Best Wilmington to New Orleans Movers

How Much Do Wilmington to New Orleans Movers Cost?

Moving 1,206 miles from Wilmington, DE to New Orleans, LA will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000 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 New Orleans that already have a booked job heading from New Orleans to Wilmington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to New Orleans from Wilmington entirely empty. If you can find a New Orleans moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Wilmington to New Orleans moving option

Hire local Wilmington 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 New Orleans movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Wilmington to New Orleans 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 Wilmington to New Orleans 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 Wilmington, DE to New Orleans, LA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Wilmington to New Orleans moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 34 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Wilmington and New Orleans areas.

From these 34 companies, we analyzed a total of 10,609 reviews dating all the way back to April 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 18 state and federal moving licenses from these 34 companies and 175 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~10,000 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 0 Wilmington to New Orleans 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 Henry Hauling LLC) vs older more established companies (like Bart's Office Inc.).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.73/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 5,885 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.60/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 2,207 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.18/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 1,401 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.01/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 2,375 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.84/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 982 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.83/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 2,408 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.17/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 3,438 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.48/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 5,958 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.67/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 3,701 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.17/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 656 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.27/10 avg (Wilmington & New Orleans combined) from 2,991 reviews

From Wilmington to New Orleans: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Wilmington in Wilmington & Central Business District in New Orleans are both known for their: high-rises & business hub
• Wilmington's Trolley Square neighborhood & New Orleans' Uptown both share: walkable local boutiques & eateries
• If you're moving from The Highlands, check out Garden District in the New Orleans area for the: historic tree-lined streets & grand homes
• Do you enjoy Brandywine Village's mixed-use lofts & arts scene? You're sure to love Warehouse District
• Move from Little Italy to Faubourg Marigny and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: artisanal restaurants & local charm
• Quaker Hill & Tremé are both known for their: historic rowhouses & rich cultural heritage
• Wilmington's Riverfront neighborhood & New Orleans' Algiers Point neighborhood both have: scenic riverfront parks & walking paths
• If you're moving from South Wilmington, look into Bywater for the: emerging arts community & diverse culture
• Do you cherish living in Rockford Park's scenic green spaces & stately homes? Move into Garden District for something similar
• The similar vibes of Longwood & Uptown are both known for: leafy residential streets & period architecture

Discover New Orleans Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to New Orleans is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Wilmington favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved La Fia Bistro, Bardea Food & Drink, and Mrs. Robino's in Wilmington, we're sure you'll love Cochon, Commander's Palace, and NOLA in New Orleans. See our New Orleans restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Wilmington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Big Fish Grill, head to Pêche Seafood Grill on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Wilmington and New Orleans

• The Colonial architecture that Wilmington is known for will be replaced with the French Creole architecture typical of New Orleans.
• Compared to Wilmington's real estate listings that commonly reference historic charm, New Orleans real estate listings often highlight features like balcony views.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. New Orleans is more walkable than Wilmington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. New Orleans is more bike-friendly than Wilmington.
• New Orleans has more of an urban feel than Wilmington.
• New Orleans housing costs are 19% less expensive than they are in Wilmington with a median home price of $247,048 compared to Wilmington’s $306,157.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in New Orleans have increased by 15% compared to a 35% increase in Wilmington.
• Rent in New Orleans is 4.54% more expensive than in Wilmington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in New Orleans, LA

1. 1 Uptown (Audubon/University): Easy access to Audubon Park and The Fly, shady walkable streets, and many dog-friendly patios along Magazine Street.
2. 2 Mid-City: Close to City Park and its NOLA City Bark off-leash dog park, plus bayou-front sidewalks and numerous pet-welcoming cafes.
3. 3 Lakeview: Quiet, low-traffic blocks with larger yards and sidewalks near Lakefront green spaces and Harrison Avenue's pet-friendly spots.