Best St. Petersburg to Madison Movers

How Much Do St. Petersburg to Madison Movers Cost?

Moving 1,343 miles from St. Petersburg, FL to Madison, WI 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 Madison that already have a booked job heading from Madison to St. Petersburg. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Madison from St. Petersburg entirely empty. If you can find a Madison moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper St. Petersburg to Madison 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 Madison movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this St. Petersburg to Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison, WI long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the St. Petersburg to Madison 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 Madison areas.

From these 34 companies, we analyzed a total of 9,362 reviews dating all the way back to May 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 29 state and federal moving licenses from these 34 companies and 175 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~9,000 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 2,358 St. Petersburg to Madison 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 The Go To Guys, 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 Madison moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.70/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 5,529 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.32/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 1,763 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.63/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 1,026 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.71/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 1,982 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.26/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 690 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.90/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 2,334 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.20/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 3,251 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.45/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 5,598 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.52/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 3,331 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.02/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 585 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.11/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Madison combined) from 2,611 reviews

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

• Downtown in St. Petersburg & Downtown Madison in Madison are both known for their urban core with shops & dining
• St. Petersburg's Old Northeast neighborhood & Madison's Edgewater both share historic waterfront streets
• If you're moving from Historic Kenwood, check out Willy Street in the Madison area for the bungalows & artsy vibe
• Do you enjoy Snell Isle's upscale waterfront community? You're sure to love Maple Bluff
• Move from Crescent Lake to Tenney-Lapham and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: lakeside parks & trails
• Shore Acres & Nakoma are both known for their suburban feel with a green canopy
• St. Petersburg's Jungle Terrace neighborhood & Madison's Schenk-Atwood neighborhood both have eclectic mid-century homes
• If you're moving from Euclid-St. Paul, look into Marquette for the mixed-use near downtown

Pros and Cons of Moving from St. Petersburg to Madison

ConsSt. Petersburg, FL

• Hot, humid summers
• Risk of hurricanes
• Less seasonal variety

ProsMadison, WI

• Milder summers
• Lower natural disaster risk
• Distinct seasons

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Madison, WI

• Colder winters
• No coastal access
• Long, cold winters

St. Petersburg, FL

• Vibrant arts scene
• Beaches nearby
• Warm winters

Pros of moving from St. Petersburg to Madison

• Say goodbye to hot, humid summers and hello to milder summers
• Look forward to moving away from the risk of hurricanes and moving to Madison with a lower natural disaster risk
• Swap the less seasonal variety of St. Petersburg for the distinct seasons in Madison

Cons of moving from St. Petersburg to Madison

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a vibrant arts scene in St. Petersburg to live with colder winters in Madison
• You'll lose out on the pro of beaches nearby and have to settle for the con of no coastal access
• Time to bid farewell to warm winters and get used to long, cold winters in Madison

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

If you're moving from St. Petersburg to Madison, you will be trading the iconic Grouper Sandwich of St. Petersburg for the equally delicious Cheese Curds of Madison. And while the locals in St. Petersburg rave about their flavorful Cuban Sandwich and sumptuous Empanadas, Madison residents know they have tasty Bratwurst and Food Cart Hot Dogs to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Tacos they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Tempeh Reubens of Madison. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic St. Petersburg eateries like Casita Taqueria, The Mill, and Bodega. After the boxes are unpacked in Madison, don't wait too long before making your way to Madison's acclaimed eateries like Graze, The Surly Mermaid, and Lombardino's.

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

Discover Madison Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Madison 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 The Mill, Bodega on Central, and Ulele in St. Petersburg, we're sure you'll love The Old Fashioned, Manna Café, and Graze in Madison. See our Madison 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 Parkshore Grill, head to Heritage Tavern on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between St. Petersburg and Madison

• The Mediterranean and Ranch architecture that St. Petersburg is known for will be replaced with the Prairie and Craftsman architecture typical of Madison.
• Compared to St. Petersburg's real estate listings that commonly reference waterfront and open floor plans, Madison real estate listings often highlight features like lake views and energy efficiency.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Madison is more walkable than St. Petersburg.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Madison is more bike-friendly than St. Petersburg.
• Madison has more of an urban feel than St. Petersburg.
• Madison housing costs are 0% less expensive than they are in St. Petersburg with a median home price of $380,800 compared to St. Petersburg’s $381,107.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Madison have increased by 44% compared to a 76% increase in St. Petersburg.
• Rent in Madison is 25.97% more affordable than in St. Petersburg.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Madison, WI

1. 1 Schenk-Atwood (Atwood): Dog-friendly patios line Atwood Avenue, with easy leashed strolls along Olbrich Park, the Yahara River, and the Capital City Trail.
2. 2 Tenney-Lapham: Tenney Park's lakeshore paths and the Yahara River Parkway are steps away, with nearby Demetral Dog Park for off-leash time.
3. 3 Dudgeon-Monroe: Lake Wingra and the Southwest Commuter Path offer scenic daily walks, and Odana School Dog Park is close for off-leash play.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between St. Petersburg and Madison

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from St. Petersburg to Madison. Madison gets 24% fewer sunshine days than St. Petersburg.
• Madison has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to St. Petersburg.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and tropical storms in St. Petersburg, but be on the lookout for potential snowstorms and tornadoes in Madison.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Madison is 8 degrees colder than in St. Petersburg.
• The average winter lows are 41 degrees colder than they are in St. Petersburg.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Madison. Madison receives 14 fewer inches of rain compared to St. Petersburg.

Financial & Community Snapshot: St. Petersburg and Madison

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Madison tend to earn about 5% more than those in St. Petersburg
• The COLI in Madison is 2% lower than what you are used to living in St. Petersburg
• Bummer... By moving from FL to WI, you'll now have a state income tax of up to 7.65%
• The affluence in Madison is high compared to moderate affluence in St. Petersburg
• The poverty level is low in Madison compared to moderate poverty in St. Petersburg
• In terms of homelessness, it is high in St. Petersburg and moderate in Madison

St. Petersburg vs. Madison Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 8% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Madison compared to your St. Petersburg daily drive. That's an annual savings of 1040 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in Madison to be better than it is in St. Petersburg.
• Public transit is more readily available in Madison.