699 Utica, NY movers reviews & costs ranked in 2026

By Joshua Green

Updated: Sep 21, 2026

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Long Distance Moving Company of Queens Co

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Based in New York, New York

Golden Van Lines LLC

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Reviewed May 17, 2023 by Libby Kowalski (1 stars)

Based in Bayonne, New Jersey

"Most people in their 80’s move from a large house to a smaller apartment, we did the opposite…we went from a NYC apartment to a large house in Colorado. We renovated floor 1 and 2 for 8 months…so we unpacked nearly 70% of our things after the reno..."

Most Valuable Movers

(19)

Reviewed Oct 6, 2017 by Sid Gupta (1 stars)

Based in Linden, New Jersey

"Hired White Glove Van Lines to conduct my move, who in turn hired Most Valuable Movers (MVM). This process has been a hassle to say the least. MVM employees were not prepared, understaffed and were hours late on the first day of the move. ALL o..."

NY International Shipping

(9)

Reviewed Nov 22, 2021 by Monica Goel (1 stars)

Based in New York, New York

"NY International Shipping is an very unprofessional outfit. They essentially blackmailed us but requesting another $878 above the amount that was original requested. Our items had already been shipped internationally so there was not much we could..."

Direct Van Lines

(5)

Reviewed Jun 24, 2019 by Amanda Conti (1 stars)

Based in Corona, New York

"There are numerous websites with bad reviews on this company. All of my research tells me many things; but the biggest one is we all have the same story to tell. We need to share this information with each other and put our stories together in ord..."

Trident Moving Corp

(3)

Reviewed Sep 8, 2023 by Mohammed Hashem (1 stars)

Based in New York, New York

"First off all I am not big fan of leaving bad reviews on companies. If I could give them 0 stars I would. Do your homework! The sales pitch is too good to be true but you will need a lot more space than the quote. They are scammers. We called the ..."

College Educated Movers

(2)

Reviewed Oct 9, 2020 by Noah Becker (1 stars)

Based in New York, New York

"College UNeducated movers broke/damaged/scuffed just about all our furniture during a September 2020 move from a one bedroom apartment. Please see the pictures as they speak for themselves. Two young guys with a rented truck showed up completely..."

All States Van Lines

(1)

Reviewed Feb 23, 2016 by Steve Derryberry (1 stars)

Based in Linden, New Jersey

"Pickup was delayed one day. 2 out of 4 moving men quit due to problems with being paid by boss from previous job. They came back later and job was finished by 3:30am less than 12 hours before final walk through by buyers of our house. A proper inv..."

Awesome Moving

(1)

Reviewed Dec 10, 2019 by Susan Dorfman (1 stars)

Based in Linden, New Jersey

"Hired Awesome Moving two weeks before scheduled move date. Confirmed 11am arrival time three days before. It was a very important situation where punctuality was a must. Was told over and over the movers would be there. At 11:45 am the movers were..."

"COMPLETELY INCOMPETENT! Please do not put yourself through this! On moving day, the movers arrived 5 hours later than expected. After loading the truck, we were told we had underestimated the amount of furniture to be loaded and they would have to..."

Destiny Moving

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Based in Brooklyn, New York

Dorothy and Martha Moving and Art Handling

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Based in Brooklyn, New York

Lou Moves You

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Based in New York, New York

Moving Companies Queens

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Based in Rego Park, New York

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What to know when moving to Utica, NY

Utica at a Glance

The Vibe:: A community with a 29.2% poverty rate and 49.8% of residents renting.
The Major Draw:: Median gross rent is $865, making it affordable compared to many areas.
The Reality Check:: With a 21.9% bachelor's degree rate, educational attainment is lower than the national average.
Commute:: Only 2.5% of residents use public transit.
Top Tip:: Plan for a rent budget of $865 per month.

The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?

Utica has a population of about 40,235, with a median household income of $49,771. Almost half of the residents are renters, which reflects the area's housing market. The education level is moderate, with only 21.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher and a notable poverty rate of 29.2%. This mix suggests a diverse community with various income levels and living situations.

Probably not your spot if you are looking for a highly educated environment or strong public transit options, as only 2.5% of residents commute via public transport.

Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot

Median gross rent is $865, which is quite affordable compared to many urban areas.
The median owner-occupied home value is $136,100, indicating a relatively low entry point for homebuyers.
21.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher, which impacts local employment opportunities.
The poverty rate stands at 29.2%, highlighting economic challenges in the area.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.

Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say

Crime data for New York shows some significant trends. The violent crime rate is 454.9 per 100,000, which is notably higher than the national average of 325.3. Property crime stands at 1,816.5 per 100,000, exceeding the national rate of 1,546.9.

Violent crime: 454.9 per 100,000 vs. national 325.3, with a 4.7% increase since 2022.
Property crime: 1,816.5 per 100,000 vs. national 1,546.9, with a 4.6% increase since 2022.
Notable trend: Homicide rate has decreased by 34.5% since 2022, now at 2.7 per 100,000.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for New York).

Schools & Higher Ed

Utica offers access to several educational institutions, primarily within Oneida County.

Postsecondary institutions: 5
With College Scorecard data: 5
Nearby institutions include: Mohawk Valley Community College, SUNY Polytechnic Institute, Saint Elizabeth College of Nursing, and Utica University.

Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES + College Scorecard.

Weather & Getting Outside

While specific weather data is unavailable, Utica features several parks and outdoor spaces that residents can enjoy.

Sherrill Brook Park - 4.6 stars, 705 reviews
F T Proctor Park - 4.6 stars, 504 reviews
Lock 20 State Canal Park - 4.5 stars, 434 reviews
Utica Children's Museum - 4.1 stars, 226 reviews

Source: Google Places API.

Who regulates Utica interstate movers?

Utica 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 New York

Let's see how many people move within New York versus those who moved from Empire State to another state.

Moved Within NY
31%

Moved out of NY
69%

It appears that much more Americans have decided to move out of New York State than to relocate within its limits. The percentages of these somewhat surprising statistics are: 31% local moves vs. 69% interstate moves.

There are countless reasons for New Yorkers to relocate within their own state, including the major one – local moves are always a easier to organize and execute than interstate ones. The preparations for a house move should begin as early as the move is confirmed and should continue all the way until Moving day itself.

Who regulates New York local movers

Moving companies in New York are regulated by the New York State Department of Transportation. To verify whether movers are licensed and insured, call (800) 786-5368, or e-mail at nymoving@dot.state.ny.us.

Agency: New York State Department of Transportation
Address: 50 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12232
Phone: (518) 457-6195
Website: https://www.dot.ny.gov

What do people move within New York?

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

Studio (11%)
Bedroom (33%)
Bedroom (18%)
Bedroom (17%)
Bedroom (4%)

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Local New York movers near Utica

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Ilion, Mohawk and Westernville can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Utica, NY sorted by distance:

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699 movers in Utica, New York - reviews and costs

699 movers in Utica

What to know when moving to Utica, NY

Utica at a Glance

The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?

Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot

Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say

Schools & Higher Ed

Weather & Getting Outside

Cost Estimator

Who regulates Utica interstate movers?

Moving within vs moving out of New York

Who regulates New York local movers

What do people move within New York?

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