Best Fayetteville to Albuquerque Movers

How Much Do Fayetteville to Albuquerque Movers Cost?

Moving 1,763 miles from Fayetteville, NC to Albuquerque, NM will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,000 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 Albuquerque that already have a booked job heading from Albuquerque to Fayetteville. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Albuquerque from Fayetteville entirely empty. If you can find a Albuquerque moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Fayetteville to Albuquerque moving option

Hire local Fayetteville 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 Albuquerque movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Fayetteville to Albuquerque 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 Fayetteville to Albuquerque 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 Fayetteville, NC to Albuquerque, NM long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 18 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Fayetteville and Albuquerque areas.

From these 18 companies, we analyzed a total of 3,910 reviews dating all the way back to November 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 10 state and federal moving licenses from these 18 companies and 74 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~3,000 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 1,008 Fayetteville to Albuquerque 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 Athens Moving Experts) vs older more established companies (like Pro-Move Logistics).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.19/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 2,548 reviews

Punctuality

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

7.90/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 759 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.80/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 386 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.14/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 781 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.49/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 215 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.54/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 1,031 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.69/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 1,461 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

7.83/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 2,508 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.07/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 1,542 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.87/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 199 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

7.52/10 avg (Fayetteville & Albuquerque combined) from 1,278 reviews

From Fayetteville to Albuquerque: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Haymount in Fayetteville & Nob Hill in Albuquerque are both known for their: historic tree-lined streets & local shops
• Fayetteville's Downtown neighborhood & Albuquerque's Downtown both share: a walkable core & lively nightlife
• If you're moving from Bridger Trace, check out Taylor Ranch in the Albuquerque area for the: newer homes & parks
• Do you enjoy Highland Pines' established neighborhood & good schools? You're sure to love North East Heights
• Move from Country Club Hills to Country Club and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: a golf course & upscale homes
• Rowan Woods & North Valley are both known for their: wooded lots & quiet streets
• Fayetteville's Windy Hill neighborhood & Albuquerque's Sandia Heights neighborhood both have: a hillside setting & scenic views
• If you're moving from Woodpecker Trail, look into North Valley for the: rural lots & country living
• Do you cherish living in Anderson Creek's master-planned community & amenities? Move into Taylor Ranch for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Fayetteville to Albuquerque

ConsFayetteville, NC

• Higher humidity
• Less diverse cuisine
• Fewer cultural festivals
• Smaller tech hub
• Lower altitude

ProsAlbuquerque, NM

• Drier climate
• Rich culinary scene
• Vibrant cultural events
• Larger tech industry
• High altitude benefits

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Albuquerque, NM

• More desert-like
• Larger city feel
• Far from any coast
• Higher cost of living
• High crime rates

Fayetteville, NC

• Greener landscapes
• Smaller city vibe
• Close to beaches
• Lower cost of living
• Family-friendly

Pros of moving from Fayetteville to Albuquerque

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to a drier climate
• Look forward to moving away from less diverse cuisine and moving to Albuquerque with a rich culinary scene
• Swap the fewer cultural festivals of Fayetteville for vibrant cultural events in Albuquerque
• Get ready for a larger tech industry in Albuquerque

Cons of moving from Fayetteville to Albuquerque

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from greener landscapes in Fayetteville to live with a more desert-like environment in Albuquerque
• You'll lose out on the pro of a smaller city vibe and have to settle for the con of a larger city feel
• Time to bid farewell to being close to beaches and get used to being far from any coast in Albuquerque
• Swap a lower cost of living for a higher cost of living

Fayetteville vs. Albuquerque: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Fayetteville to Albuquerque, you will be trading the iconic Carolina BBQ of Fayetteville for the equally delicious New Mexican chile of Albuquerque. And while the locals in Fayetteville rave about their flavorful pulled pork and sumptuous fried green tomatoes, Albuquerque residents know they have tasty carne adovada and tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ jackfruit they've grown to love, they can get ready for the green chile stew (vegan version) of Albuquerque. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Fayetteville eateries like Mash House Brewery & Restaurant, Luigi's Italian Chophouse and Bar, and MaryBills Cafe & Elbow Room. After the boxes are unpacked in Albuquerque, don't wait too long before making your way to Albuquerque's acclaimed eateries like Frontier Restaurant, Sadie's of New Mexico, and El Pinto Restaurant.

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

Discover Albuquerque Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Albuquerque is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Fayetteville favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Luigi's Italian Chophouse and Bar, Circa 1800, and Huske Hardware House Restaurant and Brewery in Fayetteville, we're sure you'll love Farina Pizzeria & Wine Bar, Farm & Table, and Marble Brewery in Albuquerque. See our Albuquerque restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Fayetteville hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at The Mash House Brewing Company, head to Tractor Brewing Company on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Fayetteville and Albuquerque

• The Traditional and Ranch architecture that Fayetteville is known for will be replaced with the Pueblo and Territorial architecture typical of Albuquerque.
• Compared to Fayetteville's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious backyards and garages, Albuquerque real estate listings often highlight features like views and open floor plans.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Albuquerque is more walkable than Fayetteville.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Albuquerque is more bike-friendly than Fayetteville.
• Albuquerque has more of an urban feel than Fayetteville.
• Albuquerque housing costs are 56% more expensive than they are in Fayetteville, with a median home price of $329,055 compared to Fayetteville’s $211,283.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Albuquerque have increased by 64% compared to a 72% increase in Fayetteville.
• Rent in Albuquerque is 11.84% more expensive than in Fayetteville.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Albuquerque, NM

1. Nob Hill: Walkable streets, shaded sidewalks, and lots of pet-friendly patios and shops make daily dog outings easy.
2. North Valley: Direct access to the Rio Grande Bosque trails and roomy, green lots offer excellent space for scenic walks and exercise.
3. Northeast Heights: Abundant parks and dog parks plus quiet residential streets make it convenient for both quick walks and longer adventures.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Fayetteville and Albuquerque

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Fayetteville to Albuquerque. Albuquerque gets 31% more sunshine days than Fayetteville.
• Albuquerque has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Fayetteville.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and flooding in Fayetteville, but be on the lookout for potential wildfires and flooding in Albuquerque.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Albuquerque is 4 degrees warmer than in Fayetteville.
• The average winter lows in Albuquerque are 7 degrees colder than they are in Fayetteville.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Albuquerque. Albuquerque receives 34 fewer inches of rain compared to Fayetteville.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Fayetteville and Albuquerque

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Albuquerque tend to earn about 13% more than in Fayetteville
• The COLI in Albuquerque will be 1% higher than what you are used to living in Fayetteville
• The state income tax in NM is 4.9 compared to 5.25 in NC
• The affluence in Albuquerque is high compared to moderate in Fayetteville
• The poverty level is moderate in Albuquerque compared to high in Fayetteville
• In terms of homelessness, it is visible in Fayetteville and concerning in Albuquerque

Fayetteville vs. Albuquerque Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 19% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Albuquerque compared to your Fayetteville commute. That's 2080 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Albuquerque to be worse than it is in Fayetteville.
• Public transit is more readily available in Albuquerque.