Top Birmingham, AL to Akron, OH Movers

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1. New Latitude Movers : 4.76 out of 5 stars
2. Changing Spaces Moving Inc: 4.72 out of 5 stars
3. Bellhop Moving: 4.58 out of 5 stars
4. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. Move Daddy: 4.42 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Alabama to Ohio

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Alabama to Ohio typically costs between $1,454 and $4,967. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $2,991 and $6,925 when moving from AL to OH. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from Alabama to Ohio, you're looking at costs ranging from $5,225 up to $10,777.

Cost of moving containers from Alabama to Ohio

If you're moving from Alabama to Ohio, expect to pay between $931 and $2,227 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $1,642 up to $3,244. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,176 and $4,334. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from Alabama.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Alabama to Ohio

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $658 and $1,161. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $690 and $1,393. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $853 up to $1,721 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Akron are 24% lower than in Birmingham, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Akron.
  Home prices in Akron are 3.7% lower than in Birmingham.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Akron, where incomes are, on average, 57.3% higher than in Birmingham. Major employers in Akron include Goodyear, Signet Jewelers, and Sterling Jewelry.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Akron. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 42.8% lower than in Birmingham.
• A move to Akron can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 38.8% less than what it costs in Birmingham.
• The unemployment rate in Akron is 23.21% higher than in Birmingham.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Akron, since the city's sales taxes in Akron are 32.50% lower than in Birmingham.
• One perk of moving to Akron is paying less in state income taxes, which are 30.00% lower than in Birmingham.

• Akron and Birmingham have roughly the same population, which could make adjusting to your new life in Ohio easier.
• Akron offers better access to buses and trains than Birmingham, based on public transportation ratings. Akron has a transit score of 5 out of 10 compared to 0 in Birmingham. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Akron means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Birmingham. Akron is considered more walkable than Birmingham, with a score of 48 out of 100 versus 33 out of 100 in Birmingham. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Akron is considered more bike-friendly than Birmingham in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Akron has a bike-friendliness score of 43 out of 100, while Birmingham is rated as 31 out of 100.
• Akron has a lower crime rate than Birmingham based on scores of 5.0 and Birmingham's 61.64, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Akron than in Birmingham, based on Akron's safety index of 50.39 versus 38.36 for Birmingham. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Akron isn't as good as it is in Birmingham, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. Akron has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Birmingham is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

• Weather: Best months to move to Akron are June, August and September as these are the driest months heat is not extreme. Winters are cold and dry but typically bring a mix of rain, sleet, and snow with occasional heavy snowfall and icing.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move 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: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Ohio does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Akron. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 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: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Highland Square
• Downtown Akron
• Merriman Valley
• North Hill
• Wallhaven

Best neighborhoods for families

• Northwest Akron
• Merriman Valley
• Fairlawn Heights
• Wallhaven
• Highland Square

Things to do in Akron

Now that you've made the move to Ohio it's the perfect time to explore Akron From local hotspots to hidden gems, there's something to enjoy for every lifestyle:

• Arts and culture: Akron is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Akron Art Museum, Akron Children's Museum, and Nativity Museum and replica of Bethlehem's cave.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, Portage Lakes State Park, Cascade Valley Park, and Springfield Lake Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Akron RubberDucks (Baseball-Eastern League) and Akron Zips (MAC) game.