Best Arlington to Winston Salem Movers

How Much Do Arlington to Winston Salem Movers Cost?

Moving 1,136 miles from Arlington, TX to Winston Salem, NC will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 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 Winston Salem that already have a booked job heading from Winston Salem to Arlington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Winston Salem from Arlington entirely empty. If you can find a Winston Salem moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 26 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Arlington and Winston Salem areas.

From these 26 companies, we analyzed a total of 12,321 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 22 state and federal moving licenses from these 26 companies and 146 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 891 Arlington to Winston Salem 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 Winston Salem moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.44/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 6,739 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.26/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 2,420 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.79/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 1,213 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.60/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 2,288 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.47/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 731 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.66/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 3,121 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.00/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 3,850 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.17/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 6,670 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.26/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 3,929 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.55/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 722 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.09/10 avg (Arlington & Winston Salem combined) from 3,436 reviews

From Arlington to Winston Salem: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Arlington in Arlington & Downtown Winston-Salem in Winston-Salem are both known for their urban core with restaurants & nightlife
• Arlington's North Arlington neighborhood & Winston-Salem's Sherwood Forest both share leafy mid-century suburban homes
• If you're moving from South Arlington, check out Ardmore in the Winston-Salem area for the diverse, affordable older homes
• Do you enjoy East Arlington's industrial-adjacent affordable housing? You're sure to love East Winston
• Move from West Arlington to Castleview and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: planned mid-range suburban community
• UTA Area & Friendly Area are both known for their campus-adjacent student rental housing
• Arlington's Viridian neighborhood & Winston-Salem's South Fork neighborhood both have master-planned modern subdivisions
• If you're moving from Meadowbrook, look into Parkland for the established 1950s ranch homes and mature trees

Pros and Cons of Moving from Arlington to Winston Salem

ConsArlington, TX

• Hot summers
• Less green space
• Higher crime rate
• Less cultural events
• Higher living costs

ProsWinston Salem, NC

• Milder climate
• More parks
• Lower crime rate
• Rich in culture
• More affordable

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Winston Salem, NC

• Smaller city feel
• Fewer major leagues
• Smaller job market
• Less diverse cuisine
• Less direct flights

Arlington, TX

• Vibrant city life
• Major sports events
• Better job opportunities
• More dining options
• Easier airport access

Pros of moving from Arlington to Winston Salem

• Say goodbye to hot summers and hello to a milder climate
• Look forward to moving away from less green space and moving to Winston-Salem with more parks
• Swap the higher crime rate of Arlington for a lower crime rate in Winston-Salem
• Get ready for a rich culture in Winston-Salem

Cons of moving from Arlington to Winston Salem

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from vibrant city life in Arlington to live with a smaller city feel in Winston-Salem
• You'll lose out on the pro of major sports events and have to settle for the con of fewer major leagues
• Time to bid farewell to better job opportunities and get used to a smaller job market in Winston-Salem
• Swap more dining options for less diverse cuisine

Arlington vs. Winston Salem: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Arlington to Winston-Salem, you will be trading the iconic Texas BBQ of Arlington for the equally delicious Moravian Cookies of Winston-Salem. And while the locals in Arlington rave about their flavorful Brisket and sumptuous Tacos, Winston-Salem residents know they have tasty Pulled Pork and Hot Dogs to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tex-Mex Vegan Bowl they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan BBQ Sandwich of Winston-Salem. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Arlington eateries like Lockhart Smokehouse, J. Gilligan's Bar and Grill, and Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen. After the boxes are unpacked in Winston-Salem, don't wait too long before making your way to Winston-Salem's acclaimed eateries like The Tavern in Old Salem, Milner's American Southern, and Sweet Potatoes.

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

Discover Winston Salem Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Winston-Salem 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 Mercury Chophouse, Babe's Chicken Dinner House, and Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen in Arlington, we're sure you'll love Ryan's Restaurant, which offers a similar upscale steak dining experience, Sweet Potatoes, known for comfort food and Southern flavors, and King's Crab Shack and Oyster Bar, which provides casual seafood with a lively atmosphere in Winston-Salem. See our Winston-Salem restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Arlington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Fork in the Road, head to The Porch Kitchen and Cantina, which offers a diverse menu with a casual vibe on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Arlington and Winston Salem

• The Ranch and Modern architecture that Arlington is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Traditional architecture typical of Winston-Salem.
• Compared to Arlington's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and proximity to sports venues, Winston-Salem real estate listings often highlight features like historic neighborhoods and nearby parks.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Winston-Salem is more walkable than Arlington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Winston-Salem is more bike-friendly than Arlington.
• Winston-Salem has less of an urban feel than Arlington.
• Winston-Salem housing costs are 21% less expensive than they are in Arlington, with a median home price of $252,763 compared to Arlington’s $320,330.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Winston-Salem have increased by 64%, compared to a 53% increase in Arlington.
• Rent in Winston-Salem is 7.53% more affordable than in Arlington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Winston Salem, NC

1. 1 Ardmore: Shaded, sidewalk-lined streets and proximity to Miller Park, plus numerous pet-friendly patios and services, make daily walks and meetups easy.
2. 2 West End: Walkable historic blocks near Hanes Park and greenway connections, with many pet-welcoming cafes and rentals.
3. 3 Washington Park: Direct access to the Salem Creek Greenway and the Washington Park Dog Park provides ample off-leash and on-leash options close to home.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Arlington and Winston Salem

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Arlington to Winston-Salem. Winston-Salem gets 9% fewer sunshine days than Arlington.
• Winston-Salem has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Arlington.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and hail in Arlington, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and ice storms in Winston-Salem.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Winston-Salem is 7 degrees colder than in Arlington.
• The average winter lows are 5 degrees colder than they are in Arlington.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Winston-Salem. Winston-Salem receives 6 more inches of rain compared to Arlington.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Arlington and Winston Salem

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Winston-Salem tend to earn about 9% less than in Arlington
• The COLI in Winston-Salem will be 7% lower than what you are used to living in Arlington
• Bummer... By moving from TX to NC, you'll now have a state income tax of 5.25%
• The affluence in Winston-Salem is emerging compared to moderate affluence in Arlington
• The poverty level is high in Winston-Salem compared to moderate poverty in Arlington
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Arlington and moderate in Winston-Salem

Political and Religious Climate in Arlington vs. Winston Salem

• Arlington tends to lean Conservative in its political climate
• Winston-Salem, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Liberal
• Winston-Salem's religious environment can be described as predominantly Christianity, with a significant non-affiliated population
• Arlington's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as predominantly Christianity, followed by non-affiliated and others