Best Arlington to Oklahoma City Movers

How Much Do Arlington to Oklahoma City Movers Cost?

Moving 215 miles from Arlington, TX to Oklahoma City, OK will typically cost between $2,000 and $4,500 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 Oklahoma City that already have a booked job heading from Oklahoma City to Arlington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Oklahoma City from Arlington entirely empty. If you can find a Oklahoma City moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 27 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Arlington and Oklahoma City areas.

From these 27 companies, we analyzed a total of 12,867 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 23 state and federal moving licenses from these 27 companies and 142 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 1,238 Arlington to Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.61/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 6,841 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.20/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 2,415 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.78/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 1,234 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.77/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 2,246 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.41/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 776 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.69/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 3,157 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.14/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 3,793 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.32/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 6,787 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.42/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 3,865 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.60/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 762 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.22/10 avg (Arlington & Oklahoma City combined) from 3,445 reviews

From Arlington to Oklahoma City: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Arlington in Arlington & Midtown in Oklahoma City are both known for their walkable areas with restaurants and bars
• Arlington's Viridian neighborhood & Oklahoma City's The Village both share a master-planned community with parks and a lake
• If you're moving from Pantego, check out Crown Heights in the Oklahoma City area for the historic homes and tree-lined streets
• Do you enjoy South Arlington's mid-century homes with affordable prices? You're sure to love Edgemere Park
• Move from Arlington Heights to Heritage Hills and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities of upscale historic homes and proximity to the city center
• Meadowbrook & Mesta Park are both known for their mature trees and historic residential charm
• Arlington's North Arlington neighborhood & Oklahoma City's Bricktown neighborhood both have local eateries and bustling nightlife
• If you're moving from Tanglewood, look into Lake Hefner for the golf course living and lakeside parks
• Do you cherish living in Lincoln Square's mixed-use areas with shops and lofts? Move into Automobile Alley for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Arlington to Oklahoma City

ConsArlington, TX

• Higher crime rate
• Hotter summers
• Fewer museums
• Less green space

ProsOklahoma City, OK

• Lower crime rate
• Milder summers
• More museums
• More parks

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Oklahoma City, OK

• Fewer major teams
• Quieter nightlife
• Smaller airport
• Less diversified economy

Arlington, TX

• Sports culture
• Vibrant nightlife
• Larger airport
• More job opportunities

Pros of moving from Arlington to Oklahoma City

• Say goodbye to the higher crime rate and hello to the lower crime rate
• Look forward to moving away from the hotter summers and moving to Oklahoma City with milder summers
• Swap the fewer museums of Arlington for more museums in Oklahoma City
• Get ready for more parks in Oklahoma City

Cons of moving from Arlington to Oklahoma City

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the sports culture in Arlington to live with fewer major teams in Oklahoma City
• You'll lose out on the pro of vibrant nightlife and have to settle with the con of quieter nightlife
• Time to bid farewell to the larger airport and get used to the smaller airport in Oklahoma City
• Swap more job opportunities for a less diversified economy

Arlington vs. Oklahoma City: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Arlington to Oklahoma City, you will be trading the iconic Texas BBQ of Arlington for the equally delicious Chicken Fried Steak of Oklahoma City. And while the locals in Arlington rave about their flavorful Brisket and sumptuous Tacos, Oklahoma City residents know they have tasty Smoked Ribs and Indian Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan BBQ they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Chili of Oklahoma City. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Arlington eateries like Pappasito's Cantina, Riscky's BBQ, and J. Gilligan's Bar and Grill. After the boxes are unpacked in Oklahoma City, don't wait too long before making your way to Oklahoma City's acclaimed eateries like Cattlemen's Steakhouse, Nic's Grill, and Eischen's Bar.

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

Discover Oklahoma City Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Oklahoma City 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 Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Babe's Chicken Dinner House, and Fork in the Road in Arlington, we're sure you'll love Pearl's Crabtown, Cheever's Cafe, and The Mule in Oklahoma City. See our Oklahoma City restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Arlington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Mellow Mushroom, head to The Hall's Pizza Kitchen on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Arlington and Oklahoma City

• The Ranch-style homes architecture that Arlington is known for will be replaced with the Bungalows and modern farmhouses architecture typical of Oklahoma City.
• Compared to Arlington's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious backyards and proximity to sports venues, Oklahoma City real estate listings often highlight features like historic charm and proximity to downtown.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes because Oklahoma City is more walkable than Arlington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike since Oklahoma City is more bike-friendly than Arlington.
• Oklahoma City has more of an urban feel than Arlington.
• Oklahoma City housing costs are 37% less expensive than those in Arlington with a median home price of $202,323 compared to Arlington’s $320,330.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Oklahoma City have increased by 51% compared to a 53% increase in Arlington.
• Rent in Oklahoma City is 22.21% more affordable than in Arlington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Oklahoma City, OK

1. 1 Midtown: Home to the Midtown Mutts Dog Park, highly walkable blocks, and plenty of dog-friendly patios and shops.
2. 2 Mesta Park: Historic, tree-lined streets with sidewalks, generous yards, and nearby parks make daily dog walks easy.
3. 3 Deep Deuce: Modern apartments with pet amenities and quick access to Scissortail Park and the Oklahoma River trails.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Arlington and Oklahoma City

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Arlington to Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City gets 1% fewer sunshine days than Arlington.
• Oklahoma City has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Arlington.
• Say goodbye to the possible severe storms and floods in Arlington, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and severe storms in Oklahoma City.
• The average summer high temperature in Oklahoma City is 2 degrees colder than in Arlington.
• The average winter lows are 8 degrees colder than they are in Arlington.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Oklahoma City, as it receives 2.9 fewer inches of rain compared to Arlington.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Arlington and Oklahoma City

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Oklahoma City tend to earn about 1% less than those in Arlington
• The COLI in Oklahoma City is 8% lower than what you are used to living in Arlington
• Bummer... By moving from TX to OK, you'll now have a state income tax of 0.5% to 5%
• The affluence in Oklahoma City is moderate to high compared to moderate in Arlington
• The poverty level is high in Oklahoma City compared to moderate in Arlington
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Arlington and moderate in Oklahoma City

Political and Religious Climate in Arlington vs. Oklahoma City

• Arlington tends to lean moderately Conservative in its political climate
• Oklahoma City, on the other hand, is often described as conservative
• Oklahoma City's religious environment can be described as predominantly Protestant, with a notable Catholic community and other religious groups
• Arlington's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as a Christian majority with a diverse religious presence