Best Salem to St. Petersburg Movers

How Much Do Salem to St. Petersburg Movers Cost?

Moving 3,163 miles from Salem, OR to St. Petersburg, FL will typically cost between $4,500 and $11,000 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 St. Petersburg that already have a booked job heading from St. Petersburg to Salem. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to St. Petersburg from Salem entirely empty. If you can find a St. Petersburg moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Salem to St. Petersburg moving option

Hire local Salem 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 St. Petersburg movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Salem to St. Petersburg 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 Salem to St. Petersburg 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 Salem, OR to St. Petersburg, FL long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Salem to St. Petersburg moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 27 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Salem and St. Petersburg areas.

From these 27 companies, we analyzed a total of 11,045 reviews dating all the way back to October 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 22 state and federal moving licenses from these 27 companies and 148 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~11,000 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 0 Salem to St. Petersburg 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 123 Moving Florida LLC) vs older more established companies (like All Service Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.95/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 6,193 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.62/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 2,034 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.80/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 912 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.07/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 2,150 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.48/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 619 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.05/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 2,610 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.40/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 3,731 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.74/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 6,236 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.86/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 3,684 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.59/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 581 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.50/10 avg (Salem & St. Petersburg combined) from 2,985 reviews

From Salem to St. Petersburg: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Salem in Salem & Historic Old Northeast in St. Petersburg are both known for their walkable historic core with tree-lined streets
• Salem's West Salem neighborhood & St. Petersburg's East Lakewood both share a suburban area with affordable single-family homes
• If you're moving from South Salem, check out Crescent Lake in the St. Petersburg area for the family-friendly setting with lakefront parks
• Do you enjoy Hayesville's modest mid-century homes near local shops? You're sure to love Jungle Terrace
• Move from Sunnyslope to Kenwood and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: artsy neighborhoods with craftsman bungalows
• Northeast Salem & Historic Old Northeast are both known for their historic residences close to downtown
• Salem's Morningside neighborhood & St. Petersburg's East Lakewood neighborhood both have established neighborhoods with schools and green spaces

Discover St. Petersburg Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to St. Petersburg is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Salem favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved The Kitchen on Court Street, Wild Pear, and Word of Mouth Bistro in Salem, we're sure you'll love The Birchwood, Parkshore Grill, and Trip's Diner in St. Petersburg. See our St. Petersburg restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Salem hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at DaVinci Ristorante, head to Gratzzi Italian Grille on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Salem and St. Petersburg

• The Victorian and Craftsman architecture that Salem is known for will be replaced with the Spanish and Mediterranean architecture typical of St. Petersburg.
• Compared to Salem's real estate listings, which commonly reference large yards and proximity to nature, St. Petersburg real estate listings often highlight features like waterfront views and access to amenities.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; St. Petersburg is more walkable than Salem.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; St. Petersburg is less bike-friendly than Salem.
• St. Petersburg has more of an urban feel than Salem.
• St. Petersburg housing costs are 11% less expensive than they are in Salem, with a median home price of $381,107 compared to Salem’s $427,534.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in St. Petersburg have increased by 76% compared to a 44% increase in Salem.
• Rent in St. Petersburg is 29.39% more expensive than in Salem.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in St. Petersburg, FL

1. 1 Historic Old Northeast: Shady, sidewalk-lined streets and immediate access to North Shore and Vinoy Parks along the waterfront make daily dog walks and playtime easy, with many nearby pet-friendly patios.
2. 2 Crescent Lake: Centered around Crescent Lake Park's popular fenced dog area and a paved 1.1-mile loop, the neighborhood offers easy strolls and ample green space for pups.
3. 3 Historic Kenwood: A walkable bungalow district near the Grand Central corridor, it has tree-lined streets, a neighborhood park, and quick access to The Dog Bar and numerous pet-friendly cafes and breweries.