Best Arlington to Portland Movers

How Much Do Arlington to Portland Movers Cost?

Moving 1,932 miles from Arlington, TX to Portland, ME 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 Portland that already have a booked job heading from Portland to Arlington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Portland from Arlington entirely empty. If you can find a Portland moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Arlington to Portland moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

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

From these 28 companies, we analyzed a total of 12,080 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 19 state and federal moving licenses from these 28 companies and 145 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~12,000 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 682 Arlington to Portland 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 Arlington to Portland moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.62/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 6,455 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.39/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 2,386 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.87/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 1,172 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.86/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 2,243 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.70/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 749 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.76/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 3,024 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.11/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 3,713 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.39/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 6,449 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.41/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 3,758 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.71/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 697 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.26/10 avg (Arlington & Portland combined) from 3,313 reviews

From Arlington to Portland: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Arlington in Arlington & Old Port in Portland are both known for their bustling waterfront and historic district
• Arlington's Entertainment District neighborhood & Portland's Arts District both share local galleries and live venues
• If you're moving from UTA District, check out Bayside in the Portland area for student housing and mixed-use development
• Do you enjoy East Arlington's waterfront parks and residential streets? You're sure to love East End
• Move from West Arlington to West End and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: historic homes on quiet streets
• North Arlington & Deering Center are both known for their family-oriented suburban feel
• Arlington's Arlington Heights neighborhood & Portland's Back Cove neighborhood both have scenic waterfront and bike path

Arlington vs. Portland: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Arlington to Portland, you will be trading the iconic Tex-Mex of Arlington for the equally delicious Lobster Roll of Portland. And while the locals in Arlington rave about their flavorful Barbecue Brisket and sumptuous Tacos, Portland residents know they have tasty Clam Chowder and Whoopie Pie to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Chili they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Tofu Scramble of Portland. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Arlington eateries like Babe’s Chicken Dinner House, J. Gilligan's Bar and Grill, and Division Brewing. After the boxes are unpacked in Portland, don't wait too long before making your way to Portland's acclaimed eateries like Eventide Oyster Co., Central Provisions, and Fore Street.

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

Discover Portland Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Portland is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Arlington favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Arlington's Prince Lebanese Grill, Fork in the Road, and Hurtado Barbecue, we're sure you'll love Portland's Tiqa, Silly’s, and Salvage BBQ. See our Portland restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Arlington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Arlington's Mariano's Hacienda Ranch, head to Portland's El Rayo Taqueria on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Arlington and Portland

• The Ranch architecture that Arlington is known for will be replaced with the Colonial architecture typical of Portland.
• Compared to Arlington's real estate listings that commonly reference large yards and two-car garages, Portland real estate listings often highlight features like proximity to parks and ocean views.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Portland is more walkable than Arlington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Portland is more bike-friendly than Arlington.
• Portland has more of an urban feel than Arlington.
• Portland housing costs are 71% more expensive than they are in Arlington, with a median home price of $548,318 compared to Arlington’s $320,330.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Portland have increased 64% compared to a 53% increase in Arlington.
• Rent in Portland is 38.68% more expensive than in Arlington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Portland, ME

1. 1 East End (Munjoy Hill): Waterfront green spaces along the Eastern Promenade, easy access to the trail and East End Beach, and plenty of walkable, dog-friendly patios make it ideal for pets.
2. 2 Back Cove: The flat, scenic Back Cove Trail loop and nearby Payson Park provide miles of easy daily walks and open space for active dogs.
3. 3 Deering Center: Quiet, tree-lined streets with quick access to Baxter Woods, Evergreen Cemetery trails, and the Quarry Run Dog Park make this neighborhood great for dogs and their owners.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Arlington and Portland

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Portland tend to earn about 17% more than in Arlington
• The COLI in Portland is 17% higher than what you are used to living in Arlington
• Bummer... By moving from TX to ME, you'll now have a state income tax of 7.15%
• The affluence in Portland is modest compared to moderate affluence in Arlington
• The poverty level is below average in Portland compared to average poverty in Arlington
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Arlington and moderate in Portland