Hire Movers in
New York, NY

Looking for movers in New York? MovingPlace makes it easy to compare top-rated movers, get an instant moving quote, and book movers online—all in one place. We’ve built a network of affordable, trusted movers near you so you can book with confidence, knowing real professionals will treat your move with care.

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Best price and value guarantee

Best price and value guarantee

$1,000 service guarantee

$1,000 service guarantee

Free cancellation w/ 48 hour notice

Free cancellation w/ 48 hour notice

Customer service 7 days a week

Customer service 7 days a week

Instant quoting & online booking

Instant quoting & online booking

Moving Services in New York, NY

Wherever life takes you, you get the right moving solution for your move—whether you’re moving locally in New York or across the country

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Local Full-Service Moving

Move with less stress with local full-service. Your professional movers will handle the loading, transporting, and unloading so you can settle into your new home with ease.

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Professional Moving Labor

Renting a truck or using a moving container? MovingPlace lets you book vetted moving professionals to handle the heavy lifting—loading, unloading, or both. Backed by our Best Price & Service Guarantees.

Local New York, NY Movers

MovingPlace has built partnerships with trusted, licensed movers in the New York area—so you can book confidently, knowing your move will be handled by professionals who treat you and your belongings with care.

The Cost of Moving in New York, NY

Full-service moves in New York average around $1,145.80, but timing can affect pricing. You might save money by moving mid-week or during June.

Your full-service moving quote covers labor to load and unload boxes and furniture, plus a truck and driver to haul everything to your new home.

Check out the table below for more details on the cost of local full-service moving in New York, NY.

Move SizeAverage CostDuration
Small Studio, 1–2 BR apartments $975.605 hrs 3 movers 
Medium 3 BR apts, 2–3 BR homes $1,312.456 hrs 4 movers 
Large 4+ BR homes $1,822.127 hrs 3 movers

Based on 1M+ completed moves across our platform.

Josh Barnes
Josh Barnes Head of Sales Operations, MovingPlace View full bio →

"Most cost estimates are based on limited data that doesn't account for timing, location, or move size. Ours are built on years of real moves — so what you see here is actually based on what people in New York pay."

How we calculate these numbers
1
Start with local data We pull from 1M+ completed moves on our platform. If New York has enough data (at least 10 moves of a given size), that local data is our baseline.
2
Fill gaps with regional context Where local data is thin, we expand to county, then state, then cities with comparable household income levels—so estimates stay market-relevant.
3
Normalize for consistency We apply weighted calculations across categories to prevent a single outlier from skewing what a typical move should cost.

Keep in mind: many factors can affect the actual cost of your move—like the time of year, current demand, number of stairs, heavy items, and more. The best way to get accurate pricing for your specific move is to use our simple, 3-step quote tool. You can compare pricing from multiple providers, customize your move, and ultimately book the mover that best fits your needs.

How to Save on Moving in New York

In New York, NY, the average cost of labor-only move help is only $442.68, compared to $1,145.80 for a local full-service move, so hiring labor-only movers could save you hundreds of dollars on your move, if you're willing to rent a truck or moving container.

Additionally, MovingPlace's algorithm matches you with the mover that offers the best value for your needs, and our Best Price Guarantee means that you can book with the confidence that you are getting the best deal.

Real Experiences From Verified Bookings

Perfect couldn’t ask for more

— John T.

Movers | Always Reliable Moving Specialist

I like to move it were very efficient and a pleasure to work with! Will be using them again!

— Raghav R.

Movers | I like to move it

Exceptional movers fast efficient careful and friendly. can’t recommend these guys enough

— Autumn H.

Movers | Asap Movers

Omar and Rankim did a wonderful job. I couldn’t be happier with how kind they were and how accommodating they were to me. Will recommend!! Above and beyond work!!

— Colby T.

Movers | Never Tired Movers

These guys crushed it, got me out of a walk up no problem. Dinged a light on the way out but no major damage (tight stairs at my place)

— Tim W.

Movers | Never Tired Movers

Amazing guys

— Felix T.

Movers | Asap Movers

Promove was great! Kirk was communicative and responsive when I reached out. The movers were prompt, polite and did everything we needed. Would use and recommend Promove.

— Tonya K.

Movers | PROMOVE

The guys were great!

— Kristen L.

Movers | Asap Movers

Excellent moving day. Was able to pack my entire apartment into a Relocube. I definitely did not think it was going to fit but Charles did an excellent job and really takes pride in his work.

— Gloria F.

Movers | Full Time Movers

Great movers, helpful and easy to work with

— Bruce C.

Movers | Asap Movers

Eric and Courtney did a fantastic job!

— Matthew M.

Movers | PROMOVE

Quick, polite and professional.

— Maria H.

Movers | High Line Moving LLC

On time, efficient.

— Jacqueline S.

