Best Little Rock to Nashville Movers

How Much Do Little Rock to Nashville Movers Cost?

Moving 351 miles from Little Rock, AR to Nashville, TN will typically cost between $2,000 and $5,000 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 Nashville that already have a booked job heading from Nashville to Little Rock. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Nashville from Little Rock entirely empty. If you can find a Nashville moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Little Rock to Nashville moving option

Hire local Little Rock 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 Nashville movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Little Rock to Nashville 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 Little Rock to Nashville 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 Little Rock, AR to Nashville, TN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Little Rock to Nashville moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 27 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Little Rock and Nashville areas.

From these 27 companies, we analyzed a total of 9,117 reviews dating all the way back to September 2010.

We also reviewed a total of 2 state and federal moving licenses from these 27 companies and 132 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~9,000 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 2,024 Little Rock to Nashville 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 B2 Moving) vs older more established companies (like Ron's Delivery & Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.38/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 4,846 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.07/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 1,669 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.34/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 771 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.44/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 1,481 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.04/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 448 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.35/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 1,873 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.84/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 2,654 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.17/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 4,837 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.21/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 2,557 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.08/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 533 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

7.97/10 avg (Little Rock & Nashville combined) from 2,238 reviews

From Little Rock to Nashville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Hillcrest in Little Rock & East Nashville in Nashville are both known for their eclectic arts scene & local eateries
• Little Rock's The Heights neighborhood & Nashville's Germantown both share a historic district with Victorian homes
• If you're moving from SoMa, check out The Gulch in the Nashville area for a redeveloped industrial area with nightlife
• Do you enjoy Chenal Valley's upscale planned community & retail hubs? You're sure to love Green Hills
• Move from Argenta to Germantown and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: small arts district & craft breweries
• Midtown & Hillsboro Village are both known for their college-adjacent walkable eateries
• Little Rock's Downtown neighborhood & Nashville's Downtown Nashville neighborhood both have a central business district & riverfront entertainment
• If you're moving from Riverdale, look into Sylvan Park for riverside residential & greenway access
• Do you cherish living in West Little Rock's affluent suburb with upscale amenities? Move into Green Hills for something similar
• The similar vibes of Leawood & Donelson are both known for being airport-adjacent with business parks

Pros and Cons of Moving from Little Rock to Nashville

ConsLittle Rock, AR

• Smaller job market
• Less cultural events
• Lower nightlife
• More limited dining

ProsNashville, TN

• Larger job market
• More cultural events
• Livelier nightlife
• Diverse dining options

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Nashville, TN

• Higher cost of living
• Busier neighborhoods
• More traffic
• Complex city layout

Little Rock, AR

• Lower cost of living
• Quiet neighborhoods
• Less traffic
• Easy city navigation

Pros of moving from Little Rock to Nashville

• Say goodbye to the smaller job market and hello to the larger job market
• Look forward to moving away from fewer cultural events and moving to Nashville with more cultural events
• Swap the lower nightlife of Little Rock for the livelier nightlife in Nashville
• Get ready for diverse dining options in Nashville

Cons of moving from Little Rock to Nashville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the lower cost of living in Little Rock to live with the higher cost of living in Nashville
• You'll lose out on the pro of quiet neighborhoods and have to settle for the con of busier neighborhoods
• Time to bid farewell to less traffic and get used to more traffic in Nashville
• Swap easy city navigation for a complex city layout

Little Rock vs. Nashville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Little Rock to Nashville, you will be trading the iconic Arkansas BBQ of Little Rock for the equally delicious Hot Chicken of Nashville. And while the locals in Little Rock rave about their flavorful Catfish and sumptuous Fried Pickles, Nashville residents know they have tasty BBQ Ribs and Fish Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ Jackfruit they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Seitan Steaks of Nashville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Little Rock eateries like Sim's Barbecue, The Pantry, and Bruno's Little Italy. After the boxes are unpacked in Nashville, don't wait too long before making your way to Nashville's acclaimed eateries like Prince's Hot Chicken, Hattie B's Hot Chicken, and Arnold's Country Kitchen.

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

Discover Nashville Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Nashville is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Little Rock favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Brave New Restaurant, The Pantry, and South on Main in Little Rock, we're sure you'll love Etch, Germantown Cafe, and The Southern Steak & Oyster in Nashville. See our Nashville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Little Rock hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at The Root Cafe, head to Mas Tacos Por Favor on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Little Rock and Nashville

• The Colonial and Craftsman architecture that Little Rock is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Neo-Classical architecture typical of Nashville.
• Compared to Little Rock's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious backyards and proximity to schools, Nashville real estate listings often highlight features like entertainment options and vibrant neighborhoods.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Nashville is more walkable than Little Rock.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Nashville is more bike-friendly than Little Rock.
• Nashville has more of an urban feel than Little Rock.
• Nashville housing costs are 110% more expensive than they are in Little Rock, with a median home price of $439,470 compared to Little Rock’s $209,201.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Nashville have increased by 51% compared to a 31% increase in Little Rock.
• Rent in Nashville is 58.84% more expensive than in Little Rock.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Nashville, TN

1. East Nashville : Known for its ample green spaces and dog-friendly cafes, East Nashville provides a vibrant community atmosphere for pets and their owners.
2. 12 South : With numerous parks and pet-friendly establishments, 12 South is highly accommodating to the needs of pet owners and offers a welcoming environment.
3. Sylvan Park : This neighborhood features spacious walking trails and a dedicated pet-friendly area in the nearby McCabe Park, making it ideal for pet lovers.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Little Rock and Nashville

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Little Rock to Nashville. Nashville gets 4% fewer sunshine days than Little Rock.
• Nashville has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Little Rock.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and floods in Little Rock, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Nashville.
• The average summer high temperature in Nashville is 3 degrees colder than in Little Rock.
• The average winter lows are 2 degrees colder than they are in Little Rock.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Nashville. Nashville receives 3 fewer inches of rain compared to Little Rock.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Little Rock and Nashville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Nashville tend to earn about 21% more than in Little Rock
• The COLI in Nashville is 8% lower than what you are used to living in Little Rock
• The state income tax in TN is 1% (on interest and dividends only) compared to 2-6.6% in AR
• The affluence in Nashville is higher compared to moderate affluence in Little Rock
• The poverty level is lower in Nashville compared to moderate poverty in Little Rock
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Little Rock and moderate in Nashville

Political and Religious Climate in Little Rock vs. Nashville

• Little Rock tends to lean largely Democratic in its political climate
• Nashville, on the other hand, is often described as moderately Democratic
• Nashville's religious environment can be described as primarily Christian, including a strong presence of Nashville Life Church and other denominations
• Little Rock's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as diverse, with a significant Christian population

Little Rock vs. Nashville Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 25% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Nashville compared to your Little Rock commute. That's 2,600 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Nashville to be worse than it is in Little Rock.
• Public transit is more readily available in Nashville.