Average Cost of Movers in Philadelphia
Based on the price calculation of 5 reviews, we estimate that a move within Philadelphia should very roughly cost $1330.
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1003 movers in Philadelphia
1-800 Pack Rat
"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 ..."
One Nation DC Movers
"One Nation Moving was a terrible experience. I moved 5 times during the last 20 years, therefore this was not my first experience moving, but it was the first time I feel robbed. Based on my previous moving experiences, I was expecting to pay arou..."
City Jump Moving and Storage
"This company is truly on ethical has no customer service and doesn’t even know the word of integrity they don’t care about your products or anything and they over increased their prices. I don’t care if they’re late or anything. This place needs t..."
Exact Movers
"Moved back in May,completely dissatisfied with this company DO NOT USE ! From the start it was terrible,they were late was told on the phone the movers would pack things,they didn't said they didn't do it but would help us since we were told that,..."
Majestic Moving & Storage
"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..."
Marvel Movers
"Called them made arrangements for my moving date and the movers never showed up on moving day. Thank god my sons friends stepped in and helped if not I would have been in a terrible bind I would never recommend these people to anyone. When they di..."
Move America
"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..."
Das Moving LLC
"Please if u see this review don't get this company Das Moving LLC, the owner Aykhan Rasullu got a double payment for one service in the dirty way he can. I paid for the service and then he got a payment from the delivery company where I sent the ..."
Two Marines Moving
"Wish I could give zero stars. During our move we had damage to our previous home as well as several items… including beds that were incorrectly taken apart and put back together. One collapsed on the first night! I even paid for the additional in..."
What to know when moving to Philadelphia, PA
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Pennsylvania, the crime rates indicate a declining trend in both violent and property crimes. The violent crime rate stands at 228.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 29.8% lower than the national average. Meanwhile, property crime sits at 1363.9 per 100,000, also below the national average by 11.8%.
- Violent crime: 228.5 per 100k vs. national 325.3, down 28.4% since 2022
- Property crime: 1363.9 per 100k vs. national 1546.9, down 15.4% since 2022
- Notable trend: Homicide rate has decreased by 55% since 2022, currently at 4.2 per 100k
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (CDE)
Schools & Higher Ed
Philadelphia has access to a range of educational institutions, with 64 total schools in the area. Notable options include:
- Drexel University
- Community College of Philadelphia
- Chestnut Hill College
- Academy of Vocal Arts
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Philadelphia
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED)
Weather & Getting Outside
For outdoor activities, Philadelphia offers several parks and attractions with high ratings:
- Independence National Historical Park - 4.6 stars (26,150 reviews)
- Philadelphia Museum of Art - 4.8 stars (22,862 reviews)
- Citizens Bank Park - 4.7 stars (21,413 reviews)
- Wissahickon Valley Park - 4.8 stars (6,833 reviews)
- Spruce Street Harbor Park - 4.6 stars (8,183 reviews)
Source: Google Places API (New)
Where do people move from Philadelphia?
People move long distance from Philadelphia to popular cities like New York NY, Chicago IL and Boston MA.
Popular destinations within Pennsylvania include and Pittsburgh.
Here are other popular long distance destinations:
- Denver, CO
- Atlanta, GA
- Houston, TX
- Washington, DC
- Los Angeles, CA
- Seattle, WA
- Dallas, TX
- San Francisco, CA
See all popular local, long distance and international moving routes from Philadelphia here.
