Professional movers load your stuff, ship it to your new home, and unload it all for you. It’s the easiest—but most expensive—option. Learn more.
The Best Moving Companies in Birmingham
Whether you’re moving across town or cross country, we’ve found the best moving companies for you. We analyzed the services, customer reviews, and costs for more than 20 movers in Birmingham. These are our top picks.
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What type of moving company is right for you?
Professional movers
They handle it all.
Containers
You load, they ship.
You load up all your belongings, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost. Learn more.
Moving truck rentals
You do all the work.
Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do it all—and save a lot. Learn more.
Company | Customer Rating | Services | Phone | Learn More |
| Full-service (local) | Call (855) 438-1872 | Get a Quote | |
| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Storage services - Packing services | Call (205) 988-9000 | Get a Quote | |
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| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing services - Office moving | Call (256) 743-0561 | Get a Quote | |
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| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing services - Office moving | Call (205) 977-2222 | Get a Quote | |
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| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing services - Office moving | Call (205) 883-9312 | Get a Quote |
Moving company | Move.org rating | Avg. cost for local move | Avg. cost for long-distance move | Phone | Learn more |
| $1,370 | $4,300 | 866-229-4120 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,940 | $4,240 | 800-722-5728 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,500 | $3,880 | 888-947-7974 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,870 | $5,030 | 844-362-5303 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,730 | $4,100 | 800-468-4285 | Get a Quote |
Moving company | Move.org rating | Avg. cost for local move | Avg. cost for long-distance move | Phone | Learn more |
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| $328 | $1,944 | 844-847-9577 | Get a Quote | |
| $28 | $2,080 | 800-462-8343 | Get a Quote | |
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| $39 | $1,946 | 800-468-4285 | Get a Quote | |
| $130 | N/A | 888-736-8387 | Get a Quote | |
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| $324 | $2,337 | N/A | Get a Quote |
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What to know about moving in Birmingham
Because the cost of living in Birmingham is relatively low, average moving costs will also be on the cheaper side. The cost of a full-service move in Birmingham might be around $1,200, especially if you’re staying local and only have a couple of rooms to pack up.1 If you plan on packing and loading your own items, the lowest rates for moving truck or storage container rentals are around $120 and $850, respectively.
Rent in Birmingham averages around $1,551 per month, and utilities cost about $370, making it a great place to live for people looking for that “city feel'' without the big price tag.2 According to our 2022 data, Birmingham is one of the least expensive places to live—ranking 9th among the most affordable cities in the US.
In the late 19th century, Birmingham got the nickname “The Magic City” because of its rapid industry growth and population boom. It also has the nickname “Pittsburgh of the South” because both towns became known for steel and iron production.
Alabama is known for its mouth-watering barbecue, and some of the best southern barbecue in the country can is available in Birmingham, AL. Alabama barbecue is also unique because of its signature “white” BBQ sauce (typically made with a base of mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar).
Best local movers in Birmingham
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Sources
- Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” June 6, 2022. Accessed September 7, 2022.
- Asha Kennedy, Move.org, “US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2022.” August 23, 2022. Accessed December 5, 2022.
