Best Madison to Arlington Movers

How Much Do Madison to Arlington Movers Cost?

Moving 1,041 miles from Madison, WI to Arlington, TX will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 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 Madison. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Arlington from Madison 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 Madison to Arlington moving option

Hire local Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison, WI to Arlington, TX long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 36 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Madison and Arlington areas.

From these 36 companies, we analyzed a total of 14,794 reviews dating all the way back to May 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 36 state and federal moving licenses from these 36 companies and 192 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~14,000 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 1,585 Madison 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 The Go To Guys, LLC) 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 Madison 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.

8.55/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 8,165 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.20/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 2,877 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.81/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 1,508 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.60/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 2,815 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.47/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 960 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.78/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 3,850 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.04/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 4,678 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.27/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 8,109 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.29/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 4,652 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.36/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 865 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.09/10 avg (Madison & Arlington combined) from 4,090 reviews

From Madison to Arlington: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Madison in Madison & Downtown Arlington in Arlington are both known for their central hub with dining and entertainment
• Madison's Tenney-Lapham neighborhood & Arlington's Downtown Arlington both share local eateries & bustling nightlife
• If you're moving from Williamson-Marquette, check out North Arlington in the Arlington area for the family-friendly area with mature trees
• Do you enjoy University Heights' college-area vibe with student housing? You're sure to love East Arlington
• Move from Shorewood Hills to Viridian and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: lakeside community with trails
• Nakoma & Pantego are both known for their upscale residential with mature landscaping

Pros and Cons of Moving from Madison to Arlington

ConsMadison, WI

• Colder winters
• Smaller city
• Less diverse cuisine
• Higher state income tax

ProsArlington, TX

• Warmer climate
• Larger urban area
• Greater food variety
• No state income tax

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Arlington, TX

• Fewer natural waterbodies
• Car-dependent
• Larger population
• Higher living costs

Madison, WI

• Lakes and nature
• Biking city
• Close-knit community
• Lower cost of living

Pros of moving from Madison to Arlington

• Say goodbye to colder winters and hello to a warmer climate
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller city and moving to Arlington with a larger urban area
• Swap the less diverse cuisine of Madison for greater food variety in Arlington
• Get ready for no state income tax in Arlington

Cons of moving from Madison to Arlington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from lakes and nature in Madison to live with fewer natural water bodies in Arlington
• You'll lose out on the pro of being a biking city and have to settle for the con of being car-dependent
• Time to bid farewell to a close-knit community and get used to a larger population in Arlington
• Swap a lower cost of living for higher living costs

Madison vs. Arlington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Madison to Arlington, you will be trading the iconic cheese curds of Madison for the equally delicious brisket of Arlington. And while the locals in Madison rave about their flavorful fried walleye and sumptuous brats, Arlington residents know they have tasty beef fajitas and tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the grain bowls they've grown to love, they can get ready for the vegan BBQ of Arlington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Madison eateries like Lombardino's, Graze, and Ale Asylum. After the boxes are unpacked in Arlington, don't wait too long before making your way to Arlington's acclaimed eateries like Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, J. Gilligan's Bar and Grill, and Pappasito's Cantina.

When comparing lifestyles, Arlington shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Madison. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Arlington compared to what you are used to in Madison. Also, the overall foodie scene is less 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 Madison favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved L'Etoile, The Old Fashioned, and Heritage Tavern in Madison, we're sure you'll love Restaurant506, J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill, and Ruthie's Rolling Cafe in Arlington. See our Arlington restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Madison hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Graze, head to Fork in the Road on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Madison and Arlington

• The Contemporary architecture that Madison is known for will be replaced with the Ranch architecture typical of Arlington.
• Compared to Madison's real estate listings that commonly reference lake views and proximity to universities, Arlington real estate listings often highlight features like spacious yards and proximity to sports venues.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away. Arlington is less walkable than Madison.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. Arlington is less bike-friendly than Madison.
• Arlington has less of an urban feel than Madison.
• Arlington housing costs are 16% less expensive than they are in Madison, with a median home price of $320,330 compared to Madison’s $380,800.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Arlington have increased by 53% compared to a 44% increase in Madison.
• Rent in Arlington is 4.72% more expensive than in Madison.

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 Madison and Arlington

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Madison to Arlington. Arlington gets 24% more sunshine days than Madison.
• Arlington has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Madison.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and cold waves in Madison, 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 13 degrees warmer than in Madison.
• The average winter lows are 24 degrees warmer than they are in Madison.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Arlington. Arlington receives 4.5 more inches of rain compared to Madison.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Madison and Arlington

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Arlington tend to earn about 11% less than in Madison
• The COLI in Arlington is 4% higher than what you are used to living in Madison
• Hooray, moving to TX means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Arlington is variable compared to comfortable in Madison
• The poverty level is moderate in Arlington compared to lower in Madison
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Madison and higher in Arlington

Madison vs. Arlington Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 23% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Arlington compared to your Madison commute. That's 2,600 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Arlington to be worse than it is in Madison.
• Public transit is less readily available in Arlington.