Top Austin, TX to Huntsville, AL Movers

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1. 3 Men Movers: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Greater Austin Moving: 4.9 out of 5 stars
3. Square Cow: 4.9 out of 5 stars
4. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.76 out of 5 stars
5. NorthStar Moving Company : 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to Alabama

If you're packing up a studio or one-bedroom to move from Texas to Alabama, you can expect prices to land between $1,401 and $5,586. For a two- or three-bedroom space, your costs will usually range from $2,826 to $7,572 for the trip from TX to AL. If you're moving a large four- or five-bedroom home, you're likely looking at a price tag between $4,964 and $9,900.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Alabama

Moving containers from Texas to Alabama will cost you $983 to $2,507 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,678 to $3,593. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,255 to $4,472. Learn more about PODS cost.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to Alabama

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 $720 to $1,359. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $786 to $1,583, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Texas to Alabama costs around $984 to $2,021.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Huntsville are 20% lower than in Austin, 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 47.6% lower than in Austin.
• Income in Huntsville is 10.7% lower than in Austin, 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 6.3% lower than in Austin.
• 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 47.0% less than what it costs in Austin.
• The unemployment rate in Huntsville is 11.43% lower than in Austin.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Huntsville, since its sales taxes are 9.09% higher than what you are paying in Austin.
• State income taxes in Huntsville are 5.00% higher than in Austin.

• Huntsville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 75% less than Austin.
• Getting around Huntsville without a car might be more difficult than in Austin. Huntsville has a public transportation score of 2 out of 10, whereas Austin is ranked 5. 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 Austin. Based on its score of 24 out of 100, Huntsville isn't as walkable as Austin, which has a score of 42 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 Austin. While Austin has a bike-friendliness score of 54 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.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Huntsville as Austin. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Huntsville is generally as safe as Austin, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Huntsville and Austin 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

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

• Arts and culture: You'll find museums and cultural hubs throughout Huntsville, such as 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 — along with other locations, ideal for trails, cycling, or enjoying the fresh air.
• Sports: Experience the energy of a live game and back 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.