Top Louisville, KY to Birmingham, AL Movers

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1. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.9 out of 5 stars
2. Berger Allied Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
3. Kentuckiana Moving, LLC: 4.66 out of 5 stars
4. Pack Mule Moving LLC: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. Neutz Sons & Daughters Moving: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Kentucky to Alabama

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Kentucky to Alabama will cost between $1,245 and $4,107. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from KY to AL will range from $2,323 to $6,443, and a large move from Kentucky to Alabama will cost from $3,509 to $8,131.

Cost of moving containers from Kentucky to Alabama

Moving from Kentucky to Alabama? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $804 and $1,866. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $1,357 to $2,805. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $1,889 up to $3,502. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Kentucky to Alabama

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 $425 to $793. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $458 to $968, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Kentucky to Alabama costs around $556 to $1,158.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices are the same in Birmingham and Louisville.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Birmingham.
  Home prices in Birmingham are 48.1% lower than in Louisville.
• Income in Birmingham is 43.5% lower than in Louisville, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Birmingham — including Encompass Health, Regions Bank, and University of Alabama at Birmingham — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Birmingham, since the cost of living for a single person in Birmingham is 44.8% higher than in Louisville. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Birmingham, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Birmingham is 48.4% higher than in Louisville.
• The unemployment rate in Birmingham is 12.00% higher than in Louisville.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Birmingham, since its sales taxes are 66.67% higher than what you are paying in Louisville.
• State income taxes in Birmingham are 25.00% higher than in Louisville.

• Birmingham might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 75% less than Louisville.
• Getting around Birmingham without a car might be more difficult than in Louisville. Birmingham has a public transportation score of 0 out of 10, whereas Louisville is ranked 6. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Birmingham neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Louisville. Based on its score of 33 out of 100, Birmingham isn't as walkable as Louisville, which has a score of 91 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Birmingham, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Louisville. While Louisville has a bike-friendliness score of 79 out of 100, Birmingham earned a 31. 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.
• The crime rate in Birmingham is higher than in Louisville, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 61.64 in Birmingham, it is 56.68 in Louisville. 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 Birmingham. With a crime index of 38.36, Birmingham ranks lower in overall safety than Louisville, whose index is 43.32. 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 Birmingham and Louisville 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: Birmingham has hot summers, mild winters, and abundant rainfall. Birmingham is also located in tornado alley.
• 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: To guarantee the safety and reliability of local moving services in Alabama, it is essential for moving companies to possess a registration number issued by the Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC). Trust your move to registered professionals for a secure and dependable experience. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Alabama moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Alabama 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 Birmingham. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Moving companies typically take responsibility for your belongings at a rate of 60 cents per pound (or even less) per item. This means that for a lightweight item weighing five pounds and valued at $500, the reimbursement would be only $3 in the event of loss or damage. To enhance your coverage, certain movers provide additional valuation options, such as declared value or lump sum value protection, which offer better protection compared to the basic released value protection. To better understand and explore these options, consider discussing them with your chosen moving company.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Central City
• Five Points South
• Highland Park
• Fountain Heights
• Southside

Best neighborhoods for families

• Oxmoor
• Crestwood South
• Redmont Park

Things to do in Birmingham

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Birmingham include museums and art centers like the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Vulcan Park and Museum, McWane Science Center, and Birmingham Museum of Art.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham's Railroad Park, Kelly Ingram Park, and Red Mountain Park — 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 Birmingham Barons, UAB Blazers, Samford University teams, or Birmingham Legion FC game.