Average Cost of Movers in Tampa
Based on the price calculation of 6 reviews, we estimate that a move within Tampa should very roughly cost $1897.
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742 movers in Tampa
"This was my third time using Brian’s Rapid Movers so I would’ve thought he would have been professional when an expensive dresser was damaged during the move and my blackout curtains did not arrive. Brian said he would get back to me within 2 da..."
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"I and a neighbor had the same problem with the actual cost was almost $1000 more than the quote. As a senior citizen it striped my meager savings If you check the BBB they are out of business."
What to know when moving to Tampa, FL
Schools & Higher Ed
In the Tampa area, there are a total of 26 postsecondary institutions, including 25 that provide College Scorecard data. Notable schools include Hillsborough Community College and Keiser University-Tampa. Additionally, 19 institutions are located within Hillsborough County, with 7 more in nearby Pinellas County.
- Hillsborough Community College
- Keiser University-Tampa
- Arizona College of Nursing-Tampa
- Everglades University - Tampa
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED)
Weather & Getting Outside
Hillsborough County receives about 47 inches of rain annually, with 108 rainy days. The summer months account for the majority of this precipitation, totaling 24 inches and featuring 56 rainy days. There are no days of snowfall.
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park: 4.6 stars, 27,657 reviews
- Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park: 4.7 stars, 10,458 reviews
- Philippe Park: 4.8 stars, 5,648 reviews
- Cypress Point Park: 4.5 stars, 6,421 reviews
Source: NOAA Climate Data Online (CDO) + Google Places API (New)
Jobs & the Local Economy
Hillsborough County has an unemployment rate of 4.5% as of December 2025, with a labor force of approximately 818,741. The county employs around 781,853 individuals.
- Unemployment rate: 4.5%
- Employed: 781,853
- Labor force: 818,741
Source: BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS)
Where do people move from Tampa?
People move long distance from Tampa to popular cities like Chicago IL, Dallas TX and Denver CO.
Popular destinations within Florida include Miami and Orlando.
See all popular local, long distance and international moving routes from Tampa here.