Professional movers load your stuff, ship it to your new home, and unload it all for you. It’s the easiest—but most expensive—option. Learn more.
The Best Moving Companies in St. Petersburg
Whether you’re moving across town or cross country, we’ve found the best moving companies for you. We analyzed the services, customer reviews, and costs for more than 20 movers in St. Petersburg. These are our top picks.
Best long distance mover
Best container mover
Best local mover
Best truck rental
What type of moving company is right for you?
Professional movers
They handle it all.
Containers
You load, they ship.
You load up all your belongings, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost. Learn more.
Moving truck rentals
You do all the work.
Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do it all—and save a lot. Learn more.
Moving company | Customer Rating | Services | Phone | Learn More |
| Full-service (local) | Call (866) 854-4629 | Check Prices Check Prices | |
| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing Services - Office moving | Call (727) 657-8415 | Check Prices | |
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| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing Services - Office moving | Call (727) 657-4077 | Check Prices | |
| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing Services - Storage Services | Call (727) 224-2923 | Check Prices | |
| - Instate moves - Interstate moves - Packing Services - Storage Services | Call (813) 505-2560 | Check Prices |
Moving company | Move.org rating | Avg. cost for local move | Avg. cost for long-distance move | Phone | Learn more |
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| $1,370 | $4,300 | 866-229-4120 | Get a Quote | |
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| $1,940 | $4,240 | 800-722-5728 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,500 | $3,880 | 888-947-7974 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,870 | $5,030 | 844-362-5303 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,730 | $4,100 | 800-468-4285 | Get a Quote |
Brand | Avg. local rental price** | Car trailers/tow dollies available | Website |
| $27.61 |  Yes | Get a Quote | |
| $324.07 |  No | Get a Quote | |
| $38.70 | Yes | Get a Quote | |
| $129.77 | No | Get a Quote | |
| $328.09 | Yes | Get a Quote |
All data current as of publish date.
*Prices averaged for 5 home sizes across 6 distances over 100 miles. Mileage included in long-distance quotes.
**Prices averaged for 5 home sizes (when different trucks were available) for a distance under 100 miles. Prices do not include mileage rates.
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What to know about moving in St. Petersburg, Florida
If you are moving in or near St. Petersburg, Florida, you can expect to spend a few thousand dollars to move. In the U.S., the average cost of moving is around $9,060 if you use professional movers. In addition, moving and storage containers are around $3,800, and a moving truck averages $1,000 a move.1
Moving between states can take weeks or even months,2 depending on how you choose to move your belongings and where you are moving. It all depends on distance, the type of service you use, and, of course, unpredictable variables like weather and delays on the road. But don’t get discouraged: planning ahead can help eliminate any time delays and bring you peace of mind knowing when you’ll settle into your new home.
Like most of Florida, the cost of living in St. Petersburg is quite high. In general, it is above the average cost of living in the U.S. In the Tampa area, the total cost of living hovers around $3,427.3
St. Petersburg is known throughout the US for its award-winning beaches, top-rated restaurants, and incredible parks. A very family-friendly area, St. Petersburg is between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay and has “the most consecutive days with sunshine”: 768 days!4
Best local movers in St. Petersburg
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- How to Prepare for Your Movers
- Where to Find Free Moving Boxes
- Do I Need Moving Insurance?
- How to Set Up Home Services in Your New House
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Sources
- Colin Holmes, Move.org, “Average Moving Costs.” June 2022. Accessed September 2022.
- Frank Lanigan, Move.org, “How Long Does Moving Take.” Published August 2022. Accessed September 2022.
- Asha Kennedy, Move.org, “U.S. Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2022.” Published August 2022. Accessed September 2022.
- Visitflorida.com. “City of St. Petersburg.” Accessed September 2022.
