Best Pasadena to Albuquerque Movers

How Much Do Pasadena to Albuquerque Movers Cost?

Moving 933 miles from Pasadena, TX to Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque that already have a booked job heading from Albuquerque to Pasadena. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Albuquerque from Pasadena entirely empty. If you can find a Albuquerque moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Pasadena to Albuquerque moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 17 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Pasadena and Albuquerque areas.

From these 17 companies, we analyzed a total of 5,099 reviews dating all the way back to September 2010.

We also reviewed a total of 15 state and federal moving licenses from these 17 companies and 90 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~5,000 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 1,763 Pasadena to Albuquerque 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 Pinpoint Movers) vs older more established companies (like Pro-Move Logistics).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.47/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 3,435 reviews

Punctuality

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

7.97/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 1,240 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.68/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 655 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.25/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 1,206 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.21/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 366 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.63/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 1,587 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.95/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 1,773 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.09/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 3,443 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.22/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 1,906 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.67/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 369 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.03/10 avg (Pasadena & Albuquerque combined) from 1,683 reviews

From Pasadena to Albuquerque: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Strawberry Village in Pasadena & NE Heights in Albuquerque are both known for their: suburban ranch-style homes
• Pasadena's Ridgemont Park Estates neighborhood & Albuquerque's NE Heights both share: a planned community with newer builds
• If you're moving from Southmore, check out Nob Hill in the Albuquerque area for the: a walkable area with eateries & local shops
• Do you enjoy Brookshire's affordable suburban sprawl? You're sure to love West Side
• Move from Genoa to North Valley and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: larger lots with green spaces
• Park Place & Uptown are both known for their: an upscale area with retail centers
• Pasadena's Fairmont neighborhood & Albuquerque's Downtown neighborhood both have: historic older homes near the business district

Pros and Cons of Moving from Pasadena to Albuquerque

ConsPasadena, TX

• Higher humidity
• Fewer cultural sites
• Less scenic landscapes
• Lower elevation

ProsAlbuquerque, NM

• Dryer climate
• Rich cultural heritage
• Beautiful natural scenery
• Higher elevation

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Albuquerque, NM

• Higher cost of living
• Isolation from large cities
• Colder winters
• Hotter summers

Pasadena, TX

• Lower cost of living
• Proximity to Houston
• Warmer winters
• Milder summers

Pros of moving from Pasadena to Albuquerque

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to a drier climate
• Look forward to moving away from fewer cultural sites and moving to Albuquerque with a rich cultural heritage
• Swap the less scenic landscapes of Pasadena for beautiful natural scenery in Albuquerque
• Get ready for a higher elevation in Albuquerque

Cons of moving from Pasadena to Albuquerque

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a lower cost of living in Pasadena to live with a higher cost of living in Albuquerque
• You'll lose out on the pro of proximity to Houston and have to settle for the con of isolation from large cities
• Time to bid farewell to warmer winters and get used to colder winters in Albuquerque
• Swap milder summers for hotter summers

Pasadena vs. Albuquerque: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Pasadena to Albuquerque, you will be trading the iconic Texas BBQ of Pasadena for the equally delicious New Mexican chile of Albuquerque. And while the locals in Pasadena rave about their flavorful brisket and sumptuous tacos, Albuquerque residents know they have tasty carne adovada and breakfast burrito to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ jackfruit they've grown to love, they can get ready for the blue corn tacos of Albuquerque. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Pasadena eateries like Burns Original BBQ, The Little Kitchen, and Bonfire Wings. After the boxes are unpacked in Albuquerque, don't wait too long before making your way to Albuquerque's acclaimed eateries like Frontier Restaurant, El Modelo, and Sadie's of New Mexico.

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

Discover Albuquerque Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Albuquerque is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Pasadena favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Little Tokyo, Pappa Yolk's Grill, and Andy's Hawg Wild Bar-B-Que in Pasadena, we're sure you'll love O Ramen and Curry House, Frontier Restaurant, and Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q in Albuquerque. See our Albuquerque restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Pasadena hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Credeur's Cajun Cookin', head to Cajun Kitchen on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Pasadena and Albuquerque

• The Ranch architecture that Pasadena is known for will be replaced with the Pueblo Revival architecture typical of Albuquerque.
• Compared to Pasadena's real estate listings that commonly reference large yards and proximity to schools, Albuquerque's real estate listings often highlight features like views and outdoor living spaces.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Albuquerque is more walkable than Pasadena.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Albuquerque is more bike-friendly than Pasadena.
• Albuquerque has more of an urban feel than Pasadena.
• Albuquerque housing costs are 48% more expensive than they are in Pasadena, with a median home price of $329,055 compared to Pasadena’s $222,701.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Albuquerque have increased by 64% compared to a 44% increase in Pasadena.
• Rent in Albuquerque is 3.58% more affordable than in Pasadena.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Albuquerque, NM

1. Nob Hill : You'll find this area to be perfect for pets with its many dog-friendly cafes, parks, and walking trails.
2. North Valley : Enjoy the ample green space and scenic trails where you can walk your dog or take them for a run alongside the Rio Grande.
3. Rio Rancho : Known for its spacious backyards and nearby pet parks, this neighborhood offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun with your pet.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Pasadena and Albuquerque

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Pasadena to Albuquerque. Albuquerque gets 37% more sunshine days than Pasadena.
• Albuquerque has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Pasadena.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and floods in Pasadena, but be on the lookout for potential wildfires and flooding in Albuquerque.
• The average summer high temperature in Albuquerque is 3 degrees warmer than in Pasadena.
• The average winter lows are 17 degrees colder than they are in Pasadena.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Albuquerque as it receives 41 fewer inches of rain compared to Pasadena.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Pasadena and Albuquerque

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Albuquerque tend to earn about 4% less than in Pasadena
• The COLI in Albuquerque is 6% higher than what you are used to living in Pasadena
• Bummer... By moving from TX to NM, you'll now have a state income tax of 4.9%
• The affluence in Albuquerque is moderately high compared to moderate affluence in Pasadena
• The poverty level is significant in Albuquerque compared to noticeable poverty in Pasadena
• In terms of homelessness, it is a concern in Pasadena and an increasing concern in Albuquerque

Political and Religious Climate in Pasadena vs. Albuquerque

• Pasadena tends to lean conservative in its political climate
• Albuquerque, on the other hand, is often described as liberal
• Albuquerque's religious environment can be described as diverse and includes significant Catholic and Protestant populations
• Pasadena's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as diverse with a strong Christian presence

Pasadena vs. Albuquerque Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 17% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Albuquerque compared to your daily drive in Pasadena. That's an annual savings of 2,600 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in Albuquerque to be better than it is in Pasadena.
• Public transit is more readily available in Albuquerque.