Best Knoxville to Arlington Movers

How Much Do Knoxville to Arlington Movers Cost?

Moving 867 miles from Knoxville, TN to Arlington, TX will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,000 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 Arlington that already have a booked job heading from Arlington to Knoxville. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Arlington from Knoxville entirely empty. If you can find a Arlington moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Knoxville to Arlington 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 Arlington movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Knoxville to Arlington 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 Arlington 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 Arlington, TX long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

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

From these 30 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,152 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 20 state and federal moving licenses from these 30 companies and 152 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 1,593 Knoxville to Arlington 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 Phoenix Express Specialty Moving & Delivery) 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 Arlington moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.48/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 6,633 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.05/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 2,384 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.80/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 1,170 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.35/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 2,218 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.35/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 756 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.60/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 3,094 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.08/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 3,793 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.18/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 6,622 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.35/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 3,854 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.48/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 751 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.09/10 avg (Knoxville & Arlington combined) from 3,348 reviews

From Knoxville to Arlington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Sequoyah Hills in Knoxville & Viridian in Arlington are both known for their: affluent planned community with green spaces
• Knoxville's Bearden neighborhood & Arlington's South Arlington both share:
• If you're moving from Farragut, check out Dalworthington Gardens in the Arlington area for the: suburban enclave with top schools
• Do you enjoy Northshore's retail hubs with family neighborhoods? You're sure to love North Arlington
• Move from Old North Knoxville to Downtown Arlington and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: historic and walkable urban core
• West Hills & Pantego are both known for their: quiet established residential area
• Knoxville's South Knoxville neighborhood & Arlington's Lincoln Square neighborhood both have: artsy district with local venues
• If you're moving from Cumberland Estates, look into Meadowbrook for the: mid-century suburban homes
• Do you cherish living in Fountain City's lakeside lifestyle with outdoor trails? Move into Viridian for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Knoxville to Arlington

ConsKnoxville, TN

• Smaller city vibe
• Lesser job opportunities
• Higher humidity
• Limited entertainment
• Less diverse cuisine

ProsArlington, TX

• Larger metro area
• More job prospects
• Less humid climate
• Rich entertainment options
• More food variety

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Arlington, TX

• Busy city life
• Less community feel
• Fewer green spaces
• Fewer local events
• Higher traffic volumes

Knoxville, TN

• Friendly communities
• Close-knit neighborhoods
• Nature and parks
• Local festivals
• Lower traffic

Pros of moving from Knoxville to Arlington

• Say goodbye to smaller city vibe and hello to larger metro area
• Look forward to moving away from lesser job opportunities and moving to Arlington with more job prospects
• Swap the higher humidity of Knoxville for a less humid climate in Arlington
• Get ready for rich entertainment options in Arlington

Cons of moving from Knoxville to Arlington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from friendly communities in Knoxville to live with a busy city life in Arlington
• You'll lose out on the pro of close-knit neighborhoods and have to settle for the con of a less community feel
• Time to bid farewell to nature and parks and get used to fewer green spaces in Arlington
• Swap local festivals for fewer local events

Knoxville vs. Arlington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Knoxville to Arlington, you will be trading the iconic Biscuits and Gravy of Knoxville for the equally delicious Texas Barbecue Brisket of Arlington. And while the locals in Knoxville rave about their flavorful Southern Fried Chicken and sumptuous Gourmet Hot Dogs, Arlington residents know they have tasty Steak and Taco Trucks Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Tex-Mex Quinoa Salad of Arlington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Knoxville eateries like Ye Olde Steakhouse, The Tomato Head, and Litton's Market and Restaurant. After the boxes are unpacked in Arlington, don't wait too long before making your way to Arlington's acclaimed eateries like Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Bodacious Bar-B-Q, and Pappasito's Cantina.

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

Discover Arlington Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Arlington 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 The Barn, Stock & Barrel, and Calhoun's on the River in Knoxville, we're sure you'll love The Melting Pot, Twisted Root Burger Co., and J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill in Arlington. See our Arlington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Knoxville hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at OliBea, head to Cane Rosso on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Knoxville and Arlington

• The Craftsman and Colonial architecture that Knoxville is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Colonial architecture typical of Arlington.
• Compared to Knoxville's real estate listings that commonly reference hardwood floors and big yards, Arlington's real estate listings often highlight features like open floor plans and community pools.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Arlington is less walkable than Knoxville.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike since Arlington is more bike-friendly than Knoxville.
• Arlington has more of an urban feel than Knoxville.
• Arlington housing costs are 9% less expensive than they are in Knoxville, with a median home price of $320,330 compared to Knoxville’s $350,151.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Arlington have increased 53% compared to an 89% increase in Knoxville.
• Rent in Arlington is 8.11% more affordable than in Knoxville.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Arlington, TX

1. 1 Viridian: Master-planned community with extensive lakes, greenbelts, and miles of connected trails plus quick access to River Legacy Park, making daily dog walks easy.
2. 2 Fannin Farm: Wide sidewalks and direct links to Rush Creek's linear park, with the Rush Creek Dog Park just minutes away for off-leash time.
3. 3 Woodland West: Adjacent to Veterans Park's expansive grounds and multiuse trails, with shady, walkable streets that are great for pets.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Knoxville to Arlington. Arlington gets 15% more sunshine days than Knoxville.
• Arlington has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Knoxville.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and floods in Knoxville, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and hailstorms in Arlington.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Arlington is 10 degrees warmer than in Knoxville.
• The average winter lows are 9 degrees warmer than they are in Knoxville.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Arlington. Arlington receives 11 fewer inches of rain compared to Knoxville.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Knoxville and Arlington

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Political and Religious Climate in Knoxville vs. Arlington

• Knoxville tends to lean Conservative in its political climate
• Arlington, on the other hand, is often described as lean Conservative
• Arlington's religious environment can be described as Christianity dominant
• Knoxville's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christianity dominant

Knoxville vs. Arlington Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 29% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Arlington compared to your Knoxville commute. That's 3,120 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Arlington to be worse than it is in Knoxville.
• Public transit is less readily available in Arlington.