Top St. Louis, MO to Chattanooga, TN 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 Tennessee

Planning a move from Missouri to Tennessee? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,140 and $3,299. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $2,139 and $5,406 for the same journey (MO to TN). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $3,469 to $8,219.

Cost of moving containers from Missouri to Tennessee

If you're relocating from Missouri to Tennessee, you'll typically spend between $733 and $1,690 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $1,300 up to $2,650. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $1,831 and $3,422. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Missouri to Tennessee

Renting a moving truck is typically the most budget-friendly choice, but remember, you'll be responsible for all the heavy lifting, packing, and driving on your own.

If you're moving from a studio or one-bedroom place with a rental truck, expect to pay between $409 and $825. For a two- or three-bedroom move, costs usually range from $460 to $969. If you're tackling a four-bedroom or bigger move, your rental truck will likely run between $595 and $1,154.

Estimated fuel costs are already factored into these quotes.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Chattanooga, since prices are typically 18% higher than in St. Louis.
• The home prices in Chattanooga are 76.5% higher than in St. Louis, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Chattanooga is 9.0% lower than in St. Louis, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Chattanooga — including Hamilton County, Schools Erlanger, and Health System — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Chattanooga, since the cost of living for a single person in Chattanooga is 27.5% higher than in St. Louis. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Chattanooga 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 33.8% less than what it costs in St. Louis.
• The unemployment rate in Chattanooga is 11.11% lower than in St. Louis.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Chattanooga, since the city's sales taxes in Chattanooga are 4.44% lower than in St. Louis.
• One perk of moving to Chattanooga is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in St. Louis.

• Chattanooga might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 38% less than St. Louis.
• Getting around Chattanooga without a car might be more difficult than in St. Louis. Chattanooga has a public transportation score of 3 out of 10, whereas St. Louis is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Chattanooga neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as St. Louis. Based on its score of 29 out of 100, Chattanooga isn't as walkable as St. Louis, which has a score of 66 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 Chattanooga, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than St. Louis. While St. Louis has a bike-friendliness score of 58 out of 100, Chattanooga earned a 35. 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.
• Chattanooga has a lower crime rate than St. Louis based on scores of 53.89 and St. Louis's 69.65, 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 Chattanooga than in St. Louis, based on Chattanooga's safety index of 46.11 versus 30.35 for St. Louis. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Chattanooga has better air quality than in St. Louis. Chattanooga has Good air quality, compared to moderate in St. Louis. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

• Weather: May, September and October are the most suitable months for moving in Chattanooga, while you might reconsider your plans in January and July as these are the least comfortable months.
• 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Tennessee 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 Chattanooga. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. When it comes to movers' insurance in Tennessee, most moving companies offer Released Value Protection at no extra charge. This basic coverage extends to 60 cents per pound per item. For increased protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Additionally, exploring third-party insurance providers is a viable choice for tailored plans. Prioritize understanding coverage limits, potential extra costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Tennessee.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Southside
• Martin Luther King
• Fort Wood
• Lookout Mountain
• West Village

Best neighborhoods for families

• North Shore
• St. Elmo
• Lookout Mountain
• Highland Park
• Orchard Knob

Things to do in Chattanooga

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

• Arts and culture: Chattanooga features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, Creative Discovery Museum, Coker Museum - Honest Charley, Hunter Museum of American Art, and International Towing and Recovery Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Coolidge Park Tennessee, Riverpark Ross's Landing Park, Enterprise South Nature Park, and Chickamauga Dam — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an Chattanooga Lookouts (Southern League) and Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (USL League One) game.