By Joshua Green
Updated: Aug 22, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
Editor
Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
201 movers in Verden
"Welcome Home Moving Solutions was great. Everything from their customer service representative to their crew was outstanding. They were prompt,courteous, uniformed, neat and clean. They took extra care in protecting my furniuture with pads and str..."
"To sum it up, on time, friendly, knowledgeable crew, no broken stuff, no broken furniture, no hidden charges, and no dilly-dallying. I was delivered more than I was promised. I have and will refer you to all my friend's others looking to move. ..."
"Ellis County Blue Line Moving Co was unable to complete our move (only moving 3/4 of the contents) and left my disabled mother on her own to arrange same-day moving on a Saturday with another company (shout out, Buddy Movers in Frisco, for saving ..."
"We hired Old West Moving to help get hour heirloom china and crystal safely packed for our cross country moved. We also had them help us with reorganizing our garage so that we could easily separate the items we're taking with us, the items we're ..."
"Mike & his team showed up right on time and did their job very quickly, not to mention professionally. They disassembled some of the furniture upon request & wrapped EVERYTHING carefully & accordingly. I am glad I hired them. I will definitely wor..."
"Was quoted a reasonable price for a move and was unable to move due to family emergency. Paid deposit, cancelled move 10 days prior. Contract and Customer service rep. stated I had 72 hours prior to cancel. It has been 3 months and still no refund."
"We spent over $40K in moving and storage expenses with Elements to move and store our furniture for 9 months. When they moved us into our new home they lost 5-6 boxes. Including my wife’s entire wardrobe, kitchen supplies, family photos, etc. They..."
What to know when moving to Verden, OK
Verden at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 30.4% of residents rent, and the median household income is $49,125.
- The Major Draw:
- The median gross rent is just $731, making it relatively affordable.
- The Reality Check:
- With a poverty rate of 21.1%, economic challenges do exist.
- Commute:
- Only 0% of residents use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $731 in monthly rent.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Verden has a population of 688, with a relatively low education level as only 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The housing market is characterized by a median owner-occupied home value of $127,000. With a substantial renter population at 30.4%, it offers options for those looking to lease rather than buy.
Probably not your spot if you're looking for a bustling public transit system, as only 0% of residents use public transportation.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- The median gross rent is $731, which could suit budget-conscious renters.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $127,000, making home buying relatively accessible.
- The poverty rate is 21.1%, indicating some economic challenges within the community.
- Only 30.4% of the residents are renters, suggesting a majority own their homes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime data indicates that Oklahoma has some significant challenges, though trends show improvement in certain areas. The state annual rate for violent crime is 405.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 24.8% higher than the national average. Property crime rates are also elevated at 1,823 per 100,000, 17.8% higher than the national rate.
- Violent crime: 405.9 per 100k vs. national 325.3, with a 5.4% decrease since 2022.
- Property crime: 1,823 per 100k vs. national 1,546.9, with a 23.2% decrease since 2022.
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 28.5% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Oklahoma).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to higher education is available with one notable institution nearby.
- Postsecondary institutions: 1
- With College Scorecard data: 1
- University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma located in Chickasha, OK.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is not available, there are several outdoor amenities worth exploring nearby.
- Shannon Springs Park - 4.6 stars from 1,475 reviews
- Heritage Park Theatre - 4.3 stars from 420 reviews
- Centennial Park - 4.3 stars from 301 reviews
- Train Depot Park - 4.7 stars from 100 reviews
Source: Google Places API.