($1,171) Cost to Move From Kansas City, MO to Fayetteville, NC

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Cost to hire movers from Kansas City to Fayetteville

If you’re moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Kansas City to Fayetteville, you can expect to spend between $1,171 and $4,558. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $2,558 to $5,845 on the same route. Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from Kansas City to Fayetteville typically runs between $4,002 and $8,230.

Cost of moving containers from Kansas City to Fayetteville

When moving from Kansas City to Fayetteville, for a small load, you’ll likely pay between $807 and $2,010. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $1,537 to $2,947. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $1,974 up to $4,008. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Kansas City to Fayetteville

Renting a moving truck in Kansas City is usually your cheapest option to get to Fayetteville. Just keep in mind that you’ll handle all the lifting, packing, and driving yourself.

If you’re moving out of a studio or one-bedroom and renting a truck, plan to spend between $671 and $1,326. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $762 and $1,593. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $938 and $1,939.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Your monthly budgeting won’t require significant modification when moving from Kansas City to Fayetteville, as rent prices are comparably stable.
• Your monthly mortgage budget shouldn’t take a hit, with home prices being about 15% lower in Fayetteville than in Kansas City.
• It’s important to evaluate your finances first. The average income is around 8% less in Fayetteville than in Kansas City.
• Anticipate lower daily expenses, including food, gas, and utilities in Fayetteville, where the cost of living for a single person is 40% less than in Kansas City.
• Moving to Fayetteville could be an economically beneficial choice, reducing your family’s regular costs such as groceries, transport, and utilities. The cost of living for a family is 43% less than in Kansas City.
• The unemployment rate in Fayetteville is 34% higher compared to Kansas City, translating to more job seekers for available positions, which might elevate competition.
• Sales taxes are 17% lower in Fayetteville than in Kansas City. If you have a larger family or higher consumption habits, the lower sales tax in Fayetteville can reduce your overall living expenses.
• Income taxes are 6% lower in North Carolina compared to Missouri. With these reduced income tax rates, your paycheck will reflect more of your earnings, allowing you greater freedom in managing your finances.

• Fayetteville’s population is about 58% less than Kansas City.
• Fayetteville’s public transportation score of 3 out of 10 is lower than Kansas City’s score of 4.
• Fayetteville is less walkable than Kansas City with a score of 21 out of 100 vs Kansas City’s 35 out of 100.
• Fayetteville has a bike-friendliness score of 30 out of 100, which means it isn’t as accessible or safe for cyclists as Kansas City, which has a score of 35.
• Fayetteville’s crime rate is lower than Kansas City with a score of 6.0 compared to Kansas City’s 58.4. This means that Fayetteville neighborhoods are safer than 6.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Kansas City neighborhoods are safer than 58.4%.
• Fayetteville is considered to be safer than Kansas City with a safety index of 67.0 vs Kansas City’s 42.6.
• Air quality in Fayetteville is Good, and in Kansas City it’s Good.

• HOA rules: It’s a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: Reserve elevator access early if your building requires it, to avoid delays on moving day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving company’s license by visiting the state’s public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While North Carolina doesn’t mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: File your USPS change of address about a week before moving so mail reaches Fayetteville smoothly. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Spring Lake
• Hope Mills
• Rockfish
• Raeford
• Vander
• Seventy-First Township

Best neighborhoods for families

• Spring Lake
• Hope Mills
• Vander
• Rockfish

Things to do in Fayetteville

After getting comfortable in your new North Carolina home, it’s time to see what Fayetteville is all about. Whether you’re into food, art, nature, or nightlife — there’s plenty to check out:

• Arts and culture: From historic museums to vibrant art centers, Fayetteville offers cultural landmarks like the Airborne and Special Operations Museum, Fayetteville Area Transportation and Local History Museum, Fascinate-U Children’s Museum, and Museum of Cape Fear.
• Outdoor recreation: The city’s Cape Fear River Trail, Cape Fear Botanical Garden, Veterans Park, and Lake Rim Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Minor League Baseball)Fayetteville Marksmen (Hockey)Fayetteville State Broncos (NCAA Division II) game.