Best Tallahassee to Lexington Movers

How Much Do Tallahassee to Lexington Movers Cost?

Moving 654 miles from Tallahassee, FL to Lexington, KY 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 Lexington that already have a booked job heading from Lexington to Tallahassee. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Lexington from Tallahassee entirely empty. If you can find a Lexington moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Tallahassee to Lexington moving option

Hire local Tallahassee 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 Lexington movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Tallahassee to Lexington 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 Tallahassee to Lexington 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 Tallahassee, FL to Lexington, KY long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 15 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Tallahassee and Lexington areas.

From these 15 companies, we analyzed a total of 5,555 reviews dating all the way back to January 2011.

We also reviewed a total of 7 state and federal moving licenses from these 15 companies and 78 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~5,000 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 291 Tallahassee to Lexington 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 Keep On Moving Company) vs older more established companies (like Two Men and a Truck).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.77/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 2,990 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.67/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 769 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.69/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 430 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.96/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 823 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.42/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 217 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.11/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 1,159 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.17/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 1,799 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.51/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 3,038 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.71/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 1,800 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.53/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 231 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.29/10 avg (Tallahassee & Lexington combined) from 1,211 reviews

From Tallahassee to Lexington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Midtown in Tallahassee & Downtown in Lexington are both known for their local eateries & bustling nightlife
• Tallahassee's Frenchtown neighborhood & Lexington's North Limestone both share a historic community with a growing arts scene
• If you're moving from Betton Hills, check out Chevy Chase in the Lexington area for established residential, tree-lined streets
• Do you enjoy Killearn Estates' planned community with parks & family focus? You're sure to love Masterson Station
• Move from Southwood to Masterson Station and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: suburban with a golf course & amenities
• Lafayette Park & Gratz Park are both known for their historic downtown homes and walkable streets
• Tallahassee's Myers Park neighborhood & Lexington's East End District neighborhood both have an eclectic, artsy vibe

Pros and Cons of Moving from Tallahassee to Lexington

ConsTallahassee, FL

• Higher humidity
• Less horse culture
• Smaller tech job market
• Less bourbon heritage

ProsLexington, KY

• Four distinct seasons
• Thriving horse culture
• Larger tech job market
• Rich bourbon heritage

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Lexington, KY

• Colder winters
• Far from beaches
• Smaller city vibe
• Smaller university presence

Tallahassee, FL

• Milder winter
• Close to beaches
• State capital perks
• Vibrant college town

Pros of moving from Tallahassee to Lexington

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to four distinct seasons
• Look forward to moving away from less horse culture and moving to Lexington with a thriving horse culture
• Swap the smaller tech job market of Tallahassee for a larger tech job market in Lexington
• Get ready for a rich bourbon heritage in Lexington

Cons of moving from Tallahassee to Lexington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a milder winter in Tallahassee to live with colder winters in Lexington
• You'll lose out on the pro of being close to beaches and have to settle with the con of being far from beaches
• Time to bid farewell to state capital perks and get used to a smaller city vibe in Lexington
• Swap a vibrant college town for a smaller university presence

Tallahassee vs. Lexington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Tallahassee to Lexington, you will be trading the iconic Grouper Sandwich of Tallahassee for the equally delicious Hot Brown Sandwich of Lexington. And while the locals in Tallahassee rave about their flavorful Barbecue Ribs and sumptuous Tacos, Lexington residents know they have tasty Bourbon-glazed Pork and Fried Chicken 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 Seitan Wings of Lexington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Tallahassee eateries like Shell Oyster Bar, Kool Beanz Cafe, and Sage. After the boxes are unpacked in Lexington, don't wait too long before making your way to Lexington's acclaimed eateries like Dudley's on Short, Merrick Inn, and Joella's Hot Chicken.

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

Discover Lexington Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Lexington is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Tallahassee favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Table 23, The Edison, and Backwoods Crossing in Tallahassee, we're sure you'll love Carson's Food & Drink, Distilled on Jefferson, and Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Lexington. See our Lexington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Tallahassee hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at El Cocinero, head to La Rosa's on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Tallahassee and Lexington

• The Ranch architecture that Tallahassee is known for will be replaced with the Colonial Revival architecture typical of Lexington.
• Compared to Tallahassee's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and proximity to schools, Lexington real estate listings often highlight features like updated kitchens and hardwood floors.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Lexington is more walkable than Tallahassee.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Lexington is more bike-friendly than Tallahassee.
• Lexington has more of an urban feel than Tallahassee.
• Lexington housing costs are 4% more expensive than they are in Tallahassee, with a median home price of $298,121 compared to Tallahassee’s $286,005.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Lexington have increased by 51% compared to a 46% increase in Tallahassee.
• Rent in Lexington is 8.42% more affordable than in Tallahassee.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Lexington, KY

1. 1 Masterson Station: Direct access to Masterson Station Park's large off-leash dog park, open fields, and walking trails makes daily exercise easy.
2. 2 Andover Forest: Minutes from Jacobson Park's spacious dog park and lakeside paths, with quiet, sidewalk-lined streets for easy walks.
3. 3 Chevy Chase: Highly walkable, tree-lined blocks near multiple parks and green spaces, plus plenty of pet-friendly patios and services for leashed pets.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Tallahassee and Lexington

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Tallahassee to Lexington. Lexington gets 18% fewer sunshine days than Tallahassee.
• Lexington has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Tallahassee.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and tropical storms in Tallahassee, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and ice storms in Lexington.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Lexington is 7 degrees colder than in Tallahassee.
• The average winter lows in Lexington are 18 degrees colder than they are in Tallahassee.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Lexington. Lexington receives 16 fewer inches of rain compared to Tallahassee.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Tallahassee and Lexington

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Lexington tend to earn about 19% more than in Tallahassee
• The COLI in Lexington is 5% lower than what you are used to living in Tallahassee
• Bummer... By moving from FL to KY, you'll now have a state income tax of 5%
• The affluence in Lexington is moderately high compared to moderate affluence in Tallahassee
• The poverty level is lower in Lexington compared to moderate poverty in Tallahassee
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Tallahassee and moderately low in Lexington