Top St. Louis, MO to Tulsa, OK Movers

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1. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.96 out of 5 stars
2. Arch Moving: 4.72 out of 5 stars
3. McGuire Moving and Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
4. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.76 out of 5 stars
5. ABC Quality Moving & Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Missouri to Oklahoma

Planning a move from Missouri to Oklahoma? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,093 and $3,257. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $1,903 and $5,168 for the same journey (MO to OK). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $3,208 to $7,299.

Cost of moving containers from Missouri to Oklahoma

When you're heading from Missouri to Oklahoma, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $751 and $1,713. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,320 and $2,575. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $1,663 to $3,063. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Missouri to Oklahoma

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 $382 to $709. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $433 to $892, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Missouri to Oklahoma costs around $560 to $1,070.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Tulsa are 4% lower than in St. Louis, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• The home prices in Tulsa are 16.6% higher than in St. Louis, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Tulsa is 20.7% lower than in St. Louis, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tulsa — including Imperial, Hilti, and QuikTrip — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Tulsa, since the cost of living for a single person in Tulsa is 4.3% higher than in St. Louis. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Tulsa 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 56.6% less than what it costs in St. Louis.
• The unemployment rate in Tulsa is 25.40% lower than in St. Louis.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Tulsa, since the city's sales taxes in Tulsa are 11.98% lower than in St. Louis.
• One perk of moving to Tulsa is paying less in state income taxes, which are 1.04% lower than in St. Louis.

• Tulsa's population is about 41% greater than St. Louis.
• Tulsa's public transportation has a score of 4 out of 10 versus St. Louis's higher score of 8.
• Tulsa is less walkable than St. Louis with a score of 39 out of 100 vs St. Louis's 66 out of 100.
• Tulsa has a bike-friendliness score 47 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as St. Louis, which has a score of 58 out of 100.
• Tulsa's crime rate is lower than St. Louis with a score of 51.94 compared to St. Louis's 69.65. This means that Tulsa neighborhoods are safer than 51.94% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and St. Louis neighborhoods are safer than 69.65%.
• Tulsa is considered to be safer than St. Louis with a safety index of 48.06 vs St. Louis's 30.35.
• Air quality in Tulsa is good, and in St. Louis it's moderate.

• Weather: Primarily in the spring and early summer months, the city is subjected to severe thunderstorms containing large hail, damaging winds, and, occasionally, tornadoes. Be sure to check your weather app to avoid inclement weather during your move.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• State licensing: In Oklahoma, in-state household goods movers are certified and licensed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC). Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Oklahoma moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in Oklahoma, though it's smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly to Tulsa Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. Opting for Released Value Protection is the most cost-effective choice since it comes at no extra expense. Movers provide this option without additional charges, but the coverage it offers is minimal. With Released Value Protection, the mover's liability is limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For example, if your mover were to lose or damage a set of fine china weighing 15 pounds, you would only be compensated $9 (60 cents x 15 pounds). If you require coverage for the full value of your items, it is advisable to discuss alternative options with the moving company or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Brookside
• Downtown Tulsa
• Brady Arts District
• Cherry Street
• Kendall-Whittier

Best neighborhoods for families

• South Tulsa
• Maple Ridge
• Florence Park
• Midtown
• Cherry Street

Things to do in Tulsa

Once you're settled into your new home in Oklahoma, it's time to get out and discover what Tulsa has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Tulsa include museums and art centers like the Philbrook Museum of Art, Gilcrease Museum, Woody Guthrie Center, Tulsa Air and Space Museum & Planetarium, and Vintage Sewing Center And Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Gathering Place, Woodward Park, River Parks, and LaFortune 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 FC Tulsa (USL Championship), Tulsa Oilers (ECHL), Tulsa Drillers (Double-A Central), or Tulsa Athletic (National Premier Soccer League) game.