Top Tallahassee, FL to Newark, NJ Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Newark to Tallahassee guide.

1. Browning Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
2. Pinky's Moving Service: 4.38 out of 5 stars
3. Mike's Moving: 4.34 out of 5 stars
4. Master Movers of Tallahassee: 4.24 out of 5 stars
5. Community Moving & Storage: 4.24 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Florida to New Jersey

Planning a move from Florida to New Jersey? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,242 and $4,889. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $2,584 and $5,898 for the same journey (FL to NJ). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $4,079 to $8,070.

Cost of moving containers from Florida to New Jersey

If you're relocating from Florida to New Jersey, you'll typically spend between $991 and $2,443 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $1,777 up to $3,582. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $2,377 and $4,588. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Florida to New Jersey

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $823 to $1,443. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $872 to $1,877, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Florida to New Jersey costs around $1,041 to $2,241.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Newark, since prices are typically 63% higher than in Tallahassee.
• The home prices in Newark are 67.8% higher than in Tallahassee, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Newark is 15.8% lower than in Tallahassee, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Newark — including Panasonic Corporation of North America, Prudential Financial, and Prudential Capital & Investment Services — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Newark, since the cost of living for a single person in Newark is 27.5% higher than in Tallahassee. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Newark, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Newark is 21.3% higher than in Tallahassee.
• The unemployment rate in Newark is 154.90% higher than in Tallahassee.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Newark, since the city's sales taxes in Newark are 11.60% lower than in Tallahassee.
• State income taxes in Newark are 10.70% higher than in Tallahassee.

• The population of Newark is about 51% greater than Tallahassee, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Newark offers better access to buses and trains than Tallahassee, based on public transportation ratings. Newark has a transit score of 9 out of 10 compared to 5 in Tallahassee. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Newark means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Tallahassee. Newark is considered more walkable than Tallahassee, with a score of 76 out of 100 versus 30 out of 100 in Tallahassee. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Newark is considered more bike-friendly than Tallahassee in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Newark has a bike-friendliness score of 51 out of 100, while Tallahassee is rated as 45 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Newark is higher than in Tallahassee, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 75.24 in Newark, it is 58.35 in Tallahassee. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Newark. With a crime index of 24.76, Newark ranks lower in overall safety than Tallahassee, whose index is 41.65. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Newark and Tallahassee is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: Newark has cold winters and hot humid summers.
• 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: In New Jersey, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs handles the regulation of in-state moving companies. The state’s Division of Consumer Affairs works to ensure that warehousemen (public storage companies) and public movers provide safe, reliable, and ethical services while adhering to all relevant state rules and regulations. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New Jersey moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: New Jersey 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 Newark. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Released Value Protection is the most economical option as it incurs no cost. It is provided by movers at no additional charge, but the coverage is minimal. Under this option, no more than 60 cents per pound per article is the responsibility of the mover. For example, if a delicate china set weighing 20 pounds is lost or damaged by the mover, only $12 (60 cents x 20 pounds) would be received. If coverage for the full value of your items is needed, consultation with the moving company you're hiring for other options or a third-party insurance provider is recommended.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• North Ironbound
• South Ironbound
• Downtown
• Seventh Avenue
• Upper Roseville

Best neighborhoods for families

• Downtown
• Upper Vailsburg
• Seventh Avenue
• North Ironbound
• Springfield/Belmont

Things to do in Newark

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

• Arts and culture: Newark is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Newark Museum, Grammy Museum Experience Prudential Center, Gateways to Newark: Portraits, The New Jersey Historical Society, and Museum of the Old First Ward.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Branch Brook Park, Military Park, and Weequahic 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 New Jersey Devils (NHL) and Metropolitan Riveters (NWHL) game.