Best Knoxville to Durham Movers

How Much Do Knoxville to Durham Movers Cost?

Moving 339 miles from Knoxville, TN to Durham, 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 Durham that already have a booked job heading from Durham to Knoxville. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Durham from Knoxville entirely empty. If you can find a Durham moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Knoxville to Durham moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 28 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Knoxville and Durham areas.

From these 28 companies, we analyzed a total of 8,359 reviews dating all the way back to November 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 14 state and federal moving licenses from these 28 companies and 133 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~8,000 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 3,375 Knoxville to Durham 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 Gouffon Moving & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

9.00/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 5,357 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.58/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 1,742 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.51/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 929 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.03/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 1,807 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.36/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 621 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.05/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 2,077 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.35/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 3,174 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.78/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 5,412 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.92/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 3,446 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.05/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 457 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.69/10 avg (Knoxville & Durham combined) from 2,825 reviews

From Knoxville to Durham: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Sequoyah Hills in Knoxville & Forest Hills in Durham are both known for their: historic riverfront area with scenic homes
• Knoxville's Old North Knoxville neighborhood & Durham's Old West Durham both share: Victorian-era historic district feel
• If you're moving from Bearden, check out Watts-Hillandale in the Durham area for the: mid-century residential near shopping hubs
• Do you enjoy West Hills' established upscale neighborhood with a golf course? You're sure to love Hope Valley
• Move from Fountain City to Trinity Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: family-friendly area near parks and lakes
• Fourth & Gill & Trinity Park are both known for their: historic homes near university campus
• Knoxville's Downtown Knoxville neighborhood & Durham's Downtown Durham neighborhood both have: revitalized urban core with nightlife
• If you're moving from South Knoxville, look into Downtown Durham for the: local breweries and live music scene

Pros and Cons of Moving from Knoxville to Durham

ConsKnoxville, TN

• Smaller Tech Hub
• Less Diverse Cuisine
• Lower Job Growth
• Less Cultural Events

ProsDurham, NC

• Larger Tech Industry
• Greater Food Variety
• Higher Job Opportunities
• More Cultural Activities

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Durham, NC

• Higher Living Costs
• Fewer Green Areas
• Less Familiar Faces
• Heavier Traffic

Knoxville, TN

• Lower Cost of Living
• More Outdoor Spaces
• Friendly Community
• Easier Traffic

Pros of moving from Knoxville to Durham

• Say goodbye to smaller Tech Hub and hello to larger Tech Industry
• Look forward to moving away from less Diverse Cuisine and moving to Durham with greater Food Variety
• Swap the lower Job Growth of Knoxville for higher Job Opportunities in Durham
• Get ready for more Cultural Activities in Durham

Cons of moving from Knoxville to Durham

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from lower Cost of Living in Knoxville to live with higher Living Costs in Durham
• You'll lose out on the pro of more Outdoor Spaces and have to settle for the con of fewer Green Areas
• Time to bid farewell to a friendly Community and get used to less Familiar Faces in Durham
• Swap easier Traffic for heavier Traffic

Knoxville vs. Durham: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Knoxville to Durham, you will be trading the iconic Biscuits and Gravy of Knoxville for the equally delicious Carolina BBQ of Durham. And while the locals in Knoxville rave about their flavorful Pulled Pork Sandwich and sumptuous Gourmet Hot Dogs, Durham residents know they have tasty Fried Chicken and Food Truck Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Soul Food they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan BBQ of Durham. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Knoxville eateries like Restaurant 1, Restaurant 2, and Restaurant 3. After the boxes are unpacked in Durham, don't wait too long before making your way to Durham's acclaimed eateries like Restaurant A, Restaurant B, and Restaurant C.

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

Discover Durham Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Durham is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Knoxville favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Emilia, Stock & Barrel, and A Dopo Sourdough Pizza in Knoxville, we're sure you'll love Mateo Bar de Tapas, Bull City Burger and Brewery, and Pizzeria Toro in Durham. See our Durham restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Knoxville hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Knox Mason, head to The Saltbox Seafood Joint on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Knoxville and Durham

• The Victorian and Craftsman architecture that Knoxville is known for will be replaced with the Colonial Revival and Contemporary architecture typical of Durham.
• Compared to Knoxville's real estate listings that commonly reference hardwood floors and open floor plans, Durham real estate listings often highlight features like energy efficiency and granite countertops.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Durham is more walkable than Knoxville.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Durham is more bike-friendly than Knoxville.
• Durham has more of an urban feel than Knoxville.
• Durham housing costs are 16% more expensive than they are in Knoxville, with a median home price of $404,856 compared to Knoxville’s $350,151.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Durham have increased by 64% compared to an 89% increase in Knoxville.
• Rent in Durham is 2.89% more affordable than in Knoxville.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Durham, NC

1. Trinity Park : You'll love the abundance of leafy streets and spacious sidewalks, making it perfect for scenic dog walks.
2. Old West Durham : This neighborhood offers numerous parks and outdoor spaces where you and your pets can enjoy playtime.
3. Southpoint : With its proximity to the American Tobacco Trail, you have easy access to miles of pet-friendly trails for walking and jogging.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Knoxville to Durham. Durham gets 4% more sunshine days than Knoxville.
• Durham has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Knoxville.
• Say goodbye to the possible thunderstorms and tornadoes in Knoxville, but be on the lookout for potential thunderstorms and hurricanes in Durham.
• The average summer high temperature in Durham is 1 degree warmer than in Knoxville.
• The average winter lows are 2 degrees warmer than they are in Knoxville.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Durham, as it receives 4 fewer inches of rain compared to Knoxville.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Knoxville and Durham

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Durham tend to earn about 56% more than those in Knoxville
• The COLI in Durham will be 8% higher than what you are used to living in Knoxville
• The state income tax in NC is 5.25% (flat rate) compared to 1% (hall tax, only on interest and dividends) in TN
• The affluence in Durham is high compared to moderate affluence in Knoxville
• The poverty level is moderate in Durham compared to noticeable poverty in Knoxville
• In terms of homelessness, it is existing in Knoxville and lower in Durham

Political and Religious Climate in Knoxville vs. Durham

• Knoxville tends to lean moderately Conservative in its political climate
• Durham, on the other hand, is often described as Liberal/Progressive
• Durham's religious environment can be described as a diverse religious landscape, with Christianity being the major faith but with a growing number of non-Christian faith communities
• Knoxville's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christianity dominant, with a significant presence of Baptist and Methodist communities

Knoxville vs. Durham Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 10% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Durham compared to your Knoxville commute. That's 1,040 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Durham to be better than it is in Knoxville.
• Public transit is more readily available in Durham.