Top Philadelphia, PA to Huntsville, AL Movers

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1. Bellhop Moving: 4.66 out of 5 stars
2. Anchor Moving & Storage Inc.: 4.76 out of 5 stars
3. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
4. Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.62 out of 5 stars
5. BR Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Pennsylvania to Alabama

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Pennsylvania to Alabama, you can expect to spend between $1,372 and $5,314. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $2,830 to $6,671 on the same route (PA to AL). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from Pennsylvania to Alabama typically runs between $5,033 and $9,888.

Cost of moving containers from Pennsylvania to Alabama

Moving containers from Pennsylvania to Alabama will cost you $943 to $2,409 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,783 to $3,518. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,255 to $4,416. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of Pennsylvania.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Pennsylvania to Alabama

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $705 and $1,316. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $746 and $1,547. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $953 up to $2,034 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Huntsville are 17% lower than in Philadelphia, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• The home prices in Huntsville are 23.0% higher than in Philadelphia, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Huntsville is 13.8% lower than in Philadelphia, 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.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Huntsville, since the cost of living for a single person in Huntsville is 23.3% higher than in Philadelphia. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• 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 33.1% less than what it costs in Philadelphia.
• The unemployment rate in Huntsville is 70.75% lower than in Philadelphia.
• 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 Philadelphia.
• State income taxes in Huntsville are 62.87% higher than in Philadelphia.

• Huntsville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 85% less than Philadelphia.
• Getting around Huntsville without a car might be more difficult than in Philadelphia. Huntsville has a public transportation score of 2 out of 10, whereas Philadelphia is ranked 9. 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 Philadelphia. Based on its score of 24 out of 100, Huntsville isn't as walkable as Philadelphia, which has a score of 75 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 Philadelphia. While Philadelphia has a bike-friendliness score of 67 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 Philadelphia based on scores of 42.55 and Philadelphia's 66.09, 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 Philadelphia, based on Huntsville's safety index of 57.45 versus 33.91 for Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia 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: 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: 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Alabama moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in Alabama, 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 Huntsville Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

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

• 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.