Top Myrtle Beach, SC to Montgomery, AL Movers

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1. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.86 out of 5 stars
2. Miracle Movers: 4.42 out of 5 stars
3. Fairway Moving Services: 4.42 out of 5 stars
4. Luxury Movers Moving Company, LLC: 4.24 out of 5 stars
5. LaBarbera Movers LLC: 4.14 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from South Carolina to Alabama

If you're packing up a studio or one-bedroom to move from South Carolina to Alabama, you can expect prices to land between $1,166 and $3,261. For a two- or three-bedroom space, your costs will usually range from $2,201 to $5,510 for the trip from SC to AL. If you're moving a large four- or five-bedroom home, you're likely looking at a price tag between $3,765 and $8,306.

Cost of moving containers from South Carolina to Alabama

When you're heading from South Carolina to Alabama, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $798 and $1,794. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,388 and $2,629. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $1,756 to $3,379. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

Explore the top budget-friendly moving container companies to make your move from South Carolina easier and more affordable.

Cost of moving truck rentals from South Carolina to Alabama

Looking to save money? Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option. Just keep in mind that you'll handle all the lifting, packing, and driving yourself.

If you're moving out of a studio or one-bedroom and renting a truck, plan to spend between $487 and $834. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $525 and $1,072. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $623 and $1,229.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Montgomery are 35% lower than in Myrtle Beach, 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 Montgomery.
  Home prices in Montgomery are 53.1% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• Income in Montgomery is 7.4% lower than in Myrtle Beach, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Montgomery — including Alfa, Colonial Banc Group, and Colonial National Bank — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Montgomery. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 30.9% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• A move to Montgomery 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 25.5% less than what it costs in Myrtle Beach.
• The unemployment rate in Montgomery is 23.68% lower than in Myrtle Beach.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Montgomery, since its sales taxes are 11.11% higher than what you are paying in Myrtle Beach.
• One perk of moving to Montgomery is paying less in state income taxes, which are 28.57% lower than in Myrtle Beach.

• The population of Montgomery is about 462% greater than Myrtle Beach, 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.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Montgomery will be about the same as it currently is in Myrtle Beach. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Montgomery neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Myrtle Beach. Based on its score of 26 out of 100, Montgomery isn't as walkable as Myrtle Beach, which has a score of 43 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 Montgomery, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Myrtle Beach. While Myrtle Beach has a bike-friendliness score of 54 out of 100, Montgomery earned a 33. 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.
• The crime rate in Montgomery is higher than in Myrtle Beach, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 65.25 in Montgomery, it is 58.06 in Myrtle Beach. 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 Montgomery. With a crime index of 34.75, Montgomery ranks lower in overall safety than Myrtle Beach, whose index is 41.94. 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 Montgomery isn't as good as it is in Myrtle Beach, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. Montgomery has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Myrtle Beach is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

• Weather: Montgomery ith short, mild winters, warm springs and autumns, and long, hot, humid summers. Severe storms also bring a risk of tornadoes.
• 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 Montgomery 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

• Cloverdale/Idlewild
• Old Cloverdale
• EastChase
• Entertainment District
• Midtown

Best neighborhoods for families

• Dalraida
• Forest Park
• Hillwood
• McGehee Estates
• Pike Road

Things to do in Montgomery

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

• Arts and culture: Montgomery features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Legacy Museum, Rosa Parks Library and Museum, Civil Rights Memorial Center, Alabama Department of Archives and History, and Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Riverfront Park, Wynton M. Blount Cultural Park, Wright Brothers Park, and Alabama Bicentennial Park — 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 Montgomery Biscuits (Double A) game.