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 Cincinnati
What type of moving company is right for you?
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.
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.
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 Cincinnati
Cincinnati is one of the top 10 cities with the lowest cost of living in the US. Coming in at number seven, you can expect to pay around $1,518 for rent, $600 for food, and $328 for utilities (the second-cheapest out of all major metropolitan areas).1
Since the cost of living in Cincinnati is lower than the national average, you can expect to pay less for your move as well. If you plan on hiring out a full-service move (including packing, driving, and unpacking), it will probably cost around $7,600 or less for a local job.2 To get a better idea of how much your move will cost, be sure to get a free quote from one of the Cincinnati movers listed above.
Like any major city, Cincinnati can be a dangerous place to live at times. However, according to local authorities, crime has been on a steady decline and is currently at a 10-year low.3 Northeastern neighborhoods like Hyde Park and Oakley are especially on the safer side, with a 20% decrease in violent crime in 2021.
If you’re looking for a change of scenery but don’t have the budget for a cross-country move, there are plenty of options to consider in the tri-state area.
For more of a small town vibe, Northern Kentucky is just across the Ohio River and is full of rolling hills and white picket fences. Enjoy more space and less noise in towns like Florence, Erlanger, and Fort Thomas.
If you’re still interested in city living, Indianapolis is another great metro area to consider, and less than two hours away from Cincinnati.
Best local movers in Cincinnati
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Sources
- Asha Kennedy, Move.org. “US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2022.” Published August 23, 2022. Accessed September 2022.
- Colin Holmes, Move.org “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” Published June 6, 2022. Accessed September 7, 2022.
- Cincinnati Police Department, scribd.com, “2021 Annual Statistical Review.” Published January 20, 2022. Accessed September 2022.