Best Durham to Jacksonville Movers

How Much Do Durham to Jacksonville Movers Cost?

Moving 479 miles from Durham, NC to Jacksonville, FL will typically cost between $2,000 and $4,500 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 Jacksonville that already have a booked job heading from Jacksonville to Durham. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Jacksonville from Durham entirely empty. If you can find a Jacksonville moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Durham to Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Durham to Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville, FL long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 43 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Durham and Jacksonville areas.

From these 43 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,519 reviews dating all the way back to November 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 22 state and federal moving licenses from these 43 companies and 201 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~13,000 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 5,386 Durham to Jacksonville 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 Skinner Moving & Storage) vs older more established companies (like MoveBright Van Lines).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.71/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 8,931 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.32/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 2,734 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.87/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 1,401 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.91/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 2,824 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.52/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 913 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.87/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 3,436 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.16/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 5,232 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.51/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 8,946 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.67/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 5,566 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.36/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 719 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.47/10 avg (Durham & Jacksonville combined) from 4,069 reviews

From Durham to Jacksonville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Durham in Durham & Downtown Jacksonville in Jacksonville are both known for their urban core with business district & nightlife
• Durham's Trinity Park neighborhood & Jacksonville's Riverside/Avondale both share
• If you're moving from Morehead Hill, check out Springfield in the Jacksonville area for the Victorian-era residences & walkable blocks
• Do you enjoy Forest Hills' midcentury bungalows & close proximity to green spaces? You're sure to love Murray Hill
• Move from Hope Valley to Ponte Vedra Beach and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: upscale community with golf amenities
• Southpoint & Southside are both known for their suburban office parks & shopping centers
• Durham's Lakewood neighborhood & Jacksonville's Murray Hill neighborhood both have
• If you're moving from Geer Street, look into Riverside/Avondale for the craft breweries & dining hotspots

Pros and Cons of Moving from Durham to Jacksonville

ConsDurham, NC

• Smaller city
• Less beach access
• Cooler winters
• Lower job growth

ProsJacksonville, FL

• Larger city vibes
• Beaches nearby
• Warmer winters
• Higher job growth

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Jacksonville, FL

• Fewer tech jobs
• Less cultural variety
• Less emphasis on academia
• Larger sprawl

Durham, NC

• Vibrant tech scene
• Rich cultural events
• Academic environment
• Compact city layout

Pros of moving from Durham to Jacksonville

• Say goodbye to smaller city and hello to larger city vibes
• Look forward to moving away from less beach access and moving to Jacksonville with beaches nearby
• Swap the cooler winters of Durham for warmer winters in Jacksonville
• Get ready for higher job growth in Jacksonville

Cons of moving from Durham to Jacksonville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the vibrant tech scene in Durham to live with fewer tech jobs in Jacksonville
• You'll lose out on the pro of rich cultural events and have to settle with the con of less cultural variety
• Time to bid farewell to the academic environment and get used to less emphasis on academia in Jacksonville
• Swap the compact city layout for larger sprawl

Durham vs. Jacksonville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Durham to Jacksonville, you will be trading the iconic Carolina-style BBQ of Durham for the equally delicious Mayport Shrimp of Jacksonville. And while the locals in Durham rave about their flavorful Pulled Pork and sumptuous Food Truck Tacos, Jacksonville residents know they have tasty Fried Chicken and Seafood Boils to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Jackfruit BBQ they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Crab Cakes of Jacksonville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Durham eateries like Poole's Diner, Mateo Bar de Tapas, and Dame's Chicken and Waffles. After the boxes are unpacked in Jacksonville, don't wait too long before making your way to Jacksonville's acclaimed eateries like Safe Harbor Seafood, Maple Street Biscuit Company, and Hawkers Asian Street Fare.

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

Discover Jacksonville Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Jacksonville 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 Mateo Bar de Tapas, Pizzeria Toro, and NanaSteak in Durham, we're sure you'll love Barrique Kitchen & Wine Bar, Carmine's Pie House, and Ruth's Chris Steak House in Jacksonville. See our Jacksonville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Durham hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Bull City Burger and Brewery, head to Engine 15 Brewing Co. on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Durham and Jacksonville

• The Colonial and Craftsman architecture that Durham is known for will be replaced with the Mediterranean and Ranch architecture typical of Jacksonville.
• Compared to Durham's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to universities and green spaces, Jacksonville real estate listings often highlight features like beach access and large yards.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Jacksonville is less walkable than Durham.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike as Jacksonville is less bike-friendly than Durham.
• Jacksonville has less of an urban feel than Durham.
• Jacksonville housing costs are 26% less expensive than they are in Durham with a median home price of $298,584 compared to Durham’s $404,856.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Jacksonville have increased by 59% compared to a 64% increase in Durham.
• Rent in Jacksonville is 5.02% more affordable than in Durham.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Jacksonville, FL

1. Riverside: Your four-legged friend will love the many green spaces and dog-friendly restaurants throughout this vibrant neighborhood.
2. San Marco: This charming area offers plenty of scenic walking paths and pet-welcoming patios for you and your pet to enjoy together.
3. Avondale: With its tree-lined streets and numerous pet boutiques, this neighborhood is perfect for pampering your pet in style.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Durham and Jacksonville

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Durham to Jacksonville. Jacksonville gets 4% more sunshine days than Durham.
• Jacksonville 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 hurricanes and flooding in Jacksonville.
• The average summer high temperature in Jacksonville is 2 degrees warmer than in Durham.
• The average winter lows are 11 degrees warmer than they are in Durham.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Jacksonville, as it receives 7 more inches of rain compared to Durham.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Durham and Jacksonville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Jacksonville tend to earn about 18% less than those in Durham
• The COLI in Jacksonville is 4% lower than what you are used to living in Durham
• Hooray, moving to FL means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Jacksonville is moderate compared to moderately affluent in Durham
• The poverty level is higher in Jacksonville compared to lower in Durham
• In terms of homelessness, it is lower in Durham and higher in Jacksonville

Political and Religious Climate in Durham vs. Jacksonville

• Durham tends to lean liberal in its political climate
• Jacksonville, on the other hand, is often described as more conservative
• Jacksonville's religious environment can be described as diverse but with a notable presence of conservative religious institutions
• Durham's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as high diversity and strong progressive religious communities such as Judea Reform Congregation

Durham vs. Jacksonville Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

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