave them money. T..."

My Pro Movers LLC

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Based in McLean, Virginia

Best Choice Moving Services LLC

(0)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

AllState Movers LLC

(0)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

Magic Movers LLC

(0)
Based in Manassas, Virginia

Blue Ridge Movers Inc

(0)
Based in Madison, Virginia

Octopus Moving

(0)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina

1-800 Pack Rat

(6)
Reviewed Nov 7, 2024 by Adam Devore (1 stars)
Based in Bethesda, Maryland

"The worst $10K we have ever spent. Do not trust them! Trust me, I wish I did My research, they will waste your money and destroy months of your preparation, and not lift a finger to help you. They did not deliver as promised, and that forced me ..."

Two Men Moving And Storage

(2)
Reviewed Sep 1, 2013 by Pat Cairns (1 stars)
Based in Herndon, Virginia

"Disgraceful doesn't even come close to describing the 'professionalism' of this company. Right off the bat, I was charged $75 for a deposit. I was securing a slot, so no problem. However, I received no receipt despite the charge. Fast forw..."

Topline Moving and Storage Inc

(1)
Reviewed May 9, 2022 by Nicole Monge (1 stars)
Based in Beltsville, Maryland

"I was moving from Maryland to North Carolina and Topline was able to accommodate picking up my things on fairly short notice. The moving crew themselves were very nice, professional, and careful. One major red flag was they wrapped things of mine ..."
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What to know when moving to Norfolk, VA

Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say

In Virginia, the overall crime rate has shown notable improvement over the past few years. Property crime rates decreased by 22% from 2022 to 2025.

  • Violent crime: 203.3 per 100k vs. national average of 325.3, a 15.2% decrease since 2022
  • Property crime: 1346.3 per 100k vs. national average of 1546.9, a 13% decrease
  • Notable trend: Homicide rate down 43.2% since 2022

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Virginia)

Schools & Higher Ed

Norfolk has access to a variety of educational institutions in the area, providing options for higher education and vocational training.

  • Postsecondary institutions: 32
  • With College Scorecard data: 31
  • Notable institutions include:
    • Norfolk State University
    • Old Dominion University
    • Tidewater Community College
    • Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk

Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED)

Weather & Getting Outside

Norfolk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual high of 76°F and about 37.8 inches of precipitation per year. Expect around 84 rainy days annually and very minimal snowfall, making it a suitable area for outdoor activities year-round.

  • Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
    • First Landing State Park - 4.7 stars (7,183 reviews)
    • Chrysler Museum of Art - 4.8 stars (3,053 reviews)
    • Ocean View Beach Park - 4.5 stars (3,145 reviews)
    • Town Point Park - 4.6 stars (3,249 reviews)

Source: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places

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Who regulates Norfolk interstate movers?

Norfolk 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 Virginia

Let's see how many people move within Virginia versus those who moved from The Old Dominion to another state.

Moved Within VA
34%
Moved out of VA
66%

Statistical facts show that 34% of the people in Virginia have moved locally (without crossing any state lines), while 66% of them have opted to move out of state to another town or city in the country.

So, more Virginians have decided to leave their state of origin and seek personal happiness someplace else. If you’re also planning a cross-country move anytime soon, don’t put off the all-important task of packing up your things. Initiate the packing job right after you book your interstate mover.

Who regulates Virginia local movers

All intrastate movers in Virginia must hold a certificate issued by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. Household goods carriers must comply with the DMV insurance and bond requirements. Upon applying, movers are obliged to file their tariff and bill of lading. If you are moving in Virginia locally, then search the Department of Motor Vehicles’s database for registered moving companies here.

Agency: Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
Address: 2300 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23269
Phone: (804) 497-7100
Website: http://www.dmv.virginia.gov

What do people move within Virginia?

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

Studio (4%)
1 Bedroom (25%)
2 Bedroom (25%)
3 Bedroom (20%)
4 Bedroom (10%)

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By Jessica Ryan

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

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