Top Lubbock, TX to Winston-Salem, NC Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Winston-Salem to Lubbock guide.

1. Hart Moving & Storage Inc.: 4.58 out of 5 stars
2. Little Guys Movers : 4.48 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to North Carolina

Planning a move from Texas to North Carolina? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,610 and $5,970. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $3,727 and $7,950 for the same journey (TX to NC). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $6,674 to $12,141.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to North Carolina

When you're heading from Texas to North Carolina, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,192 and $3,106. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $2,086 and $4,442. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $3,101 to $5,802. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to North Carolina

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 $1,101 and $2,026. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,179 and $2,609. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,560 up to $3,156 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Winston-Salem, since prices are typically 4% higher than in Lubbock.
• The home prices in Winston-Salem are 24.6% higher than in Lubbock, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Winston-Salem, where incomes are, on average, 6.5% higher than in Lubbock. Major employers in Winston-Salem include Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Novant Health, and Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Winston-Salem, since the cost of living for a single person in Winston-Salem is 41.1% higher than in Lubbock. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Winston-Salem, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Winston-Salem is 31.8% higher than in Lubbock.
• The unemployment rate in Winston-Salem is 11.86% lower than in Lubbock.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Winston-Salem, since the city's sales taxes in Winston-Salem are 15.15% lower than in Lubbock.
• State income taxes in Winston-Salem are 4.50% higher than in Lubbock.

• Winston-Salem might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 5% less than Lubbock.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Winston-Salem will be about the same as it currently is in Lubbock. 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.
• Winston-Salem neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Lubbock. Based on its score of 22 out of 100, Winston-Salem isn't as walkable as Lubbock, which has a score of 39 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 Winston-Salem, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Lubbock. While Lubbock has a bike-friendliness score of 43 out of 100, Winston-Salem earned a 29. 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.
• Winston-Salem has a lower crime rate than Lubbock based on scores of 32.67 and Lubbock's 50.39, 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 Winston-Salem than in Lubbock, based on Winston-Salem's safety index of 67.33 versus 48.61 for Lubbock. 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 Winston-Salem and Lubbock 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: Climate in Winston-Salem is unlikely to affect your move but a freezing day in the winter could affect the conditions of the roads.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: North Carolina does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Winston-Salem. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• West End
• Ardmore
• Buena Vista
• Old Salem
• Washington Park

Best neighborhoods for families

• Sherwood Forest
• Ardmore
• Buena Vista
• West Highlands
• West Salem

Things to do in Winston-Salem

Once you're settled into your new home in North Carolina, it's time to get out and discover what Winston-Salem has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Winston-Salem include museums and art centers like the Old Salem Museums & Gardens, Frank L Horton Museum Center, Kaleideum Downtown, Kaleideum North, and Reynolda House Museum of American Art.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's REYNOLDA ESTATE, SALEM LAKE, QUARRY PARK AND NATURE PRESERVE, and POLO PARK — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Winston-Salem State University Rams (NCAA), Winston-Salem Dash (High-A East), Carolina Thunderbirds (FPHL), or Winston-Salem Wolves (East Coast Basketball League) game.