Best Providence to Greensboro Movers

How Much Do Providence to Greensboro Movers Cost?

Moving 722 miles from Providence, RI to Greensboro, NC will typically cost between $2,000 and $5,000 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 Greensboro that already have a booked job heading from Greensboro to Providence. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Greensboro from Providence entirely empty. If you can find a Greensboro moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Providence to Greensboro moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 44 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Providence and Greensboro areas.

From these 44 companies, we analyzed a total of 18,549 reviews dating all the way back to September 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 34 state and federal moving licenses from these 44 companies and 237 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 3,974 Providence to Greensboro 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 Stairhopper Movers).

Hire Trusted Movers

The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Providence to Greensboro 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 (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 11,508 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.54/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 4,416 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.22/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 2,954 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.96/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 4,385 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.98/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 1,736 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.87/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 5,413 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.25/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 6,359 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.54/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 11,407 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.74/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 6,736 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.02/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 1,034 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.48/10 avg (Providence & Greensboro combined) from 6,131 reviews

From Providence to Greensboro: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Federal Hill in Providence & Downtown Greensboro in Greensboro are both known for their local eateries & bustling nightlife
• Providence's College Hill neighborhood & Greensboro's College Hill both share a historic district & academic vibe
• If you're moving from Wayland, check out Lindley Park in the Greensboro area for walkable shops & cozy cafes
• Do you enjoy Elmhurst's suburban estates & mature trees? You're sure to love Irving Park
• Move from Blackstone to Fisher Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: historic homes & neighborhood parks
• West End & Southside are both known for their artsy vibe & local breweries
• Providence's Mount Pleasant neighborhood & Greensboro's Lake Jeanette neighborhood both have family-friendly atmospheres & lake access
• If you're moving from Mount Hope, look into Golden Gate for a diverse community & affordable housing
• Do you cherish living in Downtown Providence's business district & cultural venues? Move into Downtown Greensboro for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Providence to Greensboro

ConsProvidence, RI

• Higher living costs
• Colder winters
• Smaller city feel
• Less green spaces

ProsGreensboro, NC

• Lower living costs
• Milder winters
• Larger city feel
• More parks and gardens

---

Greensboro, NC

• Less cultural variety
• Fewer historic sites
• No ocean access
• Fewer universities

Providence, RI

• Cultural activities
• Historic sites
• Easy ocean access
• Excellent universities

Pros of moving from Providence to Greensboro

• Say goodbye to higher living costs and hello to lower living costs
• Look forward to moving away from colder winters and moving to Greensboro with milder winters
• Swap the smaller city feel of Providence for the larger city feel in Greensboro
• Get ready for more parks and gardens in Greensboro

Cons of moving from Providence to Greensboro

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from cultural activities in Providence to live with less cultural variety in Greensboro
• You'll lose out on the pro of historic sites and have to settle for the con of fewer historic sites
• Time to bid farewell to easy ocean access and get used to no ocean access in Greensboro
• Swap excellent universities for fewer universities

Providence vs. Greensboro: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Providence to Greensboro, you will be trading the iconic Stuffies (Stuffed Clams) of Providence for the equally delicious Pulled Pork BBQ of Greensboro. And while the locals in Providence rave about their flavorful Italian sausage and sumptuous Grinders, Greensboro residents know they have tasty Eastern NC BBQ and Hot Dogs to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Seitan sandwiches they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ tofu of Greensboro. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Providence eateries like Al Forno, Ken's Ramen, and Chez Pascal. After the boxes are unpacked in Greensboro, don't wait too long before making your way to Greensboro's acclaimed eateries like Stamey's, Hops Burger Bar, and Scrambled Southern Diner.

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

Discover Greensboro Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Greensboro is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Providence favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Oberlin, Gracie's, and Hemenway's Restaurant in Providence, we're sure you'll love Rhino Market & Deli, Print Works Bistro, and Harper's Restaurant in Greensboro. See our Greensboro restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Providence hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Al Forno, head to Giovanni's Italian Restaurant on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Providence and Greensboro

• The Colonial and Victorian architecture that Providence is known for will be replaced with the Colonial Revival and Ranch architecture typical of Greensboro.
• Compared to Providence's real estate listings that commonly reference historic districts and waterfront views, Greensboro real estate listings often highlight features like parks and family-friendly neighborhoods.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Greensboro is less walkable than Providence.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike since Greensboro is less bike-friendly than Providence.
• Greensboro has less of an urban feel compared to Providence.
• Greensboro housing costs are 33% less expensive than they are in Providence, with a median home price of $255,891 compared to Providence’s $382,032.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Greensboro have increased by 60% compared to a 62% increase in Providence.
• Rent in Greensboro is 30.73% more affordable than in Providence.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Greensboro, NC

1. 1 Lindley Park: Next to the Greensboro Arboretum and Lindley Park, with shady sidewalks, greenway access, and plenty of dog-friendly patios along Walker Avenue.
2. 2 Fisher Park: Centered on a spacious, tree-filled park with continuous sidewalks and easy walks to downtown green spaces and pet-friendly cafes.
3. 3 Hamilton Lakes: Miles of wooded trails and lakeside paths in Hamilton Lakes Park plus quiet, low-traffic streets make daily dog walks easy.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Providence and Greensboro

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Providence to Greensboro. Greensboro gets 5% more sunshine days than Providence.
• Greensboro has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Providence.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and nor'easters in Providence, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and thunderstorms in Greensboro.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Greensboro is 6 degrees warmer than in Providence.
• The average winter lows are 10 degrees warmer than they are in Providence.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Greensboro, as Greensboro receives 4 fewer inches of rain compared to Providence.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Providence and Greensboro

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Greensboro tend to earn about 15% less than those in Providence
• The COLI in Greensboro is 22% lower than what you are used to living in Providence
• The state income tax in NC is a flat 5.25 compared to 3.75 to 5.99 in RI
• The affluence in Greensboro is lower moderate compared to moderate in Providence
• The poverty level is moderate in Greensboro compared to higher in Providence
• In terms of homelessness, it is noticeable in Providence and lesser in Greensboro

Providence vs. Greensboro Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 12% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Greensboro compared to your daily drive in Providence. That's an annual savings of 1560 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in Greensboro to be better than it is in Providence.
• Public transit is less readily available in Greensboro.