Best St. Petersburg to Arlington Movers

How Much Do St. Petersburg to Arlington Movers Cost?

Moving 1,138 miles from St. Petersburg, FL to Arlington, TX will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 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 Arlington that already have a booked job heading from Arlington to St. Petersburg. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Arlington from St. Petersburg entirely empty. If you can find a Arlington moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper St. Petersburg to Arlington moving option

Hire local St. Petersburg 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 Arlington movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this St. Petersburg to Arlington 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 St. Petersburg to Arlington 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 St. Petersburg, FL to Arlington, TX long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the St. Petersburg to Arlington moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 34 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the St. Petersburg and Arlington areas.

From these 34 companies, we analyzed a total of 15,822 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 29 state and federal moving licenses from these 34 companies and 183 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~15,000 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 1,314 St. Petersburg to Arlington 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 123 Moving Florida LLC) vs older more established companies (like Let's Get Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.62/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 8,362 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.35/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 2,968 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.60/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 1,500 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.73/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 2,865 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.34/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 988 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.85/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 3,778 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.22/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 4,759 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.36/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 8,417 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.45/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 5,021 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.31/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 956 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.13/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Arlington combined) from 4,207 reviews

From St. Petersburg to Arlington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Old Northeast in St. Petersburg & Arlington Heights in Arlington are both known for their tree-lined streets & historic bungalows
• St. Petersburg's Downtown neighborhood & Arlington's Downtown Arlington both share local eateries & bustling nightlife
• If you're moving from Snell Isle, check out Viridian in the Arlington area for the planned lakeside community & upscale homes
• Do you enjoy Grand Central District's eclectic shops & craft breweries? You're sure to love Park Row
• Move from Historic Kenwood to Downtown Arlington and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: bungalow architecture & arts scene

Pros and Cons of Moving from St. Petersburg to Arlington

ConsSt. Petersburg, FL

• Higher humidity
• Hurricane risk
• Costlier housing
• Lower average salaries

ProsArlington, TX

• Less humidity
• No hurricanes
• More affordable housing
• Higher average salaries

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Arlington, TX

• No beaches
• Less artsy
• Colder winters
• More urban

St. Petersburg, FL

• Beaches nearby
• Vibrant arts scene
• Warm winters
• Laid-back lifestyle

Pros of moving from St. Petersburg to Arlington

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to less humidity
• Look forward to moving away from hurricane risk and moving to Arlington with no hurricanes
• Swap the costlier housing of St. Petersburg for more affordable housing in Arlington
• Get ready for higher average salaries in Arlington

Cons of moving from St. Petersburg to Arlington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the nearby beaches in St. Petersburg to live with no beaches in Arlington
• You'll lose out on the pro of a vibrant arts scene and have to settle for the con of less artsy
• Time to bid farewell to warm winters and get used to colder winters in Arlington
• Swap the laid-back lifestyle for a more urban one

St. Petersburg vs. Arlington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from St. Petersburg to Arlington, you will be trading the iconic Grouper Sandwich of St. Petersburg for the equally delicious Texas BBQ Brisket of Arlington. And while the locals in St. Petersburg rave about their flavorful Cuban Sandwich and sumptuous Empanadas, Arlington residents know they have tasty Chicken Fried Steak and Tacos 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 Cauliflower Wings of Arlington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic St. Petersburg eateries like Mazzaro's Italian Market, Cider Press Café, and BellaBrava. After the boxes are unpacked in Arlington, don't wait too long before making your way to Arlington's acclaimed eateries like Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Pappasito's Cantina, and J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill.

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

Discover Arlington Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Arlington is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old St. Petersburg favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Bern's Steak House, Brick & Mortar, and Grazzi Italian Grille in St. Petersburg, we're sure you'll love The Keg Steakhouse + Bar, Maverick's Bar & Grill, and Cacharel in Arlington. See our Arlington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished St. Petersburg hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at The Mill, head to The Lot Downtown on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between St. Petersburg and Arlington

• The Spanish/Mediterranean architecture that St. Petersburg is known for will be replaced with the Traditional Ranch architecture typical of Arlington.
• Compared to St. Petersburg's real estate listings that commonly reference waterfront and open floor plans, Arlington real estate listings often highlight features like large backyards and proximity to the stadium.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Arlington is less walkable than St. Petersburg.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Arlington is less bike-friendly than St. Petersburg.
• Arlington has less of an urban feel than St. Petersburg.
• Arlington housing costs are 16% less expensive than they are in St. Petersburg, with a median home price of $320,330 compared to St. Petersburg’s $381,107.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Arlington have increased 53% compared to a 76% increase in St. Petersburg.
• Rent in Arlington is 22.48% more affordable than in St. Petersburg.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Arlington, TX

1. 1 Viridian: A master-planned community with miles of scenic trails and abundant green space, making daily dog walks and outdoor time easy.
2. 2 Interlochen: Tree-lined, sidewalk-rich streets with quick access to River Legacy Park's extensive trails make it great for pet-friendly strolls.
3. 3 Woodland West: Adjacent to Veterans Park and the Rush Creek Linear Park trail system, offering shady streets and yards ideal for on-leash walks.

Financial & Community Snapshot: St. Petersburg and Arlington

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Arlington tend to earn about 7% less than in St. Petersburg
• The COLI in Arlington is 2% higher than what you are used to living in St. Petersburg
• Hooray, there is still no state income tax in Arlington, TX
• The affluence in Arlington is moderate compared to moderate affluence in St. Petersburg
• The poverty level is comparable in Arlington compared to noticeable poverty in St. Petersburg
• In terms of homelessness, it is existing in St. Petersburg and present in Arlington