Best Springfield to Nashville Movers

How Much Do Springfield to Nashville Movers Cost?

Moving 1,036 miles from Springfield, MA to Nashville, TN 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 Nashville that already have a booked job heading from Nashville to Springfield. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Nashville from Springfield entirely empty. If you can find a Nashville moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Springfield to Nashville moving option

Hire local Springfield 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 Nashville movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Springfield to Nashville 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 Springfield to Nashville 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 Springfield, MA to Nashville, TN long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 26 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Springfield and Nashville areas.

From these 26 companies, we analyzed a total of 10,395 reviews dating all the way back to May 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 6 state and federal moving licenses from these 26 companies and 113 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~10,000 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 3,709 Springfield to Nashville 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 6th Man Movers) vs older more established companies (like Four Guys And A Truck).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.39/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 5,417 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.12/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 1,896 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.23/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 914 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.52/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 1,861 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.01/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 619 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.39/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 2,175 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.91/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 3,032 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.19/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 5,446 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.28/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 2,997 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.87/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 608 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.09/10 avg (Springfield & Nashville combined) from 2,500 reviews

From Springfield to Nashville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Metro Center in Springfield & The Gulch in Nashville are both known for their downtown vibes & nightlife
• Springfield's Forest Park neighborhood & Nashville's Sylvan Park both share park adjacency & tree-lined streets
• If you're moving from East Forest Park, check out Donelson in the Nashville area for the established suburban community
• Do you enjoy The North End's historic architecture & evolving eateries? You're sure to love Germantown
• Move from Indian Orchard to The Nations and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: industrial roots & artist studios
• Sixteen Acres & Brentwood are both known for their suburban family-oriented neighborhood
• Springfield's Liberty Heights neighborhood & Nashville's 12 South neighborhood both have a walkable area with boutiques & bungalows
• If you're moving from Mason Square, look into West End for the proximity to medical center & institutions
• Do you cherish living in Brightwood's affordable housing & growing commercial area? Move into Antioch for something similar
• The similar vibes of Old Hill & Germantown are both known for historic brick facades & close-in living

Pros and Cons of Moving from Springfield to Nashville

ConsSpringfield, MA

• Harsher winters
• Smaller cultural scene
• Less job opportunities
• Higher crime rate
• Smaller population

ProsNashville, TN

• Milder winters
• Vibrant music scene
• More job opportunities
• Lower crime rate
• Larger, diverse community

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Nashville, TN

• Busier city life
• Higher housing costs
• More urbanized
• More traffic
• Can feel overwhelming

Springfield, MA

• Cozy small-town feel
• Lower housing costs
• Access to natural landscapes
• Less traffic congestion
• Close-knit communities

Pros of moving from Springfield to Nashville

• Say goodbye to harsher winters and hello to milder winters
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller cultural scene and moving to Nashville with a vibrant music scene
• Swap the fewer job opportunities of Springfield for more job opportunities in Nashville
• Get ready for a lower crime rate in Nashville

Cons of moving from Springfield to Nashville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a cozy small-town feel in Springfield to live with a busier city life in Nashville
• You'll lose out on the pro of lower housing costs and have to settle with the con of higher housing costs
• Time to bid farewell to access to natural landscapes and get used to a more urbanized environment in Nashville
• Swap less traffic congestion for more traffic

Springfield vs. Nashville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Springfield to Nashville, you will be trading the iconic Springfield-style cashew chicken of Springfield for the equally delicious hot chicken of Nashville. And while the locals in Springfield rave about their flavorful grinder sandwich and sumptuous elote, Nashville residents know they have tasty BBQ ribs and biscuits and gravy to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the quinoa salad they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ jackfruit of Nashville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Springfield eateries like The Student Prince Café, The Fort Dining Room, Red Rose Pizzeria, and Pho Saigon Restaurant. After the boxes are unpacked in Nashville, don't wait too long before making your way to Nashville's acclaimed eateries like Hattie B's Hot Chicken, Prince's Hot Chicken Shack, and The Loveless Cafe.

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

Discover Nashville Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Nashville is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Springfield favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Max's Tavern, The Student Prince Cafe and The Fort Dining Room, and Frigo's in Springfield, we're sure you'll love Husk, The Loveless Cafe, and Joey's House of Pizza in Nashville. See our Nashville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Springfield hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Chef Wayne's Big Mamou, head to Hattie B's Hot Chicken on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Springfield and Nashville

• The Colonial Revival architecture that Springfield is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Country architecture typical of Nashville.
• Compared to Springfield's real estate listings that commonly reference park access and proximity to schools, Nashville real estate listings often highlight features like entertainment spaces and historic details.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away because Nashville is less walkable than Springfield.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike because Nashville is less bike-friendly than Springfield.
• Nashville has more of an urban feel than Springfield.
• Nashville housing costs are 65% more expensive than they are in Springfield, with a median home price of $439,470 compared to Springfield’s $267,099.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Nashville have increased by 51% compared to a 65% increase in Springfield.
• Rent in Nashville is 10.48% more expensive than it is in Springfield.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Nashville, TN

1. East Nashville : You’ll love the abundance of parks and pet-friendly cafes that make it easy to enjoy outdoor experiences with your furry companions.
2. Sylvan Park : Your pets will appreciate the spacious green spaces and welcoming community atmosphere, ideal for walks and playtime.
3. 12 South : The neighborhood’s pet-friendly shops and frequent outdoor events provide a lively environment for you and your pets to explore together.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Springfield and Nashville

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Springfield to Nashville. Nashville gets 2% more sunshine days than Springfield.
• Nashville has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Springfield.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and floods in Springfield, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Nashville.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Nashville is 5 degrees warmer than in Springfield.
• The average winter lows are 13 degrees warmer than they are in Springfield.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Nashville. Nashville receives 2 fewer inches of rain compared to Springfield.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Springfield and Nashville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Nashville tend to earn about 53% more than in Springfield
• The COLI in Nashville is 27% lower than what you are used to living in Springfield
• Hooray, moving to TN means you will no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Nashville is high compared to moderate in Springfield
• The poverty level is moderate in Nashville compared to noticeable in Springfield
• In terms of homelessness, it is concerning in Springfield and moderate in Nashville

Political and Religious Climate in Springfield vs. Nashville

• Springfield tends to lean primarily Democratic in its political climate
• Nashville, on the other hand, is often described as mixed with a Democratic lean in urban areas
• Nashville's religious environment can be described as predominantly Christianity and active in interfaith initiatives
• Springfield's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christianity with diverse faith communities

Springfield vs. Nashville Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Your commute time in Nashville will be about the same as it currently is in Springfield.
• You can expect traffic in Nashville to be worse than it is in Springfield.
• Public transit is less readily available in Nashville.