Best Vancouver to Arlington Movers

How Much Do Vancouver to Arlington Movers Cost?

Moving 2,120 miles from Vancouver, WA to Arlington, TX will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,500 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 Arlington that already have a booked job heading from Arlington to Vancouver. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Arlington from Vancouver entirely empty. If you can find a Arlington moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Vancouver to Arlington moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 34 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Vancouver and Arlington areas.

From these 34 companies, we analyzed a total of 17,432 reviews dating all the way back to September 2006.

We also reviewed a total of 31 state and federal moving licenses from these 34 companies and 178 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~17,000 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 1,417 Vancouver to Arlington 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 Comfortable Moving) 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 Vancouver to Arlington moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.69/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 9,616 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.48/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 3,499 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.05/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 1,628 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.98/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 3,371 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.93/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 1,047 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.96/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 4,473 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.15/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 5,568 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.47/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 9,549 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.50/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 5,497 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.83/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 990 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.47/10 avg (Vancouver & Arlington combined) from 4,959 reviews

From Vancouver to Arlington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Vancouver in Vancouver & Downtown Arlington in Arlington are both known for their walkable urban core with dining & entertainment
• Vancouver's Vancouver Heights neighborhood & Arlington's North Arlington both share tree-lined streets with mid-century homes
• If you're moving from Felida, check out West Arlington in the Arlington area for suburban family neighborhoods with good schools
• Do you enjoy Cascade Park's quiet residential atmosphere near riverside parks? You're sure to love East Arlington
• Move from Salmon Creek to South Arlington and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: retail corridors with shopping centers
• Fruit Valley & East Arlington are both known for their older working-class areas near light industry
• Vancouver's Fisher's Landing neighborhood & Arlington's Viridian neighborhood both have master-planned communities around water
• If you're moving from Mill Plain, look into West Arlington for newer subdivisions with nearby amenities

Pros and Cons of Moving from Vancouver to Arlington

ConsVancouver, WA

• Higher rain
• Smaller city
• Lesser sports culture
• More expensive housing

ProsArlington, TX

• Warmer climate
• Bigger city vibes
• Rich sports culture
• More affordable living

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Arlington, TX

• Less green spaces
• Fewer outdoor options
• Higher sales tax
• Far from other majors

Vancouver, WA

• Lush greenery
• Outdoor activities
• Lower sales tax
• Proximity to Portland

Pros of moving from Vancouver to Arlington

• Say goodbye to higher rain and hello to a warmer climate
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller city and moving to Arlington with bigger city vibes
• Swap the lesser sports culture of Vancouver for a rich sports culture in Arlington
• Get ready for more affordable living in Arlington

Cons of moving from Vancouver to Arlington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the lush greenery in Vancouver to live with less green spaces in Arlington
• You'll lose out on the pro of outdoor activities and have to settle for the con of fewer outdoor options
• Time to bid farewell to a lower sales tax and get used to a higher sales tax in Arlington
• Swap proximity to Portland for being far from other major cities

Vancouver vs. Arlington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Vancouver to Arlington, you will be trading the iconic Cedar-planked salmon of Vancouver for the equally delicious Chicken-fried steak of Arlington. And while the locals in Vancouver rave about their flavorful Grilled salmon and sumptuous Food truck tacos, Arlington residents know they have tasty Brisket and Street tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tempeh bowl they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Seitan BBQ ribs of Arlington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Vancouver eateries like The Herbery, WildFin American Grill, and Hudson's Bar & Grill. After the boxes are unpacked in Arlington, don't wait too long before making your way to Arlington's acclaimed eateries like J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill, Prince Lebanese Grill, and Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen.

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

Discover Arlington Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Arlington is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Vancouver favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Beaches Restaurant & Bar, Hudson's Bar & Grill, and La Bottega Cafe Deli Wine Shop in Vancouver, we're sure you'll love J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar, and Prince Lebanese Grill in Arlington. See our Arlington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Vancouver hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Screen Door, head to Babe's Chicken Dinner House on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Vancouver and Arlington

• The Craftsman architecture that Vancouver is known for will be replaced with the Ranch architecture typical of Arlington.
• Compared to Vancouver's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to nature and energy efficiency, Arlington real estate listings often highlight features like spacious lots and access to amenities.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Arlington is less walkable than Vancouver.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Arlington is less bike-friendly than Vancouver.
• Arlington has more of an urban feel than Vancouver.
• Arlington housing costs are 36% less expensive than they are in Vancouver, with a median home price of $320,330 compared to Vancouver’s $503,330.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Arlington have increased by 53% compared to a 47% increase in Vancouver.
• Rent in Arlington is 9.64% more affordable than in Vancouver.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Arlington, TX

1. 1 Viridian: Master-planned community with extensive lakes, greenbelts, and miles of connected trails plus quick access to River Legacy Park, making daily dog walks easy.
2. 2 Fannin Farm: Wide sidewalks and direct links to Rush Creek's linear park, with the Rush Creek Dog Park just minutes away for off-leash time.
3. 3 Woodland West: Adjacent to Veterans Park's expansive grounds and multiuse trails, with shady, walkable streets that are great for pets.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Vancouver to Arlington. Arlington gets 63% more sunshine days than Vancouver.
• Arlington has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Vancouver.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes and volcanoes in Vancouver, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and hail in Arlington.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Arlington is 16 degrees warmer than in Vancouver.
• The average winter lows are 2 degrees warmer than they are in Vancouver.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Arlington. Arlington receives 3.7 fewer inches of rain compared to Vancouver.

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Vancouver vs. Arlington Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 4% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Arlington compared to your Vancouver commute. That's 520 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Arlington to be worse than it is in Vancouver.
• Public transit is less readily available in Arlington.