Best Arlington to Chattanooga Movers

How Much Do Arlington to Chattanooga Movers Cost?

Moving 811 miles from Arlington, TX to Chattanooga, TN 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 Chattanooga that already have a booked job heading from Chattanooga to Arlington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Chattanooga from Arlington entirely empty. If you can find a Chattanooga moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

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

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Arlington to Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga areas.

From these 28 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,517 reviews dating all the way back to July 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 20 state and federal moving licenses from these 28 companies and 149 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 1,359 Arlington to Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.67/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 7,037 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.45/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 2,475 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.80/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 1,224 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.84/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 2,313 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.39/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 776 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.86/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 3,196 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.24/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 3,936 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.44/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 6,983 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.50/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 4,034 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.43/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 787 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.31/10 avg (Arlington & Chattanooga combined) from 3,513 reviews

From Arlington to Chattanooga: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Arlington in Arlington & Downtown Chattanooga in Chattanooga are both known for their sports & entertainment district with walkable dining
• Arlington's Viridian neighborhood & Chattanooga's North Shore both share a master-planned community with riverfront parks & trails
• If you're moving from North Arlington, check out West Chattanooga in the Chattanooga area for tree-lined streets with historic homes
• Do you enjoy South Arlington's suburban family neighborhoods & top-rated schools? You're sure to love East Brainerd
• Move from Pecan Valley to St. Elmo and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: historic bungalow homes near scenic overlooks
• Ranchview & East Brainerd are both known for their modern subdivisions with community parks
• Arlington's Dalworthington Gardens neighborhood & Chattanooga's Signal Mountain neighborhood both have a rural ambiance with large lots & views
• If you're moving from Kennedale, look into Red Bank for a small independent enclave with local shops
• Do you cherish living in Timber Brook's mid-century homes & growing nightlife spots? Move into West Chattanooga for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Arlington to Chattanooga

ConsArlington, TX

• Summer heat
• Limited public transit
• Flat landscape
• Greater traffic congestion

ProsChattanooga, TN

• Milder summers
• Better public transit
• Scenic mountains
• Less traffic

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Chattanooga, TN

• Smaller city vibe
• More limited dining
• Fewer big events
• Narrower job market

Arlington, TX

• Bustling city life
• Diverse dining options
• Major sporting events
• Wide job market

Pros of moving from Arlington to Chattanooga

• Say goodbye to summer heat and hello to milder summers
• Look forward to moving away from limited public transit and moving to Chattanooga with better public transit
• Swap the flat landscape of Arlington for scenic mountains in Chattanooga
• Get ready for less traffic in Chattanooga

Cons of moving from Arlington to Chattanooga

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from bustling city life in Arlington to live with a smaller city vibe in Chattanooga
• You'll lose out on the pro of diverse dining options and have to settle for the con of more limited dining
• Time to bid farewell to major sporting events and get used to fewer big events in Chattanooga
• Swap a wide job market for a narrower job market

Arlington vs. Chattanooga: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Arlington to Chattanooga, you will be trading the iconic Texas barbecue of Arlington for the equally delicious Chattanooga chili. And while the locals in Arlington rave about their flavorful brisket and sumptuous tacos, Chattanooga residents know they have tasty pulled pork and fried catfish 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 vegan barbecue of Chattanooga. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Arlington eateries like Pecan Lodge, Lockhart Smokehouse, and Cane Rosso. After the boxes are unpacked in Chattanooga, don't wait too long before making your way to Chattanooga's acclaimed eateries like The Terminal Brewhouse, Alleia, and Uncle Larry's Restaurant.

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

Discover Chattanooga Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Chattanooga 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 Babes Chicken Dinner House, Maverick's Sports Grill, and Restaurant 506 in Arlington, we're sure you'll love Champy’s Famous Fried Chicken, Hair of the Dog Pub, and St. John’s Restaurant in Chattanooga. See our Chattanooga restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Arlington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at The Tipsy Oak, head to Flying Squirrel on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Arlington and Chattanooga

• The Ranch architecture that Arlington is known for will be replaced with the Victorian architecture typical of Chattanooga.
• Compared to Arlington's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and proximity to Dallas, Chattanooga real estate listings often highlight features like historic neighborhoods and mountain views.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Chattanooga is more walkable than Arlington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Chattanooga is more bike-friendly than Arlington.
• Chattanooga has more of an urban feel than Arlington.
• Chattanooga housing costs are 6% less expensive than they are in Arlington, with a median home price of $300,140 compared to Arlington’s $320,330.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Chattanooga have increased by 60% compared to a 53% increase in Arlington.
• Rent in Chattanooga is 4.63% more affordable than in Arlington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Chattanooga, TN

1. 1 North Shore (Riverview): Highly walkable with Coolidge and Renaissance Parks, the Walnut Street Bridge, and numerous pet-friendly patios and shops along Frazier Avenue.
2. 2 St. Elmo: Sidewalk-lined streets and quick access to Lookout Mountain trails like the Guild-Hardy make daily strolls and hikes easy with a dog.
3. 3 Hixson: Greenway Farms offers an off-leash dog park, creekside trails, and wide open space, plus many homes with larger yards for pets.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Arlington and Chattanooga

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Arlington to Chattanooga. Chattanooga gets 10% fewer sunshine days than Arlington.
• Chattanooga 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 tornadoes and flooding in Chattanooga.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Chattanooga is 6 degrees colder than in Arlington.
• The average winter lows are 7 degrees colder than they are in Arlington.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Chattanooga. Chattanooga receives 14 more inches of rain compared to Arlington.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Arlington and Chattanooga

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Chattanooga tend to earn about 8% less than in Arlington
• The COLI in Chattanooga will be 8% lower than what you are used to living in Arlington
• Bummer... By moving from TX to TN, you'll now have a state income tax of 0%*
• The affluence in Chattanooga is moderate compared to moderate affluence in Arlington
• The poverty level is medium in Chattanooga compared to low in Arlington
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Arlington and low in Chattanooga

Political and Religious Climate in Arlington vs. Chattanooga

• Arlington tends to lean Republican in its political climate
• Chattanooga, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Democratic
• Chattanooga's religious environment can be described as a Christian majority with a significant Baptist presence
• Arlington's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as a Christian majority with diverse religious communities