Top Corpus Christi, TX to Birmingham, AL Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Birmingham to Corpus Christi guide.

1. Bellhop Moving: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Flex Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
3. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.76 out of 5 stars
4. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. Corpus Christi Transfer Co.: 4.28 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 $1,417 and $5,103. For a two- or three-bedroom space, your costs will usually range from $2,858 to $7,500 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 $4,818 and $9,316.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Alabama

If you're relocating from Texas to Alabama, you'll typically spend between $1,003 and $2,294 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $1,784 up to $3,628. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $2,257 and $4,384. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

Exploree our top budget-friendly moving container companies for your move from Texas.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas 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 $692 and $1,429. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $826 and $1,616. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $945 up to $1,962 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Birmingham are 10% lower than in Corpus Christi, 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 Birmingham.
  Home prices in Birmingham are 41.6% lower than in Corpus Christi.
• Income in Birmingham is 37.1% lower than in Corpus Christi, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Birmingham — including Encompass Health, Regions Bank, and University of Alabama at Birmingham — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Birmingham, since the cost of living for a single person in Birmingham is 28.1% higher than in Corpus Christi. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Birmingham, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Birmingham is 45.5% higher than in Corpus Christi.
• The unemployment rate in Birmingham is 52.54% lower than in Corpus Christi.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Birmingham, since its sales taxes are 21.07% higher than what you are paying in Corpus Christi.
• State income taxes in Birmingham are 5.00% higher than in Corpus Christi.

• Birmingham might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 38% less than Corpus Christi.
• Getting around Birmingham without a car might be more difficult than in Corpus Christi. Birmingham has a public transportation score of 0 out of 10, whereas Corpus Christi is ranked 4. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Birmingham neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Corpus Christi. Based on its score of 33 out of 100, Birmingham isn't as walkable as Corpus Christi, which has a score of 40 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 Birmingham, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Corpus Christi. While Corpus Christi has a bike-friendliness score of 42 out of 100, Birmingham earned a 31. 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 Birmingham is higher than in Corpus Christi, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 61.64 in Birmingham, it is 45.97 in Corpus Christi. 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 Birmingham. With a crime index of 38.36, Birmingham ranks lower in overall safety than Corpus Christi, whose index is 54.03. 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 Birmingham and Corpus Christi 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: Birmingham has hot summers, mild winters, and abundant rainfall. Birmingham is also located in tornado alley.
• HOA rules: It's a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it's a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• 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. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in Alabama, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While Alabama doesn't mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Birmingham without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. 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: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Central City
• Five Points South
• Highland Park
• Fountain Heights
• Southside

Best neighborhoods for families

• Oxmoor
• Crestwood South
• Redmont Park

Things to do in Birmingham

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

• Arts and culture: Birmingham features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Vulcan Park and Museum, McWane Science Center, and Birmingham Museum of Art.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham's Railroad Park, Kelly Ingram Park, and Red Mountain 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 Birmingham Barons, UAB Blazers, Samford University teams, or Birmingham Legion FC game.