Best Portland to Mckinney Movers

How Much Do Portland to Mckinney Movers Cost?

Moving 2,134 miles from Portland, OR to Mckinney, TX will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,500 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 Mckinney that already have a booked job heading from Mckinney to Portland. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Mckinney from Portland entirely empty. If you can find a Mckinney moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Portland to Mckinney moving option

Hire local Portland 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 Mckinney movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Portland to Mckinney 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 Portland to Mckinney 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 Portland, OR to Mckinney, TX long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 30 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Portland and Mckinney areas.

From these 30 companies, we analyzed a total of 18,934 reviews dating all the way back to July 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 31 state and federal moving licenses from these 30 companies and 167 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~18,000 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 5,375 Portland to Mckinney 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 Comfortable Moving) 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 Portland to Mckinney moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

9.06/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 10,974 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.79/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 3,754 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.39/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 1,658 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.35/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 3,630 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.05/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 880 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.20/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 5,129 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.43/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 6,290 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.90/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 10,781 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.97/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 6,013 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.30/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 840 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.96/10 avg (Portland & Mckinney combined) from 5,294 reviews

From Portland to Mckinney: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Pearl District in Portland & Downtown McKinney in McKinney are both known for their local eateries & bustling nightlife
• Portland's Alberta Arts District neighborhood & McKinney's Downtown McKinney both share community events & galleries
• If you're moving from Woodstock, check out Craig Ranch in the McKinney area for family-friendly suburban living with parks & trails
• Do you enjoy Sellwood-Moreland's riverside parks & trails? You're sure to love Paloma Creek
• Move from Laurelhurst to Stonebridge Ranch and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: upscale neighborhoods with golf courses & top schools

Pros and Cons of Moving from Portland to Mckinney

ConsPortland, OR

• Higher rainfalls
• Higher cost of living
• Lesser job growth
• Cooler summers

ProsMckinney, TX

• Sunnier days
• More affordable
• Booming job market
• Warmer summers

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Mckinney, TX

• Smaller art community
• Less greenery
• Car dependency
• Fewer eco-initiatives

Portland, OR

• Vibrant art scene
• Lush green landscapes
• Robust public transport
• Eco-friendly policies

Pros of moving from Portland to Mckinney

• Say goodbye to higher rainfalls and hello to sunnier days
• Look forward to moving away from a higher cost of living and moving to McKinney with more affordability
• Swap the lesser job growth of Portland for a booming job market in McKinney
• Get ready for warmer summers in McKinney

Cons of moving from Portland to Mckinney

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a vibrant art scene in Portland to live with a smaller art community in McKinney
• You'll lose out on the pro of lush green landscapes and have to settle for the con of less greenery
• Time to bid farewell to robust public transport and get used to car dependency in McKinney
• Swap eco-friendly policies for fewer eco-initiatives

Portland vs. Mckinney: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Portland to McKinney, you will be trading the iconic Dungeness Crab of Portland for the equally delicious Brisket of McKinney. And while the locals in Portland rave about their flavorful Pork Belly and sumptuous Voodoo Doughnut, McKinney residents know they have tasty Chicken Fried Steak and Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tempeh Bowl they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ Jackfruit of McKinney. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Portland eateries like Pok Pok, Le Pigeon, and Screen Door. After the boxes are unpacked in McKinney, don't wait too long before making your way to McKinney's acclaimed eateries like Hutchins BBQ, Local Yocal, and Harvest.

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

Discover Mckinney Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to McKinney is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Portland favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Le Pigeon, Pok Pok, and Screen Door in Portland, we're sure you'll love Harvest Seasonal Kitchen, Mamak Malaysian Street Food, and Louisiana St. Grill in McKinney. See our McKinney restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Portland hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Tasty n Alder, head to Patina Green Home and Market on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Portland and Mckinney

• The Modern and Craftsman architecture that Portland is known for will be replaced with the Traditional and Modern Farmhouse architecture typical of McKinney.
• Compared to Portland's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to parks and green spaces and eco-friendly features, McKinney real estate listings often highlight features like community amenities and spacious lots.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away because McKinney is less walkable than Portland.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike because McKinney is less bike-friendly than Portland.
• McKinney has less of an urban feel than Portland.
• McKinney housing costs are 2% less expensive than they are in Portland, with a median home price of $528,237 compared to Portland’s $539,524.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in McKinney have increased by 59% compared to a 19% increase in Portland.
• Rent in McKinney is 4.70% more expensive than in Portland.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Mckinney, TX

1. Stonebridge Ranch : With its extensive trails and open spaces, you and your pet will enjoy plenty of outdoor adventures.
2. Craig Ranch : This neighborhood offers well-maintained parks and designated pet areas, making pet exercise a breeze.
3. Eldorado Heights : You’ll find this area friendly and welcoming, with many pet-friendly amenities and spaces to enjoy.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Portland and Mckinney

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Portland to McKinney. McKinney gets 61% more sunshine days than Portland.
• McKinney has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Portland.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes and floods in Portland, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and hail in McKinney.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in McKinney is 14 degrees warmer than in Portland.
• The average winter lows are 1 degree warmer than they are in Portland.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in McKinney. McKinney receives 5 more inches of rain compared to Portland.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Portland and Mckinney

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in McKinney tend to earn about 24% more than in Portland
• The COLI in McKinney is 18% lower than what you are used to living in Portland
• Hooray, moving to TX means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in McKinney is high compared to moderate in Portland
• The poverty level is low in McKinney compared to moderate in Portland
• In terms of homelessness, it is high in Portland and low in McKinney

Political and Religious Climate in Portland vs. Mckinney

• Portland tends to lean Liberal in its political climate
• McKinney, on the other hand, is often described as conservative
• McKinney's religious environment can be described as having a higher rate of religious affiliation
• Portland's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as being less religiously affiliated

Portland vs. Mckinney Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 12% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in McKinney compared to your Portland commute. That's 1560 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in McKinney to be better than it is in Portland.
• Public transit is less readily available in McKinney.