Top Raleigh, NC to San Antonio, TX Movers

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1. Athens Moving Experts: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Little Guys Movers : 4.66 out of 5 stars
3. Bellhop Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. Excel Moving & Storage: 4.62 out of 5 stars
5. Miracle Movers: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from North Carolina to Texas

Planning a move from North Carolina to Texas? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,482 and $5,615. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $3,523 and $7,329 for the same journey (NC to TX). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $5,851 to $10,808.

Cost of moving containers from North Carolina to Texas

If you're relocating from North Carolina to Texas, you'll typically spend between $1,196 and $3,022 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $2,138 up to $4,535. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $2,961 and $5,749. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from North Carolina to Texas

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 $1,059 to $2,048. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $1,191 to $2,508, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from North Carolina to Texas costs around $1,443 to $2,826.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in San Antonio are 10% lower than in Raleigh, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in San Antonio.
  Home prices in San Antonio are 42.2% lower than in Raleigh.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in San Antonio, where incomes are, on average, 2,328.1% higher than in Raleigh. Major employers in San Antonio include Joint Base San Antonio (Three Military Bases), H-E-B, and USAA.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in San Antonio. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 63.9% lower than in Raleigh.
• A move to San Antonio 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 18.9% less than what it costs in Raleigh.
• The unemployment rate in San Antonio is 11.63% lower than in Raleigh.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in San Antonio, since its sales taxes are 13.79% higher than what you are paying in Raleigh.
• One perk of moving to San Antonio is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Raleigh.

• The population of San Antonio is about 207% greater than Raleigh, 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.
• San Antonio offers better access to buses and trains than Raleigh, based on public transportation ratings. San Antonio has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 4 in Raleigh. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in San Antonio means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Raleigh. San Antonio is considered more walkable than Raleigh, with a score of 37 out of 100 versus 31 out of 100 in Raleigh. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, San Antonio is considered more bike-friendly than Raleigh in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. San Antonio has a bike-friendliness score of 45 out of 100, while Raleigh is rated as 39 out of 100.
• The crime rate in San Antonio is higher than in Raleigh, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 48.06 in San Antonio, it is 38.87 in Raleigh. 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 San Antonio. With a crime index of 51.94, San Antonio ranks lower in overall safety than Raleigh, whose index is 60.13. 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 San Antonio and Raleigh is generally the same (Moderate). 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: San Antonio has mild winters and hot summers, the rainiest months are typically May, June, and October so your move may be affected in these 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: In-state movers operating in the Lone Star State are legally required to be licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), which issues 10-digit TXDMV numbers to commercial carriers. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Texas moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Texas 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 San Antonio. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Texas, movers typically provide Released Value Protection at no additional cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For enhanced protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Alternatively, explore third-party insurance providers for customized plans. It's crucial to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Texas.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Alamo Heights
• Downtown
• Tobin Hill
• Monte Vista

Best neighborhoods for families

• Alamo Heights
• Great Northwest
• Northwest Crossing
• Oak Park-Northwood
• Terrell Hills

Things to do in San Antonio

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

• Arts and culture: San Antonio is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the The Alamo, Witte Museum, The DoSeum - San Antonio's Museum for Kids, Briscoe Western Art Museum, and McNay Art Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Brackenridge Park, Phil Hardberger park, Japanese Tea Garden, and Mercado O'liva — 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 UTSA Roadrunners American football, San Antonio Spurs Basketball, San Antonio Missions, or San Antonio FC game.