Best Huntsville to Detroit Movers

How Much Do Huntsville to Detroit Movers Cost?

Moving 643 miles from Huntsville, AL to Detroit, MI will typically cost between $2,500 and $5,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Detroit that already have a booked job heading from Detroit to Huntsville. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Detroit from Huntsville entirely empty. If you can find a Detroit moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Huntsville to Detroit moving option

Hire local Huntsville movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Detroit movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Huntsville to Detroit move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Huntsville to Detroit movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Huntsville, AL to Detroit, MI long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Huntsville to Detroit moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 25 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Huntsville and Detroit areas.

From these 25 companies, we analyzed a total of 6,650 reviews dating all the way back to May 2010.

We also reviewed a total of 2 state and federal moving licenses from these 25 companies and 126 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~6,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 1,712 Huntsville to Detroit moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Black Tie Moving) vs older more established companies (like New Latitude Movers).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Huntsville to Detroit moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.75/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 3,233 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.36/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 1,029 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.15/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 650 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.38/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 1,012 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.11/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 380 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.74/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 1,334 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.17/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 1,880 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.48/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 3,293 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.56/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 1,933 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.98/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 363 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.33/10 avg (Huntsville & Detroit combined) from 1,522 reviews

From Huntsville to Detroit: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Huntsville in Huntsville & Downtown Detroit in Detroit are both known for their urban core living with businesses and high-rises
• Huntsville's Five Points neighborhood & Detroit's Corktown both share a historic district with brick buildings and local eateries
• If you're moving from Twickenham Historic District, check out Boston-Edison in the Detroit area for a neighborhood of historic mansions and architectural tours
• Do you enjoy Cummings Research Park's business and research hub with offices and tech firms? You're sure to love New Center
• Move from MidCity District to West Village and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: an artsy area with breweries, coffee shops and murals
• Jones Valley & East English Village are both known for their suburban feel with single-family homes and community events
• Huntsville's Providence neighborhood & Detroit's Palmer Woods neighborhood both have upscale homes on tree-lined streets with green space
• If you're moving from Hampton Cove, look into Grosse Pointe for affluent, scenic communities with golf and waterfront
• Do you cherish living in Blossomwood's established mid-century homes in a quiet wooded setting? Move into Rosedale Park for something similar
• The similar vibes of Crestwood & Midtown are both known for an eclectic mix of urban amenities and walkable residential

Pros and Cons of Moving from Huntsville to Detroit

ConsHuntsville, AL

• Smaller city vibes
• Lesser job opportunities
• Higher summer heat
• Less diverse cuisine

ProsDetroit, MI

• Larger urban area
• Greater job market
• Cooler summers
• More diverse food scene

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Detroit, MI

• Larger city challenges
• More impersonal
• Higher traffic
• Colder winters

Huntsville, AL

• Comfortable small city
• Close-knit community
• Low traffic levels
• Warmer winters

Pros of moving from Huntsville to Detroit

• Say goodbye to smaller city vibes and hello to a larger urban area
• Look forward to moving away from lesser job opportunities and moving to Detroit with a greater job market
• Swap the higher summer heat of Huntsville for cooler summers in Detroit
• Get ready for a more diverse food scene in Detroit

Cons of moving from Huntsville to Detroit

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the comfortable small city of Huntsville to live with larger city challenges in Detroit
• You'll lose out on the pro of a close-knit community and have to settle for the con of a more impersonal environment
• Time to bid farewell to low traffic levels and get used to higher traffic in Detroit
• Swap warmer winters for colder winters

Huntsville vs. Detroit: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Huntsville to Detroit, you will be trading the iconic Alabama BBQ of Huntsville for the equally delicious Coney Island Hot Dog of Detroit. And while the locals in Huntsville rave about their flavorful Smoked Chicken with White Sauce and sumptuous Fried Green Tomatoes, Detroit residents know they have tasty Detroit-Style Pepperoni Pizza and Greek Gyros to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Jackfruit BBQ Sandwich they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Coney Dogs of Detroit. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Huntsville eateries like Big House Café, Lowe Mill Eats, and Blue Plate Café. After the boxes are unpacked in Detroit, don't wait too long before making your way to Detroit's acclaimed eateries like Lafayette Coney Island, Supino Pizzeria, and Selden Standard.

When comparing lifestyles, Detroit shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Huntsville. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Detroit compared to what you are used to in Huntsville. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Detroit.

Discover Detroit Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Detroit is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Huntsville favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Commerce Kitchen, Blue Plate Cafe, and 1892 East in Huntsville, we're sure you'll love Selden Standard, Café Muse, and Mabel Gray in Detroit. See our Detroit restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Huntsville hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Tom Brown's, head to Grey Ghost Detroit on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Huntsville and Detroit

• The Modern and Ranch Style architecture that Huntsville is known for will be replaced with the Historic and Bungalow Style architecture typical of Detroit.
• Compared to Huntsville's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and garages, Detroit real estate listings often highlight features like historic neighborhoods and urban gardens.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Detroit is more walkable than Huntsville.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Detroit is more bike-friendly than Huntsville.
• Detroit has more of an urban feel than Huntsville.
• Detroit housing costs are 75% less expensive than they are in Huntsville, with a median home price of $71,547 compared to Huntsville's $282,670.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Detroit have increased by 60% compared to a 62% increase in Huntsville.
• Rent in Detroit is 9.07% more affordable than in Huntsville.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Detroit, MI

1. 1 Corktown: Walkable streets, dog-friendly patios, and easy access to Roosevelt Park and community dog runs make it great for daily walks and socializing.
2. 2 Midtown: A dense, walkable area with plenty of small greenspaces and quick access to the Dequindre Cut trail, plus many pet-friendly apartments and cafes.
3. 3 Downtown/Riverfront: Direct access to the Detroit RiverWalk and Milliken State Park, an urban dog area at Grand Circus Park, and numerous pet-welcoming buildings suit active pets and owners.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Huntsville and Detroit

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Huntsville to Detroit. Detroit gets 8% fewer sunshine days than Huntsville.
• Detroit has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Huntsville.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and thunderstorms in Huntsville, but be on the lookout for potential snowstorms and rare tornadoes in Detroit.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Detroit is 6 degrees colder than in Huntsville.
• The average winter lows are 9 degrees colder than they are in Huntsville.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Detroit. Detroit receives 21 fewer inches of rain compared to Huntsville.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Huntsville and Detroit

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Detroit tend to earn about 49% less than in Huntsville
• The COLI in Detroit is 9% higher than what you are used to living in Huntsville
• The state income tax in MI is 4.25% compared to 5% in AL
• The affluence in Detroit is diverse compared to moderately affluent in Huntsville
• The poverty level is higher in Detroit compared to lower in Huntsville
• In terms of homelessness, it is minimal in Huntsville and significant in Detroit

Huntsville vs. Detroit Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 14% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Detroit compared to your Huntsville commute. That's 1560 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Detroit to be worse than it is in Huntsville.
• Public transit is more readily available in Detroit.