Top New York City, NY to Huntsville, AL Movers

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1. White Glove Moving & Storage: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. Piece of Cake Moving & Storage: 4.86 out of 5 stars
3. Great Movers: 4.86 out of 5 stars
4. Roadway Moving : 4.86 out of 5 stars
5. Dumbo Moving and Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from New York to Alabama

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from New York to Alabama typically costs between $1,357 and $4,922. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $2,677 and $6,639 when moving from NY to AL. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from New York to Alabama, you're looking at costs ranging from $4,425 up to $9,003.

Cost of moving containers from New York to Alabama

If you're relocating from New York to Alabama, you'll typically spend between $974 and $2,415 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $1,874 up to $3,746. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $2,376 and $4,722. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from New York to Alabama

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 $804 and $1,419. For a two- or three-bedroom move, costs usually range from $852 to $1,704. If you're tackling a four-bedroom or bigger move, your rental truck will likely run between $1,037 and $2,132.

Estimated fuel costs are already factored into these quotes.

• Rent prices in Huntsville are 68% lower than in New York City, 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 Huntsville.
  Home prices in Huntsville are 64.6% lower than in New York City.
• Income in Huntsville is 21.9% lower than in New York City, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Huntsville — including Qualitest Pharmaceuticals, Huntsville Hospital, and Sequel Youth and Family Services — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Huntsville. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 44.9% lower than in New York City.
• A move to Huntsville 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 72.5% less than what it costs in New York City.
• The unemployment rate in Huntsville is 72.32% lower than in New York City.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Huntsville, since its sales taxes are 12.50% higher than what you are paying in New York City.
• One perk of moving to Huntsville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 54.13% lower than in New York City.

• Huntsville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 97% less than New York City.
• Getting around Huntsville without a car might be more difficult than in New York City. Huntsville has a public transportation score of 2 out of 10, whereas New York City is ranked 10. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Huntsville neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as New York City. Based on its score of 24 out of 100, Huntsville isn't as walkable as New York City, which has a score of 88 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 Huntsville, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than New York City. While New York City has a bike-friendliness score of 69 out of 100, Huntsville earned a 40. 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.
• Huntsville has a lower crime rate than New York City based on scores of 42.55 and New York City's 50.83, 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 Huntsville than in New York City, based on Huntsville's safety index of 57.45 versus 49.17 for New York City. 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 Huntsville and New York City 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: Huntsville experiences hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Huntsville is located in tornado alley.
• 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: 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. Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Alabama moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Alabama 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 Huntsville. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. 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: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Five Points
• Downtown Huntsville
• Hampton Cove
• Whitesburg
• Research Park

Best neighborhoods for families

• Blossomwood
• Hampton Cove
• Jones Valley
• Madison
• South Huntsville

Things to do in Huntsville

After settling into your new Alabama home, you'll want to branch out and explore your new city. Luckily, Huntsville has lots to offer, no matter what you're interested in:

• Arts and culture: Huntsville is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum, Huntsville Museum of Art, Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment, and Earlyworks Museum Complex.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Big Spring Park, Dog Spot dog park, Bicentennial Park, and California Street Park — 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 Huntsville Havoc (SPHL), North Alabama SC Gravity (WPSL), Rocket City Roller Derby (WFTDA), or Rocket City Trash Pandas (AA Minow League) game.