Best Nashville to Arlington Movers

How Much Do Nashville to Arlington Movers Cost?

Moving 688 miles from Nashville, TN to Arlington, TX will typically cost between $2,500 and $5,500 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 Arlington that already have a booked job heading from Arlington to Nashville. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Arlington from Nashville 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 Nashville to Arlington moving option

Hire local Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville, TN to Arlington, TX long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 35 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Nashville and Arlington areas.

From these 35 companies, we analyzed a total of 18,357 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 20 state and federal moving licenses from these 35 companies and 178 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 1,978 Nashville 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 King Moving Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Nashville 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.

8.31/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 9,486 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.05/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 3,431 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.34/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 1,627 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.40/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 3,106 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.00/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 1,004 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.41/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 4,215 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.89/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 5,272 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.05/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 9,458 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.10/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 5,243 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.19/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 1,074 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

7.96/10 avg (Nashville & Arlington combined) from 4,649 reviews

From Nashville to Arlington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• East Nashville in Nashville and Downtown Arlington in Arlington are both known for their artsy district and breweries
• Nashville's 12 South neighborhood and Arlington's Downtown Arlington both share boutique shops and dining
• If you're moving from Germantown, check out Dalworthington Gardens in the Arlington area for the historic homes and large lots
• Do you enjoy Hillsboro Village's college town vibe and eateries? You're sure to love UT Arlington District
• Move from Sylvan Park to South Arlington and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: family-friendly bungalows and parks
• Green Hills and North Arlington (Parks Mall area) are both known for their upscale shopping and dining

Pros and Cons of Moving from Nashville to Arlington

ConsNashville, TN

• Higher cost of living
• More traffic congestion
• Seasonal allergies worse
• Less sports culture

ProsArlington, TX

• More affordable living
• Less traffic
• Milder allergy seasons
• Strong sports culture

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Arlington, TX

• Smaller music scene
• Less historical sites
• Fewer parks
• More limited cuisine

Nashville, TN

• Vibrant music scene
• Rich cultural history
• Lush green spaces
• Diverse dining options

Pros of moving from Nashville to Arlington

• Say goodbye to the higher cost of living and hello to more affordable living
• Look forward to moving away from more traffic congestion and moving to Arlington with less traffic
• Swap the worse seasonal allergies of Nashville for milder allergy seasons in Arlington
• Get ready for a strong sports culture in Arlington

Cons of moving from Nashville to Arlington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the vibrant music scene in Nashville to live with a smaller music scene in Arlington
• You'll lose out on the pro of rich cultural history and have to settle for the con of fewer historical sites
• Time to bid farewell to lush green spaces and get used to fewer parks in Arlington
• Swap diverse dining options for more limited cuisine

Nashville vs. Arlington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Nashville to Arlington, you will be trading the iconic Hot Chicken of Nashville for the equally delicious Texas Brisket of Arlington. And while the locals in Nashville rave about their flavorful BBQ Ribs and sumptuous Nashville-style Hot Chicken Biscuit, Arlington residents know they have tasty Fajitas and Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Cauliflower Wings they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Elote Bowl of Arlington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Nashville eateries like Hattie B's Hot Chicken, Prince's Hot Chicken, and Arnold's Country Kitchen. After the boxes are unpacked in Arlington, don't wait too long before making your way to Arlington's acclaimed eateries like Pappasito's Cantina, Jambo's BBQ Shack, and Tasty China Hut.

When comparing lifestyles, Arlington shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Nashville. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Arlington compared to what you are used to in Nashville. Also, the overall foodie scene is less 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 Nashville favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Husk, Prince's Hot Chicken Shack, and Rolf and Daughters in Nashville, we're sure you'll love Restaurant506, Babe's Chicken Dinner House, and Cane Rosso in Arlington. See our Arlington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Nashville hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at The Catbird Seat, head to Cacharel Restaurant on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Nashville and Arlington

• The Modern and Craftsman architecture that Nashville is known for will be replaced with the Traditional and Ranch architecture typical of Arlington.
• Compared to Nashville's real estate listings that commonly reference open floor plans and granite countertops, Arlington real estate listings often highlight features like spacious backyards and proximity to parks.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Arlington is less walkable than Nashville.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Arlington is more bike-friendly than Nashville.
• Arlington has less of an urban feel than Nashville.
• Arlington housing costs are 27% less expensive than they are in Nashville, with a median home price of $320,330 compared to Nashville’s $439,470.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Arlington have increased by 53% compared to a 51% increase in Nashville.
• Rent in Arlington is 14.10% more affordable than in Nashville.

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 Nashville and Arlington

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Nashville to Arlington. Arlington gets 13% more sunshine days than Nashville.
• Arlington has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Nashville.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and floods in Nashville, 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 7 degrees warmer than in Nashville.
• The average winter lows are 7 degrees warmer in Arlington than they are in Nashville.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Arlington. Arlington receives 8 fewer inches of rain compared to Nashville.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Nashville and Arlington

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Political and Religious Climate in Nashville vs. Arlington

• Nashville tends to lean Democratic in its political climate
• Arlington, on the other hand, is often described as a swing area with tendencies to lean Republican
• Arlington's religious environment can be described as a Christian majority with a strong evangelical presence
• Nashville's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as a Christian majority with diverse religious communities