Best Houston to Salem Movers

How Much Do Houston to Salem Movers Cost?

Moving 2,347 miles from Houston, TX to Salem, OR will typically cost between $4,000 and $9,000 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 Salem that already have a booked job heading from Salem to Houston. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Salem from Houston entirely empty. If you can find a Salem moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Houston to Salem moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 33 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Houston and Salem areas.

From these 33 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,016 reviews dating all the way back to October 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 30 state and federal moving licenses from these 33 companies and 181 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~13,000 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 3,687 Houston to 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 Pinpoint Movers) vs older more established companies (like All Service Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Houston to 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.

8.60/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 8,367 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.08/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 2,989 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.56/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 1,432 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.48/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 2,988 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

5.68/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 937 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.70/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 3,884 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.03/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 4,471 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.28/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 8,369 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.35/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 4,721 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.05/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 964 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.11/10 avg (Houston & Salem combined) from 4,147 reviews

From Houston to Salem: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Montrose in Houston & Downtown Salem in Salem are both known for their artsy & cultural events
• Houston's The Heights neighborhood & Salem's Northeast Salem both share historic & tree-lined community
• If you're moving from River Oaks, check out South Salem in the Salem area for the upscale homes on hillsides
• Do you enjoy Midtown's local eateries & bustling nightlife? You're sure to love Downtown Salem
• Move from West University Place to South Salem and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: family-oriented & top schools
• East Downtown (EaDo) & Southeast Salem are both known for their emerging with industrial roots
• Houston's Rice Village neighborhood & Salem's West Salem neighborhood both have retail corridors & boutique shops

Pros and Cons of Moving from Houston to Salem

ConsHouston, TX

• High humidity
• Heavy traffic
• Flat landscape

ProsSalem, OR

• Milder climate
• Less congestion
• Scenic views

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Salem, OR

• Smaller city vibe
• Less variety
• Fewer restaurants

Houston, TX

• Cultural diversity
• Job opportunities
• Vibrant food scene

Pros of moving from Houston to Salem

• Say goodbye to high humidity and hello to a milder climate
• Look forward to moving away from heavy traffic and moving to Salem with less congestion
• Swap the flat landscape of Houston for scenic views in Salem

Cons of moving from Houston to Salem

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the cultural diversity in Houston to live with a smaller city vibe in Salem
• You'll lose out on the pro of job opportunities and have to settle for the con of less variety
• Time to bid farewell to the vibrant food scene and get used to fewer restaurants in Salem

Houston vs. Salem: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Houston to Salem, you will be trading the iconic Texas BBQ Brisket of Houston for the equally delicious Marionberry Pie of Salem. And while the locals in Houston rave about their flavorful Fajitas and sumptuous Tacos, Salem residents know they have tasty Grilled Salmon and Food Truck Burgers to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Tex-Mex they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Organic Quinoa Salad of Salem. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Houston eateries like Underbelly, Killen's BBQ, and Hugo's. After the boxes are unpacked in Salem, don't wait too long before making your way to Salem's acclaimed eateries like Word of Mouth Bistro, Bentlee's, and Busick Court Restaurant.

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

Discover Salem Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Salem is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Houston favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse, The Breakfast Klub, and Uchi in Houston, we're sure you'll love McGrath's Fish House, Word of Mouth Bistro, and Kirin Sushi in Salem. See our Salem restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Houston hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, head to Rudy's Steakhouse on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Houston and Salem

• The Modern and Ranch architecture that Houston is known for will be replaced with the Victorian and Craftsman architecture typical of Salem.
• Compared to Houston's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious backyards and pools, Salem real estate listings often highlight features like eco-friendly elements and large garages.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Salem is more walkable than Houston.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Salem is more bike-friendly than Houston.
• Salem has less of an urban feel than Houston.
• Salem housing costs are 59% more expensive than they are in Houston with a median home price of $427,534 compared to Houston’s $269,461.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Salem have increased 44% compared to a 43% increase in Houston.
• Rent in Salem is 2.08% more expensive than in Houston.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Salem, OR

1. 1 West Salem: Easy access to the Orchard Heights Park off-leash area and riverfront paths at Wallace Marine Park, plus many homes with yards, make it great for pets.
2. 2 Fairmount Hill: Bordering Bush's Pasture Park with shady sidewalks and rolling hills for exercise, and offering easy access to the Minto Island Bridge into Minto-Brown Island Park, it's ideal for daily dog walks.
3. 3 South Gateway: Close to Cascades Gateway Park's off-leash dog area and lakeside trails, with plenty of newer housing that often includes pet amenities and nearby vets and pet supply stores.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Houston and Salem

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Houston to Salem. Salem gets 29% fewer sunshine days than Houston.
• Salem has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Houston.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and floods in Houston, but be on the lookout for potential earthquakes and wildfires in Salem.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Salem is 12 degrees colder than in Houston.
• The average winter lows are 10 degrees colder than they are in Houston.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Salem. Salem receives 10 fewer inches of rain compared to Houston.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Houston and Salem

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Salem tend to earn about 15% more than in Houston
• The COLI in Salem is 20% higher than what you are used to living in Houston
• Bummer... By moving from TX to OR, you'll now have a state income tax of 4.75% - 9.9%
• The affluence in Salem is moderately affluent compared to moderately affluent in Houston
• The poverty level is moderate in Salem compared to significant in Houston
• In terms of homelessness, it is concerning in Houston and challenged in Salem

Houston vs. Salem Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 23% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Salem compared to your daily drive in Houston. That's an annual savings of 3640 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in Salem to be better than it is in Houston.
• Public transit is more readily available in Salem.