Best Durham to Arlington Movers

How Much Do Durham to Arlington Movers Cost?

Moving 1,186 miles from Durham, NC to Arlington, TX will typically cost between $3,000 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 Arlington that already have a booked job heading from Arlington to Durham. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Arlington from Durham entirely empty. If you can find a Arlington moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 35 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Durham and Arlington areas.

From these 35 companies, we analyzed a total of 16,723 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 27 state and federal moving licenses from these 35 companies and 185 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~16,000 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 2,182 Durham to Arlington 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 King Moving Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.80/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 9,700 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.55/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 3,444 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.17/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 1,711 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.04/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 3,291 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.17/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 1,133 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.94/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 4,307 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.25/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 5,567 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.56/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 9,701 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.63/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 5,927 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.02/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 972 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.51/10 avg (Durham & Arlington combined) from 5,119 reviews

From Durham to Arlington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Durham in Durham and Entertainment District in Arlington are both known for their: walkable core and nightlife
• Durham's Trinity Park neighborhood and Arlington's UTA District both share: historic homes near university
• If you're moving from Forest Hills, check out Viridian in the Arlington area for the: wooded upscale community
• Do you enjoy Hope Valley's master-planned upscale neighborhood? You're sure to love Viridian
• Move from Watts-Hillandale to North Arlington and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: eclectic older homes and parks
• Southpoint and South Arlington are both known for their: suburban shopping and highways
• Durham's Brier Creek neighborhood and Arlington's The Parks at Arlington neighborhood both have: planned business park and suburb
• If you're moving from East Durham, look into East Arlington for the: affordable, emerging neighborhood

Pros and Cons of Moving from Durham to Arlington

ConsDurham, NC

• Smaller city vibe
• Higher humidity
• Less diverse cuisine
• Fewer job opportunities in tech
• More limited nightlife

ProsArlington, TX

• Larger urban area
• Less humidity
• More dining options
• Expanding tech scene
• Vibrant nightlife

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Arlington, TX

• Less greenery
• More anonymous living
• Fewer historical sites
• Poorer air quality
• Less focus on arts

Durham, NC

• Lush green spaces
• Close-knit community
• Rich historical sites
• Better air quality
• Creative arts scene

Pros of moving from Durham to Arlington

• Say goodbye to smaller city vibe and hello to larger urban area
• Look forward to moving away from higher humidity and moving to Arlington with less humidity
• Swap the less diverse cuisine of Durham for more dining options in Arlington
• Get ready for an expanding tech scene in Arlington

Cons of moving from Durham to Arlington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from lush green spaces in Durham to live with less greenery in Arlington
• You'll lose out on the pro of a close-knit community and have to settle for the con of more anonymous living
• Time to bid farewell to rich historical sites and get used to fewer historical sites in Arlington
• Swap better air quality for poorer air quality

Durham vs. Arlington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Durham to Arlington, you will be trading the iconic Carolina BBQ of Durham for the equally delicious Texas Brisket of Arlington. And while the locals in Durham rave about their flavorful Pulled Pork and sumptuous Food Truck Tacos, Arlington residents know they have tasty Smoked Ribs and Street Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Barbecue they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Veggie Tacos of Arlington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Durham eateries like Poole's Diner, NanaSteak, and Mateo Bar de Tapas. After the boxes are unpacked in Arlington, don't wait too long before making your way to Arlington's acclaimed eateries like Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Cacharel Restaurant, and J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill.

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

Discover Arlington Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Arlington is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Durham favorites, but we have you covered. If you loved Zwelli's, M Sushi, and Grub Durham in Durham, we're sure you'll love Babe's Chicken Dinner House, Piranha Killer Sushi, and Twisted Root Burger Co. in Arlington. See our Arlington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Durham hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Scratch, head to Cane Rosso on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Durham and Arlington

• The Colonial and Craftsman architecture that Durham is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Colonial architecture typical of Arlington.
• Compared to Durham's real estate listings that commonly reference historic districts and proximity to Duke University, Arlington real estate listings often highlight features like parks and sports facilities.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Arlington is less walkable than Durham.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Arlington is more bike-friendly than Durham.
• Arlington has less of an urban feel than Durham.
• Arlington housing costs are 21% less expensive than they are in Durham, with a median home price of $320,330 compared to Durham’s $404,856.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Arlington have increased by 53% compared to a 64% increase in Durham.
• Rent in Arlington is 5.37% more affordable than in Durham.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Arlington, TX

1. 1 Viridian: Master-planned community with extensive lakes, greenbelts, and miles of connected trails plus quick access to River Legacy Park, making daily dog walks easy.
2. 2 Fannin Farm: Wide sidewalks and direct links to Rush Creek's linear park, with the Rush Creek Dog Park just minutes away for off-leash time.
3. 3 Woodland West: Adjacent to Veterans Park's expansive grounds and multiuse trails, with shady, walkable streets that are great for pets.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Durham to Arlington. Arlington gets 8% more sunshine days than Durham.
• Arlington has lower 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 hail in Arlington.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Arlington is 7 degrees warmer than in Durham.
• The average winter lows are 7 degrees warmer than they are in Durham.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Arlington. Arlington receives 4 fewer inches of rain compared to Durham.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Durham and Arlington

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Arlington tend to earn about 16% less than those in Durham
• The COLI in Arlington is 3% higher than what you are used to living in Durham
• Hooray, moving to TX means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Arlington is moderately high compared to moderate affluence in Durham
• The poverty level is lower in Arlington compared to a notable level in Durham
• In terms of homelessness, it is concerning in Durham and less pronounced in Arlington

Political and Religious Climate in Durham vs. Arlington

• Durham tends to lean Democratic in its political climate
• Arlington, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Republican
• Arlington's religious environment can be described as primarily Christian with a large evangelical community
• Durham's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as eclectic and include Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and others