Best Lexington to Manchester Movers

How Much Do Lexington to Manchester Movers Cost?

Moving 973 miles from Lexington, KY to Manchester, NH 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 Manchester that already have a booked job heading from Manchester to Lexington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Manchester from Lexington entirely empty. If you can find a Manchester moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Lexington to Manchester moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 27 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Lexington and Manchester areas.

From these 27 companies, we analyzed a total of 7,872 reviews dating all the way back to May 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 10 state and federal moving licenses from these 27 companies and 131 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~7,000 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 549 Lexington to Manchester 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 Bridges Bros Movers).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.83/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 4,292 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.51/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 1,196 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.55/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 691 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.92/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 1,291 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.30/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 419 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.05/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 1,606 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.27/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 2,569 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.61/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 4,321 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.72/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 2,632 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.44/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 394 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.41/10 avg (Lexington & Manchester combined) from 1,883 reviews

From Lexington to Manchester: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in Lexington & Downtown in Manchester are both known for their local eateries & nightlife
• Lexington's Chevy Chase neighborhood & Manchester's West Side both share tree-lined streets & historic homes
• If you're moving from Hamburg, check out Pine Island in the Manchester area for the emerging mixed-use & retail parks
• Do you enjoy Southland's suburban ranch-style & quiet streets? You're sure to love Hall Quarry
• Move from Kenwick to South End and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: creative districts with murals & breweries
• Ashland & East Side are both known for their historic homes & park access
• Lexington's Fayette Mall Area neighborhood & Manchester's Pine Island neighborhood both have large retail hubs & highway access

Pros and Cons of Moving from Lexington to Manchester

ConsLexington, KY

• Limited public transport
• Hot, humid summers
• Fewer job opportunities
• Traffic issues
• Limited winter activities

ProsManchester, NH

• Better public transit
• Cooler summer climate
• Growing job market
• Less traffic congestion
• Extensive winter sports

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Manchester, NH

• Higher cost of living
• Less equestrian presence
• New England cuisine
• Less student atmosphere
• Colder, snowy winters

Lexington, KY

• Lower cost of living
• Rich equestrian culture
• Southern cuisine
• College town vibes
• Warmer winters

Pros of moving from Lexington to Manchester

• Say goodbye to limited public transport and hello to better public transit
• Look forward to moving away from hot, humid summers and moving to Manchester with a cooler summer climate
• Swap the fewer job opportunities of Lexington for a growing job market in Manchester
• Get ready for less traffic congestion in Manchester

Cons of moving from Lexington to Manchester

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a lower cost of living in Lexington to live with a higher cost of living in Manchester
• You'll lose out on the pro of a rich equestrian culture and have to settle with the con of less equestrian presence
• Time to bid farewell to southern cuisine and get used to New England cuisine in Manchester
• Swap college town vibes for a less student atmosphere

Lexington vs. Manchester: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Lexington to Manchester, you will be trading the iconic Hot Brown of Lexington for the equally delicious Lobster Roll of Manchester. And while the locals in Lexington rave about their flavorful Kentucky Burgoo and sumptuous Beer Cheese, Manchester residents know they have tasty Steak Tips and Poutine to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tofu Tacos they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Poutine of Manchester. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Lexington eateries like Merrick Inn, Malibu Jack's Cajun, and Blue Door Smokehouse. After the boxes are unpacked in Manchester, don't wait too long before making your way to Manchester's acclaimed eateries like Puritan Backroom, Cotton, and Firefly American Bistro and Bar.

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

Discover Manchester Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Manchester is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Lexington favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse, Coles 735 Main, and Blue Door Smokehouse in Lexington, we're sure you'll love The Hanover Street Chophouse, Republic Cafe, and KC's Rib Shack in Manchester. See our Manchester restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Lexington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Doodles, head to The Red Arrow Diner on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Lexington and Manchester

• The Colonial Revival architecture that Lexington is known for will be replaced with the New England Colonial architecture typical of Manchester.
• Compared to Lexington's real estate listings that commonly reference backyards and central air, Manchester real estate listings often highlight features like fireplaces and garages.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Manchester is more walkable than Lexington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Manchester is more bike-friendly than Lexington.
• Manchester has more of an urban feel than Lexington.
• Manchester housing costs are 33% more expensive than they are in Lexington, with a median home price of $396,834 compared to Lexington’s $298,121.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Manchester have increased by 62% compared to a 51% increase in Lexington.
• Rent in Manchester is 41.03% more expensive than in Lexington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Manchester, NH

1. 1 North End: Quiet, walkable streets and quick access to Livingston Park and Dorrs Pond make daily dog walks easy and scenic.
2. 2 Rimmon Heights: Rock Rimmon Park and the Piscataquog Rail Trail are right there, with the Manchester Dog Park nearby for extra playtime.
3. 3 Youngsville: Close to Lake Massabesic's conservation areas and the Rockingham Rail Trail, offering miles of safe, wooded paths for pets and owners.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Lexington and Manchester

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Manchester tend to earn about 21% more than those in Lexington
• The COLI in Manchester is 26% higher than what you are used to living in Lexington
• Hooray, moving to NH means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Manchester is moderate-high compared to moderate in Lexington
• The poverty level is less noticeable in Manchester compared to noticeable in Lexington
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Lexington and low in Manchester