Top Orlando, FL to Yonkers, NY Movers

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1. Suddath Van Lines, Inc.: 4.9 out of 5 stars
2. 1st Class Moving and Storage: 4.76 out of 5 stars
3. Big Man Movers Corp.: 4.72 out of 5 stars
4. 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc.: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. Cento Family Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Florida to New York

If you're packing up a studio or one-bedroom to move from Florida to New York, you can expect prices to land between $1,360 and $5,510. For a two- or three-bedroom space, your costs will usually range from $2,827 to $6,791 for the trip from FL to NY. If you're moving a large four- or five-bedroom home, you're likely looking at a price tag between $4,746 and $9,190.

Cost of moving containers from Florida to New York

Moving containers from Florida to New York will cost you $1,096 to $2,674 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,906 to $3,767. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,575 to $4,918. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of Florida.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Florida to New York

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 $840 and $1,628. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $992 and $1,956. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,187 up to $2,380 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Yonkers, since prices are typically 39% higher than in Orlando.
• The home prices in Yonkers are 70.3% higher than in Orlando, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Yonkers, where incomes are, on average, 30.9% higher than in Orlando. Major employers in Yonkers include Leake and Watts Services, Yonkers Contracting, and St. John's Riverside Hospital.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Yonkers, since the cost of living for a single person in Yonkers is 6.0% higher than in Orlando. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Yonkers 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 5.6% less than what it costs in Orlando.
• The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 31.03% higher than in Orlando.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Yonkers, since its sales taxes are 36.62% higher than what you are paying in Orlando.
• State income taxes in Yonkers are 10.90% higher than in Orlando.

• Yonkers might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 31% less than Orlando.
• Yonkers offers better access to buses and trains than Orlando, based on public transportation ratings. Yonkers has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 6 in Orlando. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Yonkers means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Orlando. Yonkers is considered more walkable than Orlando, with a score of 69 out of 100 versus 41 out of 100 in Orlando. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Yonkers, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Orlando. While Orlando has a bike-friendliness score of 57 out of 100, Yonkers earned a 37. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• Yonkers has a lower crime rate than Orlando based on scores of 28.34 and Orlando's 49.57, 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 Yonkers than in Orlando, based on Yonkers's safety index of 71.66 versus 50.43 for Orlando. 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 Yonkers and Orlando 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: June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Yonkers, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a New York moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: New York doesn't require moving permits, but it's still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You'll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Yonkers. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your 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

• Getty Square
• Cedar Knolls
• Park Hill
• Southeast Yonkers
• Beech Hill

Best neighborhoods for families

• Cedar Knolls
• Park Hill
• Northwest Yonkers
• Southeast Yonkers
• Dunwoodie

Things to do in Yonkers

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Yonkers include museums and art centers like the Hudson River Museum, Philipse Manor Hall, and Science Barge.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Untermyer Gardens, Tibbetts Brook Park, Van der Donck Park, and Beverly E Smith Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Lansdowne Yonkers FC (EPSL), Yonkers Knights (NY State Baseball League), Yonkers United Football Club (FC), or Yonkers Bravehearts (Eastern Football League) game.