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
"Om August 3rd 2017 I contracted with United Movers Group to move my household good from Bakersfield to Hayden Idaho. As aa uninformed fool, I gave them depositof$4900. I cancelled the request per their cancellation Policy on August 19th 2017 I ..."
"I moved from Cleveland, OH to Charlotte, NC. The crew handled the packing and loading in an organized way and kept everything secured during transport. Delivery arrived on time and all items were in good condition."
"I’ve moved more than 10 times in my life. This was a horrible experience. They destroyed family heirlooms that are invaluable to me. They cannot be fixed. Liars, cheaters, arrogant, basically punks! They won’t honor my claim! I’ve lost memories th..."
"This company currently has my mother’s belongings. They are almost two weeks late in delivery and still tell me that they don’t have a truck to transport her furniture. Now I call several times a day and leave messages to get an update and no one ..."
"Alliance Moving and Storage/Moving Serv GP(not to be confused with Alliance Movers Group) is a BAD company. They ask you to give them a check (DONT) so they can keep your deposit once you discover they are a bad company. Always use a credit card s..."
"Let me start by saying the actual movers were a dream. absolutely kind and patient which is why im giving 2 stars instead of 1. however, when i booked w this company i was given an estimate based on my VERY DETAILED inventory i had given didnt mat..."
"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY. THERE ARE HIDDEN FEES LIKE A 1000.00 CHARGE FOR A CERTAIN DELIVERY DAY. REALLY!!! THEY ARE VERY NICE UNTIL THEY GET YOUR MONEY AND AFTER THAT GOOD LUCK TALKING TO SOMEONE. THEY ARE DISHONEST AND THIEVES. I HAVE BEEN TRYING..."
"The best service ever. Very hard working, honest, no damage, have knowledge how to pack, answer all questions."
"My experience with Pricing Van Lines was deeply disappointing. I hired them based on an estimate of approximately $7,682 provided by Kimberly Smith after a detailed inventory review. By the time my move from Massachusetts to Florida was completed..."
"Due to its high ratings and reviews, I hired Too Notch to move my property out of state. At first all was cordial. It was not made clear that several third party trucks would be used. My property arrived 2 weeks after it was promised and arrived i..."
"Don’t walk..run fast from this moving company.. I hired them to move my belongings from Mississippi to Texas..worst mistake of my life..my things arrived broken and some things never arrived and the driver didn’t want to bring my belongings into t..."
"SCAMMERS BEWARE: There are many companies out there that are scammers, please beware! Do not and I repeat do not deal/call with National Express Moving Company, address is 1711 Worthington Road, West Palm Beach, Fla, phone number is 1833-205-4724 ..."
The Movers Moving and Storage
"Todd, Robert and Allen were fantastic, couldn't be happier with the team I got. I've moved 8 times in my life and these guys are definitively top 1%. I plan on using The Movers again on my next move."
First Class Moving Systems
"The most HORRIBLE expericece you could ever have. These people are so dishonest, will not call you back, will raise the prices and hold your items hostage. My items finally arrived, almost all of my big furniture has broken legs, many items distro..."
Bullet Relocation Services
"BEWARE!! DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY! THEY DON’T RETURN CALLS! I have a move “scheduled” in two months with this company. However, I have called them 5 times in the last week and requested a return call as I have some questions; NOTHING! Of course ..."
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.