Best Durham to Little Rock Movers

How Much Do Durham to Little Rock Movers Cost?

Moving 876 miles from Durham, NC to Little Rock, AR 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 Little Rock that already have a booked job heading from Little Rock to Durham. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Little Rock from Durham entirely empty. If you can find a Little Rock moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Durham to Little Rock moving option

Hire local Durham 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 Little Rock movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Durham to Little Rock 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 Durham to Little Rock 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 Durham, NC to Little Rock, AR long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Durham to Little Rock moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 27 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Durham and Little Rock areas.

From these 27 companies, we analyzed a total of 7,483 reviews dating all the way back to November 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 9 state and federal moving licenses from these 27 companies and 139 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 1,866 Durham to Little Rock 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 Next Stop Movers) vs older more established companies (like Elite Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

9.00/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 5,060 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.69/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 1,682 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.35/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 855 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.23/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 1,666 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.45/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 577 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.00/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 1,965 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.30/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 2,949 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.80/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 5,080 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.86/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 3,241 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.09/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 431 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.63/10 avg (Durham & Little Rock combined) from 2,708 reviews

From Durham to Little Rock: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Trinity Park in Durham & Hillcrest in Little Rock are both known for their historic homes & walkable streets
• Durham's Downtown Durham neighborhood & Little Rock's Downtown both share an urban core with restaurants & nightlife
• If you're moving from Watts-Hillandale, check out Quapaw Quarter in the Little Rock area for the tree-lined streets & early 20th-century houses
• Do you enjoy Forest Hills' wooded lots & suburban winding roads? You're sure to love Chenal Valley
• Move from Duke Park to The Heights and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: bungalow homes & local eateries
• Old North Durham & SoMa are both known for their up-and-coming artsy vibe
• Durham's Southpoint neighborhood & Little Rock's West Little Rock neighborhood both have new subdivisions & retail centers
• If you're moving from Brightleaf, look into East Village for the loft-style housing & trendy dining

Pros and Cons of Moving from Durham to Little Rock

ConsDurham, NC

• Higher housing costs
• Less diverse cuisine
• Fewer parks
• Smaller tech hub

ProsLittle Rock, AR

• More affordable housing
• Varied dining options
• More green spaces
• Larger tech sector

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Little Rock, AR

• Fewer universities
• Smaller arts community
• Less historical interest
• Fewer research jobs

Durham, NC

• Rich in academia
• Vibrant arts scene
• Historical landmarks
• Research opportunities

Pros of moving from Durham to Little Rock

• Say goodbye to higher housing costs and hello to more affordable housing
• Look forward to moving away from less diverse cuisine and moving to Little Rock with varied dining options
• Swap the fewer parks of Durham for more green spaces in Little Rock
• Get ready for a larger tech sector in Little Rock

Cons of moving from Durham to Little Rock

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a rich academic environment in Durham to live with fewer universities in Little Rock
• You'll lose out on the pro of a vibrant arts scene and have to settle for the con of a smaller arts community
• Time to bid farewell to historical landmarks and get used to less historical interest in Little Rock
• Swap research opportunities for fewer research jobs

Durham vs. Little Rock: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Durham to Little Rock, you will be trading the iconic Carolina-style BBQ of Durham for the equally delicious Arkansas Catfish of Little Rock. And while the locals in Durham rave about their flavorful Pulled Pork and sumptuous Food Truck Tacos, Little Rock residents know they have tasty Fried Chicken and BBQ Nachos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Po'boy of Little Rock. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Durham eateries like Bull City Burger and Brewery, Mateo Bar de Tapas, and Pizzeria Toro. After the boxes are unpacked in Little Rock, don't wait too long before making your way to Little Rock's acclaimed eateries like South on Main, The Root Cafe, and Lost Forty Brewing.

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

Discover Little Rock Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Little Rock is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Durham favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved M Sushi, Dame's Chicken & Waffles, and Mateo in Durham, we're sure you'll love Sushi Cafe, Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken, and The Pantry in Little Rock. See our Little Rock restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Durham hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Vin Rouge, head to Petit & Keet on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Durham and Little Rock

• The Colonial Revival architecture that Durham is known for will be replaced with the Craftsman architecture typical of Little Rock.
• Compared to Durham's real estate listings that commonly reference community amenities and green spaces, Little Rock real estate listings often highlight features like proximity to nature and downtown access.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away because Little Rock is less walkable than Durham.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike because Little Rock is more bike-friendly than Durham.
• Little Rock has more of an urban feel than Durham.
• Little Rock housing costs are 48% less expensive than they are in Durham with a median home price of $209,201 compared to Durham’s $404,856.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Little Rock have increased by 31% compared to a 64% increase in Durham.
• Rent in Little Rock is 30.65% more affordable than in Durham.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Little Rock, AR

1. 1 Hillcrest: Walkable streets, quick access to Allsopp Park trails, and many dog-friendly patios make daily pet life easy.
2. 2 The Heights: Tree-lined sidewalks and proximity to Allsopp Park and neighborhood green spaces provide great routes and play areas for pets.
3. 3 Riverdale: Near Murray Park's off-leash dog park and the Arkansas River Trail, offering ample space for long walks and outdoor time.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Durham and Little Rock

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Durham to Little Rock. Little Rock gets 2% more sunshine days than Durham.
• Little Rock has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Durham.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and tornadoes in Durham, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and floods in Little Rock.
• The average summer high temperature in Little Rock is 3 degrees warmer than in Durham.
• The average winter lows are 1 degree warmer than they are in Durham.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Little Rock, as it receives 7 more inches of rain compared to Durham.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Durham and Little Rock

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Little Rock tend to earn about 25% less than in Durham
• The COLI in Little Rock is 0% lower than what you are used to living in Durham
• The state income tax in AR is between 2.0 and 5.9 compared to 5.25 in NC
• The affluence in Little Rock is moderate compared to moderately affluent in Durham
• The poverty level is higher in Little Rock compared to medium in Durham
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Durham and medium in Little Rock

Political and Religious Climate in Durham vs. Little Rock

• Durham tends to lean Liberal in its political climate
• Little Rock, on the other hand, is often described as centrist with a lean towards conservative
• Little Rock's religious environment can be described as primarily Christian with a significant Baptist presence
• Durham's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christianity with diverse religious communities

Durham vs. Little Rock Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 14% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Little Rock compared to your daily drive in Durham. That's an annual savings of 1560 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in Little Rock to be better than it is in Durham.
• Public transit is less readily available in Little Rock.