Best Tampa to Houston Movers

How Much Do Tampa to Houston Movers Cost?

Moving 958 miles from Tampa, FL to Houston, TX 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 Houston that already have a booked job heading from Houston to Tampa. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Houston from Tampa entirely empty. If you can find a Houston moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Tampa to Houston moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 37 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Tampa and Houston areas.

From these 37 companies, we analyzed a total of 16,153 reviews dating all the way back to September 2010.

We also reviewed a total of 29 state and federal moving licenses from these 37 companies and 186 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~16,000 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 3,896 Tampa to Houston 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 Pinpoint Movers) 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 Tampa to Houston moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.37/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 8,796 reviews

Punctuality

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

7.96/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 3,065 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.15/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 1,612 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.18/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 3,195 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

5.23/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 1,164 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.47/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 3,935 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.91/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 4,633 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.03/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 8,969 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.19/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 5,273 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.47/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 1,135 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

7.74/10 avg (Tampa & Houston combined) from 4,322 reviews

From Tampa to Houston: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Hyde Park in Tampa & The Heights in Houston are both known for their historic bungalows & tree-lined streets
• Tampa's Seminole Heights neighborhood & Houston's Montrose both share eclectic shops & an artsy vibe
• If you're moving from Ybor City, check out EaDo in the Houston area for vibrant nightlife & historic districts
• Do you enjoy Davis Islands' waterfront & upscale homes? You're sure to love West University
• Move from South Tampa to River Oaks and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities of affluent residential & green spaces
• Westchase & Westchase are both known for their master-planned business & suburban qualities
• Tampa's Palma Ceia neighborhood & Houston's Upper Kirby neighborhood both have boutique shopping & dining
• If you're moving from Bayshore Beautiful, look into Rice Military for bayfront parks & trails
• Do you cherish living in Channelside's urban entertainment & mixed-use? Move into Midtown for something similar
• The similar vibes of Rocky Creek & Memorial Villages are both known for quiet suburbs near parks

Pros and Cons of Moving from Tampa to Houston

ConsTampa, FL

• Higher humidity
• Smaller city
• Fewer cultural venues
• Less diverse cuisine

ProsHouston, TX

• More job opportunities
• Larger city vibes
• Rich cultural scene
• Diverse food options

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Houston, TX

• No beaches
• Higher cost of living
• More urban
• Heavy traffic

Tampa, FL

• Beaches nearby
• Lower cost of living
• Outdoor lifestyle
• Less traffic congestion

Pros of moving from Tampa to Houston

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to more job opportunities
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller city and moving to Houston with larger city vibes
• Swap the fewer cultural venues of Tampa for a rich cultural scene in Houston
• Get ready for diverse food options in Houston

Cons of moving from Tampa to Houston

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the beaches nearby in Tampa to live with no beaches in Houston
• You'll lose out on the pro of a lower cost of living and have to settle for the con of a higher cost of living
• Time to bid farewell to an outdoor lifestyle and get used to a more urban environment in Houston
• Swap less traffic congestion for heavy traffic

Tampa vs. Houston: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Tampa to Houston, you will be trading the iconic Cuban Sandwich of Tampa for the equally delicious Texas BBQ Brisket of Houston. And while the locals in Tampa rave about their flavorful Grouper Sandwich and sumptuous Deviled Crab, Houston residents know they have tasty Fajitas and Breakfast Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Cuban Sandwich they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Tex-Mex of Houston. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Tampa eateries like Columbia Restaurant, Ulele, and Bern's Steak House. After the boxes are unpacked in Houston, don't wait too long before making your way to Houston's acclaimed eateries like Killen's BBQ, Hugo's, and The Original Ninfa's on Navigation.

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

Discover Houston Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Houston is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Tampa favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Bern's Steak House, Ulele, and Olivia in Tampa, we're sure you'll love Pappas Bros. Steakhouse, Hugo's, and Osteria Mazzantini in Houston. See our Houston restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Tampa hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at La Teresita Restaurant, head to Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Tampa and Houston

• The Mediterranean and Bungalow architecture that Tampa is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Modern architecture typical of Houston.
• Compared to Tampa's real estate listings that commonly reference outdoor spaces and waterfront, Houston's real estate listings often highlight features like energy efficiency and spacious lots.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Houston is less walkable than Tampa.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike since Houston is less bike-friendly than Tampa.
• Houston has more of an urban feel than Tampa.
• Houston housing costs are 30% less expensive than they are in Tampa with a median home price of $269,461 compared to Tampa’s $382,663.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Houston have increased by 43% compared to a 74% increase in Tampa.
• Rent in Houston is 26.95% more affordable than in Tampa.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Houston, TX

1. 1 Houston Heights: Tree-lined streets, the Heights Hike & Bike Trail and White Oak Bayou Greenway, plus many dog-friendly patios make daily walks and outings easy.
2. 2 Montrose: Highly walkable with abundant pet-welcoming cafes and bars, and quick access to Buffalo Bayou Park and the Johnny Steele Dog Park.
3. 3 Rice Military/Washington Corridor: Steps from Memorial Park's extensive trails and green spaces, with numerous pet-friendly townhomes and patios along Washington Avenue.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Tampa and Houston

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Houston tend to earn about 12% less than those in Tampa
• The COLI in Houston is 0% lower than what you are used to living in Tampa
• Hooray, there is still no state income tax in Houston, TX
• The affluence in Houston is high compared to moderate affluence in Tampa
• The poverty level is moderate in Houston compared to low poverty in Tampa
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Tampa and moderate in Houston