119 movers in Wilmington
Bruce's Transfer
"Very disappointed in their customer service as they refuse to repair damages that occurred during the move to my dresser. The dresser started with four functioning, attached legs, and now it only has three functioning, attached legs. They tried to..."
Majic Movers
"Hired these movers to unload U box into home. They dropped and shattered my Italian marble dining room table. They admitted fault. But it has been 7 weeks with no compensation or replacement. The owner [NAME EDIT] has one excuse after another."
Atlant Moving 1987
"I definitely would not recommend using Atlant Moving. I called to ask which day the movers would be at my house and the general manager went off on me and threatened to cancel my move. Then they broke my 65 inch Samsung TV in the move. I have file..."
Carolina Moving Solutions LLC
"Carefully count and inspect your own boxes if they pack them. Inspect them before they are sealed and count them loading and unloading. They will also underfill boxes and charge the full amount. They will significantly inflate the numbers of boxes..."
Happy Wheels Moving LLC
"The business model of this company is to scam their customers. Same experience as other reviews posted here: We hired InterstateMovingandRelocation because it had good reviews, but without consulting us they subcontracted Happy Wheels. Two Russian..."
Your Moving Company
"DON'T USE THIS MOVING COMPANY!! They are THE WORST!! I just hired them to move a bedroom furniture from Norridge to Palos Hills. The movers were not properly equipped to move the furniture, no Dolly's, straps or anything. I was given an estimate o..."
All Around Movers
"Absolutely terrible. The workers are cool, but the owner is absolutely trash. He will not take accountability for anything. So I had them move me into a townhouse, but when I got there didn’t like the place so decided to not move in. Asked them to..."
A Plus Moving Group
"If I could give zero stars, I would. Started off getting a quote from John, who rushed me on the phone throughout the process of making the booking. He was incredibly rude and condescending when I asked a follow up question about whether or not I ..."
ACE Movers Charlotte
"The owner Chad didn't give me my last pay check. And messaged me threatening texts on my phone. BEWARE."
Tyson Moving Services
"DO NOT HIRE THEM. He took my deposit and did not come on the day of moving. He kept giving me reasons. I had to hire another guys to finish my job. He NEVER returned my deposit. Stopped picking my calls too."
Moving Simplified
"STOP! DO NOT HIRE THIS COMPANY!!!! We paid Eric in full to deliver a piano to a school in need as a donation, but he NEVER delivered it, stopped responding to texts and calls for the last several weeks. Now we are involving local law enforcement t..."
Nationwide Moving
"On Approximately April 27th, I had spoken with Alison from Nationwide moving company and she gave me a quote of 1379.00 for me to move my already packed belongings from GA to CA. Half of the money was to be paid on first trip and the rest would be..."
What to know when moving to Wilmington, NC
Wilmington at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 59.5% of residents are renters and the median household income is $52,159.
- The Major Draw:
- Close to Cape Fear Community College and University of North Carolina Wilmington, providing local higher education options.
- The Reality Check:
- Approximately 22.1% of the population lives below the poverty line.
- Commute:
- Only 0.9% use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median rent of $1,183.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Wilmington has a population of about 21,820, with a median household income of $52,159, reflecting a mix of income levels. Education is a focus here, with 33.7% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. However, nearly one in five residents lives below the poverty line, indicating economic diversity.
Probably not your spot if you prefer a low renter percentage or are concerned about the higher poverty rate of 22.1%.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median rent is $1,183, which means you might need to budget carefully if you are renting.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $263,000, indicating a higher entry point for home buyers.
- With 59.5% of the population renting, it might be easier to find rental options compared to owner-occupied homes.
- The poverty rate is 22.1%, which can impact the overall economic landscape.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In North Carolina, crime rates have shown a downward trend recently, particularly in violent crime and property crime.
- Violent crime rate: 321 per 100,000, slightly lower than the national average of 325.3.
- Property crime rate: 1,780.6 per 100,000, higher than the national average of 1,546.9.
- Notable trend: Homicides have decreased by 23.2% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for North Carolina).
Schools & Higher Ed
Wilmington offers access to several postsecondary institutions in the area.
- Postsecondary institutions: 4
- With College Scorecard data: 4
- Notable institutions include Cape Fear Community College and University of North Carolina Wilmington.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
Wilmington experiences about 32.8 inches of rain per year, spread over approximately 80 rainy days, so be prepared for wet weather. There are no snow days, making it relatively mild for winter activities.
- Long Leaf Park - 4.7 stars (3,432 reviews)
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 4.4 stars (3,030 reviews)
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park - 4.5 stars (2,017 reviews)
- Wilmington Railroad Museum - 4.7 stars (899 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
