Best Wilmington to Nashville Movers

How Much Do Wilmington to Nashville Movers Cost?

Moving 772 miles from Wilmington, DE to Nashville, TN will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,000 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 Wilmington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Nashville from Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Nashville 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 Nashville movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington, DE to Nashville, TN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Wilmington 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 Wilmington and Nashville areas.

From these 39 companies, we analyzed a total of 14,659 reviews dating all the way back to April 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 11 state and federal moving licenses from these 39 companies and 192 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~14,000 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 3,860 Wilmington 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 Forward Moving LLC) vs older more established companies (like 6th Man Movers).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Wilmington 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.

8.53/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 7,942 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.38/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 2,995 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.76/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 1,715 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.76/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 2,900 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.56/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 1,151 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.58/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 3,280 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.02/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 4,569 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.31/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 8,013 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.44/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 4,603 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.94/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 909 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.13/10 avg (Wilmington & Nashville combined) from 3,866 reviews

From Wilmington to Nashville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Wilmington in Wilmington & Downtown Nashville in Nashville are both known for their central business district & entertainment hub
• Wilmington's Trolley Square/Eden Park neighborhood & Nashville's The Gulch both share trendy repurposed industrial & local eateries
• If you're moving from The Highlands, check out 12 South in the Nashville area for family-friendly, walkable & boutique shops
• Do you enjoy Greenville's upscale suburban shopping & affluent residences? You're sure to love Green Hills
• Move from Woodbrook to Sylvan Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: quiet, tree-lined streets & mid-century homes
• Riverside & Germantown are both known for their historic river-adjacent area & craft breweries
• Wilmington's Brandywine Village neighborhood & Nashville's East Nashville neighborhood both have an artsy community & eclectic local events

Pros and Cons of Moving from Wilmington to Nashville

ConsWilmington, DE

• Higher living costs
• Cold winters
• Less diverse music scene
• Small airport
• Limited barbecue

ProsNashville, TN

• Lower living costs
• Milder winters
• Vibrant music scene
• Major airport
• Famous BBQ culture

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Nashville, TN

• Farther from major cities
• No ocean access
• Less historical architecture
• Noisy urban areas
• Higher state taxes

Wilmington, DE

• Proximity to Philadelphia
• Beautiful coastline
• Historical charm
• Quieter atmosphere
• Lower state taxes

Pros of moving from Wilmington to Nashville

• Say goodbye to higher living costs and hello to lower living costs
• Look forward to moving away from cold winters and moving to Nashville with milder winters
• Swap the less diverse music scene of Wilmington for a vibrant music scene in Nashville
• Get ready for a major airport in Nashville

Cons of moving from Wilmington to Nashville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the proximity to Philadelphia in Wilmington to live farther from major cities in Nashville
• You'll lose out on the pro of a beautiful coastline and have to settle for the con of no ocean access
• Time to bid farewell to historical charm and get used to less historical architecture in Nashville
• Swap a quieter atmosphere for noisy urban areas

Wilmington vs. Nashville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Wilmington to Nashville, you will be trading the iconic Scrapple of Wilmington for the equally delicious Hot Chicken of Nashville. And while the locals in Wilmington rave about their flavorful Cheesesteak and sumptuous Soft Pretzel, Nashville residents know they have tasty Meat and Three and Barbecue to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Quinoa Salad they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Hot Chicken of Nashville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Wilmington eateries like 1. Deer Park Tavern, 2. Bank’s Seafood Kitchen, and 3. Big Fish Grill on the Riverfront. After the boxes are unpacked in Nashville, don't wait too long before making your way to Nashville's acclaimed eateries like 1. Loveless Cafe, 2. Prince’s Hot Chicken, and 3. Puckett’s Grocery and Restaurant.

When comparing lifestyles, Nashville shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Wilmington. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Nashville compared to what you are used to in Wilmington. 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 Wilmington favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved La Fia, Bank's Seafood Kitchen, and Kid Shelleen's Charcoal House and Saloon in Wilmington, we're sure you'll love Marche Artisan Foods, The Southern Steak and Oyster, and Jack Brown's Beer and Burger Joint in Nashville. See our Nashville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Wilmington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at DE.CO, head to The Assembly Food Hall on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Wilmington and Nashville

• The Colonial architecture that Wilmington is known for will be replaced with the Craftsman architecture typical of Nashville.
• Compared to Wilmington's real estate listings that commonly reference historic charm and proximity to the riverfront, Nashville real estate listings often highlight features like the music city vibe and vibrant nightlife.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Nashville is more walkable than Wilmington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Nashville is more bike-friendly than Wilmington.
• Nashville has more of an urban feel than Wilmington.
• Nashville housing costs are 44% more expensive than they are in Wilmington, with a median home price of $439,470 compared to Wilmington’s $306,157.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Nashville have increased by 51% compared to a 35% increase in Wilmington.
• Rent in Nashville is 15.70% more expensive than in Wilmington.

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 Wilmington and Nashville

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Wilmington to Nashville. Nashville gets 3% more sunshine days than Wilmington.
• Nashville has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Wilmington.
• Say goodbye to the possible occasional hurricanes in Wilmington and be on the lookout for potential tornadoes in Nashville.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Nashville is 4 degrees warmer than in Wilmington.
• The average winter lows are 4 degrees warmer than they are in Wilmington.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Nashville as Nashville receives 3 more inches of rain compared to Wilmington.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Wilmington and Nashville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Nashville tend to earn about 18% more than in Wilmington
• The COLI in Nashville is 15% lower than what you are used to in Wilmington
• Hooray, moving to TN means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Nashville is moderate compared to moderate in Wilmington
• The poverty level is moderate in Nashville compared to moderate in Wilmington
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Wilmington and moderate in Nashville

Political and Religious Climate in Wilmington vs. Nashville

• Wilmington tends to lean mostly Democratic in its political climate
• Nashville, on the other hand, is often described as generally Democratic
• Nashville's religious environment can be described as predominantly Christian with a strong evangelical influence
• Wilmington's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as diverse religious communities with a significant Catholic presence

Wilmington 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 Wilmington commute. That's 2600 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Nashville to be worse than it is in Wilmington.
• Public transit is less readily available in Nashville.