Top Richmond, VA to Birmingham, AL Movers

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1. Mr. Moving, LLC: 4.76 out of 5 stars
2. On The Fly Moving Guys: 4.58 out of 5 stars
3. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.58 out of 5 stars
5. D1 Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Virginia to Alabama

Planning a move from Virginia to Alabama? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,399 and $4,322. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $2,579 and $6,729 for the same journey (VA to AL). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $4,778 to $9,761.

Cost of moving containers from Virginia to Alabama

When you're heading from Virginia to Alabama, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $903 and $2,293. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,642 and $3,180. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $2,154 to $4,126. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Virginia 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 $646 to $1,138. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $710 to $1,393, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Virginia to Alabama costs around $878 to $1,755.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Birmingham are 22% lower than in Richmond, 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 64.1% lower than in Richmond.
• Income in Birmingham is 33.9% lower than in Richmond, 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 18.8% higher than in Richmond. 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 26.1% higher than in Richmond.
• The unemployment rate in Birmingham is 21.13% lower than in Richmond.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Birmingham, since its sales taxes are 66.67% higher than what you are paying in Richmond.
• One perk of moving to Birmingham is paying less in state income taxes, which are 13.04% lower than in Richmond.

• Birmingham might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 13% less than Richmond.
• Getting around Birmingham without a car might be more difficult than in Richmond. Birmingham has a public transportation score of 0 out of 10, whereas Richmond is ranked 7. 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 Richmond. Based on its score of 33 out of 100, Birmingham isn't as walkable as Richmond, which has a score of 51 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 Richmond. While Richmond has a bike-friendliness score of 51 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 Richmond, 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 48.45 in Richmond. 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 Richmond, whose index is 51.55. 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 Richmond 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: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• 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. Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Alabama moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Alabama doesn't require moving permits, but it's still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You'll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Birmingham. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. 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: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

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 is home to museums and cultural arts centers like 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 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 Birmingham Barons, UAB Blazers, Samford University teams, or Birmingham Legion FC game.