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 Austin
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 Austin. 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?
Containers
Professional movers
They handle it all.
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.
Local professional movers in Austin
If you’re moving to a new home in Austin or somewhere else in Texas, check out these highly ranked local moving companies.
Moving company | Customer rating | Services | Phone | Learn More |
| - Full service (local) - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing services - Office moving | 866-854-4629 | Get a Quote | |
| -Packing services -Furniture delivery -Local moves | 512-850-1843 | Get a Quote | |
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| -Packing services -Office relocation -Local moves | 512-815-8781 | Get a Quote | |
| -Packing services -Furniture delivery -Local moves -Interstate moves | 512-945-0980 | Get a Quote | |
| -Packing services -Furniture delivery -Office relocation -Local moves | 512-628-0200 | Get a Quote | |
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| -Packing services -Furniture rearranging services -Local moves -Interstate moves | 512-921-3995 | Get a Quote |
Moving company | Move.org rating | Avg. cost for local move | Avg. cost for long-distance move | Phone | Learn more |
| $1,370 | $4,300 | 866-229-4120 | Get a Quote | |
| $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 Austin
The average rent for a single-bedroom apartment in Austin was $1,320.67 a month in 2021.1 This marked an increase of roughly 7% over the city’s average rent in 2020, so rental prices are going up in Austin like in many other US cities.
On top of this, Austin’s 2021 rental prices were among the highest in the US. While the city’s average rent wasn’t even close to notoriously expensive cities like San Francisco ($2,212.89) or New York City ($1,714.89), it was several hundred dollars higher than most other US cities we researched.
Yes, Austin is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States.2 According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Austin has grown by 21% over the past decade.3
This means that the trend of rent hikes in Austin will probably continue.
Austin’s popularity also means that if you plan to move to Austin from another city or you plan to move to another neighborhood within Austin, you should book your movers ASAP. If you wait till the last minute to reserve your moving service, you may have a hard time finding any moving companies with open reservation spots.
Local moves generally cost $550–$2,000 when you hire a full-service moving company. If you use a moving container company like PODS or 1-800-PACK-RAT, you should expect to pay between $500 and $1,500 for your move. Renting a moving truck for a local move usually costs $132–$336 plus a mileage fee ranging between $0.47 and $1.29 per mile.
Learn more about moving costs by reading our guide to average moving prices.
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Best local movers in Austin
Recommended resources
- The Only Moving Checklist You’ll Ever Need
- How Much Should You Tip Movers?
- How to Pay for Your Move
- What Is the Cheapest Way to Move?
- Do I Need Moving Insurance?
- Our Guide to Moving with Kids
- What Is the Cheapest Way to Move Cross-Country?
- Managing Your Paperwork When You Move
- How to Tell If a Moving Company Is a Scam
- Move.org's Moving Assistance Grants
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Sources
- Trevor Wheelwright, “Where Did Rental Prices Increase and Decrease the Most in 2021?” December 2, 2021. Accessed January 18, 2021.
- Victoria Araj, “20 Fastest Growing Cities In The U.S.,” November 24, 2021. Access January 18, 2021.
- City of Austin, “Austin's Population Continues Another Decade of Growth According to U.S. Census Bureau,” August 13, 2021. Accessed January 18 2021.
- Weather Spark, “Climate and Average Weather Year Round in Austin.” Accessed January 18, 2022.
