Best Rochester to Atlanta Movers

How Much Do Rochester to Atlanta Movers Cost?

Moving 953 miles from Rochester, NY to Atlanta, GA will typically cost between $2,000 and $5,500 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 Atlanta that already have a booked job heading from Atlanta to Rochester. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Atlanta from Rochester entirely empty. If you can find a Atlanta moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Rochester to Atlanta moving option

Hire local Rochester 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 Atlanta movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Rochester to Atlanta 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 Rochester to Atlanta 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 Rochester, NY to Atlanta, GA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

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

From these 35 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,472 reviews dating all the way back to May 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 23 state and federal moving licenses from these 35 companies and 178 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 2,273 Rochester to Atlanta 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 Midtown Moving) vs older more established companies (like Interior Moving Services, Inc.).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.54/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 6,938 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.29/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 2,512 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.61/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 1,315 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.55/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 2,757 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.44/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 1,102 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.73/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 2,843 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.16/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 3,842 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.28/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 7,063 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.51/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 4,356 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.90/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 1,024 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.11/10 avg (Rochester & Atlanta combined) from 3,448 reviews

From Rochester to Atlanta: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Park Avenue in Rochester & Virginia Highland in Atlanta are both known for their: walkable corridor with boutiques & cafes
• Rochester's Neighborhood of the Arts neighborhood & Atlanta's East Atlanta Village both share: art galleries & eclectic nightlife
• If you're moving from South Wedge, check out West Midtown in the Atlanta area for the: brewery scene & arts venues
• Do you enjoy Charlotte's residential area with local shops & parks? You're sure to love Decatur
• Move from Maplewood to Inman Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: historic homes near restaurants & parks
• Swillburg & Candler Park are both known for their: tight-knit community with vintage vibes
• Rochester's Corn Hill neighborhood & Atlanta's Grant Park neighborhood both have: Victorian homes near a major urban park
• If you're moving from East End, look into Old Fourth Ward for the: revitalized area with murals & BeltLine access
• Do you cherish living in Highland Park's affluent neighborhood with tree-lined streets? Move into Buckhead for something similar
• The similar vibes of Brighton & Midtown are both known for: student hub with nightlife & cultural venues

Pros and Cons of Moving from Rochester to Atlanta

ConsRochester, NY

• Colder climate
• Smaller job market
• Less diverse cuisine
• Fewer cultural attractions
• Lower nightlife activity

ProsAtlanta, GA

• Warmer weather
• Larger job market
• Rich culinary scene
• More cultural attractions
• Vibrant nightlife

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Atlanta, GA

• Higher living costs
• Busy city life
• More traffic congestion
• No direct lake access
• Larger, impersonal

Rochester, NY

• Affordable living
• Cozy small-town feel
• Less traffic congestion
• Easy lake access
• Friendly community

Pros of moving from Rochester to Atlanta

• Say goodbye to colder climate and hello to warmer weather
• Look forward to moving away from smaller job market and moving to Atlanta with larger job market
• Swap the less diverse cuisine of Rochester for a rich culinary scene in Atlanta
• Get ready for more cultural attractions in Atlanta

Cons of moving from Rochester to Atlanta

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from affordable living in Rochester to live with higher living costs in Atlanta
• You'll lose out on the pro of cozy small-town feel and have to settle for the con of busy city life
• Time to bid farewell to less traffic congestion and get used to more traffic congestion in Atlanta
• Swap easy lake access for no direct lake access

Rochester vs. Atlanta: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Rochester to Atlanta, you will be trading the iconic Garbage Plate of Rochester for the equally delicious Peach Cobbler of Atlanta. And while the locals in Rochester rave about their flavorful Beef on Weck and sumptuous White Hots, Atlanta residents know they have tasty Fried Chicken and Chicken and Waffles to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tofu Scramble they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Collard Greens of Atlanta. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Rochester eateries like Nick Tahou Hots, Joe Bean Coffee Roasters, and Rohrbach Brewing Company. After the boxes are unpacked in Atlanta, don't wait too long before making your way to Atlanta's acclaimed eateries like South City Kitchen, The Optimist, and Mary Mac's Tea Room.

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

Discover Atlanta Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Atlanta is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Rochester favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Good Luck, Abbott's Frozen Custard, and Dinosaur Bar-B-Que in Rochester, we're sure you'll love Staplehouse, Rita's Italian Ice and Frozen Custard, and Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q in Atlanta. See our Atlanta restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Rochester hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Cure, head to Aria on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Rochester and Atlanta

• The Colonial and Cape Cod architecture that Rochester is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Craftsman architecture typical of Atlanta.
• Compared to Rochester's real estate listings that commonly reference hardwood floors and garages, Atlanta real estate listings often highlight features like granite countertops and hardwood floors.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Atlanta is less walkable than Rochester.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Atlanta is more bike-friendly than Rochester.
• Atlanta has more of an urban feel than Rochester.
• Atlanta housing costs are 89% more expensive than in Rochester, with a median home price of $399,005 compared to Rochester’s $210,711.
• Over the prior 0 years, home prices in Atlanta have decreased by 0% compared to a 0% decrease in Rochester.
• Rent in Atlanta is 34.00% more expensive than in Rochester.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Atlanta, GA

1. 1 Virginia-Highland: Walkable, tree-lined streets, numerous dog-friendly patios, and quick access to nearby parks make it easy to live an active life with pets.
2. 2 Old Fourth Ward: Direct access to the BeltLine Eastside Trail and Historic Fourth Ward Park plus many pet-welcoming cafes and apartments create effortless daily outings with dogs.
3. 3 Midtown: Home to Piedmont Park's large off-leash dog park, with wide sidewalks and abundant pet-friendly housing and services for convenient urban pet living.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Rochester and Atlanta

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Rochester to Atlanta. Atlanta gets 32% more sunshine days than Rochester.
• Atlanta has similar humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Rochester.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms in Rochester, but be on the lookout for potential thunderstorms and tornadoes in Atlanta.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Atlanta is 9 degrees warmer than in Rochester.
• The average winter lows are 16 degrees warmer than they are in Rochester.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Atlanta, as Atlanta receives 16 more inches of rain compared to Rochester.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Rochester and Atlanta

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Atlanta tend to earn about 77% more than those in Rochester
• The COLI in Atlanta is 4% lower than what you are used to living in Rochester
• The state income tax in GA is 1 to 5.75 compared to 6.33 to 8.82 in NY
• The affluence in Atlanta is moderate compared to modest in Rochester
• The poverty level is notable in Atlanta compared to visible in Rochester
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Rochester and moderate in Atlanta

Rochester vs. Atlanta Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 41% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Atlanta compared to your Rochester commute. That's 4680 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Atlanta to be worse than it is in Rochester.
• Public transit is less readily available in Atlanta.