The Best Moving Companies in Tacoma

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 Tacoma. These are our top picks.
Best long distance mover
internationalvanlines
International Van Lines
Our Rating
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
pro Full-service moves
pro Movers load and drive truck
Best for local moving
First National Van Lines
First National Van Lines
Our Rating
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
pro Full-service moves
pro Movers load and drive truck
Best for container moving
pods
PODS
Our Rating
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
pro Container moves
con Customer loads container
Best for truck rental
penske
Penske
Our Rating
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
pro DIY truck-rental moves
con Customer loads and drives truck

What type of moving company is right for you?

Professional movers
They handle it all.

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.

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.


The best long-distance movers in Tacoma

Move.org researched over a dozen nationwide moving companies. These professional moving companies are our top picks. If you’re moving to a new home outside of Washington, we recommend these movers.
Best long-distance moving company
internationalvanlines
International Van Lines
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
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    30 days free storage
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    10% Move.org discount
Best for accurate pricing
safeway
Safeway Moving
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
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Best premium services
americanvanlines
American Van Lines
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
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    Piano moving
Best for customizable services
northamerican
North American Van Lines
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
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Best customer reviews
Mayzlin Relocation
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
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Local professional movers in Tacoma

If you’re moving to a new home in Tacoma or somewhere else in Washington, check out these highly ranked local moving companies.
Moving company
Customer Rating
Services
Phone
Learn More
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing services
- Office moving
Call (855) 438-1872
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing services
- Storage services
Call (253) 336-8999
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.55
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves X
- Packing services
- Office Moving
Call (253) 656-4996
5 out of 5 stars
5
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves X
- Packing services
- Office moving
Call (206) 778-1827
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.75
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves X
- Packing services
- Office moving
Call (206) 825-0039

Best moving container companies in Tacoma

Move.org analyzed approximately 8,000 customer reviews and 300 quotes over 3 years to find the best moving container companies in the US.
Moving company
Move.org rating
Avg. cost for local move
Avg. cost for long-distance move
Phone
Learn more
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
$1,370$4,300866-229-4120
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
$1,940$4,240800-722-5728
4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1
$1,500$3,880888-947-7974
4 out of 5 stars
4
$1,870$5,030844-362-5303
3.9 out of 5 stars
3.9
$1,730$4,100800-468-4285

Best truck rental companies in Tacoma

Move.org researched services, gathered over 100 quotes, and interviewed customers to find the 5 best moving truck rental companies in the country.
Moving company
Move.org rating
Avg. cost for local move
Avg. cost for long-distance move
Phone
Learn more
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
$328$1,944844-847-9577
4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2
$28$2,080800-462-8343
4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2
$39$1,946800-468-4285
3.1 out of 5 stars
3.1
$130N/A888-736-8387
3.1 out of 5 stars
3.1
$324$2,337N/A
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What to know about moving in Tacoma

Ready to get moving to Tacoma? Here are some things to keep in mind.

Moving costs depend on the way you decide to move your belongings. You’ll spend the most on full-service moves; the average cost is $9,060. Moving and storage containers average around $3,800, and it’s about $1,128 for moving van rentals.1 You may save by opting to transport more items and do more labor on your own.

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington, is around 7% higher than the national average.2 Housing and groceries are approximately 9% higher than the national average, while utilities are around 10% lower than the national average. The median home price is $432,655, and the median rent is $1,322.

For an interstate move of about 1,000-mile distance, the average cost is approximately $4,890,3 for a 2–3 bedroom home. Costs may be determined by key factors such as the weight of your belongings, the distance between the two locations, and labor costs.

According to RentCafe, the average apartment rental in Tacoma is $1,642.4 This price may be influenced by factors such as the type of apartment, location, and others. The average size of an apartment within the city is 828 square feet.

Sources

  1. Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” Accessed September 13, 2022.
  2. Payscale, “Cost of Living in Tacoma, Washington.” Accessed October 10, 2022.
  3. RentCafe, “Tacoma, WA, Rental Market Trends.” Accessed October 10, 2022.
  4. Marian White, Moving.com, “Here’s How Much Your Interstate Move Will Cost,” September 1, 2022. Accessed October 10, 2022.
Sarah Cimarusti
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Sarah Cimarusti
Sarah Cimarusti has been writing and editing for the last 10 years. Most recently she was a lead copywriter for catering and event companies, and before that she was the editor of two nationally known trade publications. She brings her passion and content creation expertise to help movers and shakers get where they want to be. She earned dual degrees in English and social work from Loyola University Chicago. In her free time, she writes fiction and spoils her dog, Maya.