Best Tempe to Nashville Movers

How Much Do Tempe to Nashville Movers Cost?

Moving 1,715 miles from Tempe, AZ to Nashville, TN will typically cost between $3,000 and $8,000 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 Tempe. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Nashville from Tempe 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 Tempe to Nashville moving option

Hire local Tempe 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 Tempe 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 Tempe 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 Tempe, AZ to Nashville, TN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 39 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Tempe and Nashville areas.

From these 39 companies, we analyzed a total of 20,011 reviews dating all the way back to May 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 8 state and federal moving licenses from these 39 companies and 197 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~20,000 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 5,645 Tempe 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 New Beginnings Moving Solutions) vs older more established companies (like Creative Moving and Packing, LLC).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Tempe 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.

8.56/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 12,070 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.35/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 4,350 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.45/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 2,394 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.66/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 4,344 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.34/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 1,570 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.61/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 5,221 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.11/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 7,087 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.34/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 12,154 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.42/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 6,956 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.17/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 1,423 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.11/10 avg (Tempe & Nashville combined) from 6,003 reviews

From Tempe to Nashville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Tempe in Tempe & The Gulch in Nashville are both known for their walkable district with nightlife
• Tempe's ASU Campus Area neighborhood & Nashville's West End/Hillsboro Village both share a student-centric area near campus
• If you're moving from The Lakes, check out Donelson in the Nashville area for suburban lake recreation
• Do you enjoy Dobson Ranch's planned community with family amenities? You're sure to love Hermitage
• Move from Broadmor to Sylvan Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: established ranch homes & family-friendly
• Coronado Estates & Belle Meade are both known for their upscale homes on spacious lots
• Tempe's Mill Avenue District neighborhood & Nashville's 12 South neighborhood both have boutique shops & restaurants
• If you're moving from Main Gate Square, look into East Nashville for the eclectic arts scene & live music

Pros and Cons of Moving from Tempe to Nashville

ConsTempe, AZ

• Hotter summers
• Less musical diversity
• Lower green space
• Smaller cultural scene

ProsNashville, TN

• Milder summers
• Music City vibes
• More parks
• Larger cultural scene

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Nashville, TN

• Less college atmosphere
• Higher housing costs
• Less accessible outdoors
• More sprawl

Tempe, AZ

• Vibrant university life
• Affordable housing
• Accessible outdoor activities
• Compact city layout

Pros of moving from Tempe to Nashville

• Say goodbye to hotter summers and hello to milder summers
• Look forward to moving away from less musical diversity and moving to Nashville with music city vibes
• Swap the lower green space of Tempe for more parks in Nashville
• Get ready for a larger cultural scene in Nashville

Cons of moving from Tempe to Nashville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from vibrant university life in Tempe to live with a less college atmosphere in Nashville
• You'll lose out on the pro of affordable housing and have to settle for the con of higher housing costs
• Time to bid farewell to accessible outdoor activities and get used to less accessible outdoors in Nashville
• Swap a compact city layout for more sprawl

Tempe vs. Nashville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Tempe to Nashville, you will be trading the iconic Southwestern Cuisine of Tempe for the equally delicious Hot Chicken of Nashville. And while the locals in Tempe rave about their flavorful Carne Asada and sumptuous Tacos, Nashville residents know they have tasty BBQ Ribs and Fried Pickles to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Jackfruit Tacos they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich of Nashville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Tempe eateries like House of Tricks, Culinary Dropout, and Postino Annex. 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 less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Tempe. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Nashville compared to what you are used to in Tempe. 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 Tempe favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved House of Tricks, Culinary Dropout, and Four Peaks Brewing Co. in Tempe, we're sure you'll love Husk, Butchertown Hall, and Yazoo Brewing Company in Nashville. See our Nashville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Tempe hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Postino, head to Barcelona Wine Bar on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Tempe and Nashville

• The Southwestern architecture that Tempe is known for will be replaced with the Victorian and Modern architecture typical of Nashville.
• Compared to Tempe's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to ASU and pools, Nashville's real estate listings often highlight features like music venues and large yards.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Nashville is less walkable than Tempe.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Nashville is less bike-friendly than Tempe.
• Nashville has more of an urban feel than Tempe.
• Nashville housing costs are 9% less expensive than they are in Tempe, with a median home price of $439,470 compared to Tempe’s $484,930.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Nashville have increased 51% compared to a 62% increase in Tempe.
• Rent in Nashville is 6.91% more expensive than in Tempe.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Nashville, TN

1. East Nashville : You’ll love the abundance of parks and pet-friendly cafes that make it easy to enjoy outdoor experiences with your furry companions.
2. Sylvan Park : Your pets will appreciate the spacious green spaces and welcoming community atmosphere, ideal for walks and playtime.
3. 12 South : The neighborhood’s pet-friendly shops and frequent outdoor events provide a lively environment for you and your pets to explore together.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Tempe and Nashville

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Tempe to Nashville. Nashville gets 31% fewer sunshine days than Tempe.
• Nashville has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Tempe.
• Say goodbye to the possible heatwaves and dust storms in Tempe, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Nashville.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Nashville is 16 degrees colder than in Tempe.
• The average winter lows are 16 degrees colder than they are in Tempe.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Nashville. Nashville receives 38 more inches of rain compared to Tempe.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Tempe and Nashville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Nashville tend to earn about 6% less than those in Tempe
• The COLI in Nashville is 12% lower than what you are used to living in Tempe
• The state income tax in TN is none compared to 2.59% to 4.50% in AZ
• The affluence in Nashville is moderate to high compared to moderate in Tempe
• The poverty level is moderate in Nashville compared to low in Tempe
• In terms of homelessness, it is low to moderate in Tempe and moderate in Nashville

Political and Religious Climate in Tempe vs. Nashville

• Tempe tends to lean Liberal in its political climate
• Nashville, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Liberal
• Nashville's religious environment can be described as having a Christian predominance, notably Baptist
• Tempe's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as mixed, with a significant non-religious constituency

Tempe vs. Nashville Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 20% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Nashville compared to your Tempe commute. That's 2600 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Nashville to be worse than it is in Tempe.
• Public transit is less readily available in Nashville.