Movers | Never Tired Movers

Organized and timely! Very nice people

— Elise M.

Movers | Sharp Van Lines

Great people, friendly, and arrived early with the right tools and a positive attitude to help us move as quickly and efficiently as possible. Communication before the job was great, very positive and we were reassured before we even met. The team worked hard and finished our job in under an hour with smart packing and strength. We were very happy we were assigned this team and highly recommend this organization.

— Eric F.

Movers | High Line Moving LLC

Great to work with and very flexible! Super respectful of my items

— Emma D.

Movers | Always Reliable Moving Specialist

Eric and Courtney were great. Early and really great

— Neil L.

Movers | PROMOVE

Azar and Cortney were amazing! They moved our one bedroom apartment out in two hours and packed it so perfectly into our trailer that we didn’t even need to use our open pickup bed! Incredible workers and well worth every penny.

— Sharon P.

Movers | Trusty movers moving co

My three movers did an excellent job! Kind, professional, helpful, good at arranging my belongings in the POD, able to carry down heavy furniture without an issue. I’m so happy!

— Ilona K.

Movers | Never Tired Movers

Small, family-owned business. One brother did not show up but the one that did arrive did a phenomenal job and the work of two people.

— Janice A.

Movers | Movers Gazette

Thanks for the great job of packing our POD. They were professional and quick. I would highly recommend.

— Michelle S.

Movers | Always Reliable Moving Specialist

Bobby and co were fast, efficient, and handled our stuff with care. I would hire them again in the future.

— Maria L.

Movers | Easy Peazy

Eric and Kevin were wonderful

— Jeanne C.

Movers | PROMOVE

They were amazing and flexible.

— Suzanne D.

Movers | PROMOVE

The crew was awesome. Super efficient, nice guys.

— Timothy N.

Movers | PROMOVE

Wonderful team! Very polite, efficient, and helpful.

— Carolyn F.

Movers | PROMOVE

10/10 George and Charles they rock

— Andrew G.

Movers | Full Time Movers

How MovingPlace Works

If you’re moving in and around the local New York area, you can rely on MovingPlace to make your experience as stress-free as possible.

1

Book Online in Minutes

Use our intuitive booking tool to schedule your local move online. Just enter your details, select your options, and lock in your moving date—all in a matter of minutes.

2

Pack & Prepare for Moving Day

Once your booking is confirmed, it’s time to get ready. Use our helpful resources to organize and pack your belongings. And then 24 hours before your move date, you’ll get a call confirming the details of your move.
3

Relax & Let the Movers Work

On moving day, sit back and let your professional movers take care of everything. From loading and transporting to unloading at your new place, your moving team will ensure a seamless and efficient move.
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4

Enjoy a Stress-Free Finish

With everything moved and unpacked, your job is done! Need help resolving any last-minute concerns? Our team is just a call away. And for extra peace of mind, every move is backed by our $1,000 service guarantee.

Planning Your Move in New York, NY

After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These local insights from New York can help you plan smarter and stress less.

Avg. days booking before move

13 days

Booking early helps secure your preferred mover and time slot.

Busiest month to move

August

Tip: If you must move during peak season, book well in advance!

% of moves on the weekend

69.8%

Tip: Plan your move on a weekday to save money.

Avg. move duration

4.3 hours

Most local moves wrap up in a few hours, but stairs, packing, or traffic can add time.

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The Full-Service Advantage
in New York, NY

Customize, compare, and book your move in New York all in one place for a streamlined, stress-free experience.

MovingPlace's Unique Vetting Process

Other marketplaces let anyone with a clever business name sign up. MovingPlace is different. Every mover on our platform has been thoroughly screened and are continually held to high standards, so you can find professional movers you can trust.

Strict onboarding
requirements

Business owner must pass a background check
Business and payment info must be verified (W-9)
Must agree to our Service Provider Terms
Must have at least 10 verified reviews with a 4+ star rating
Must complete an onboarding review with an account manager

Ongoing performance
standards

Every provider is held to high standards across:

Customer satisfaction
Acceptance and completion rates
Pricing consistency
Claims and no-show rates
Compliance with our Terms of Service

Additional standards for full service movers

Must carry verified Commercial General Liability Insurance (COI)
Insurance coverage is tracked on an ongoing basis to ensure it stays active
Required state moving licenses must be validated
Move Details Tailored to You

Move Details Tailored to You

Simply enter your move details and our Smart Match Technology will create a tailored move plan for you.
Compare Multiple Providers

Compare Multiple Providers

Access multiple vetted providers, compare offerings side-by-side, and find the best match.
Manage Your Move with Ease

Manage Your Move with Ease

Easily schedule, manage, and track your move online, all from the convenience of one platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions, Answered by Our Experts

Mark Conrad Mark Conrad Senior Moving Operations Advisor, MovingPlace View full bio →

Mark has 20+ years of experience across every side of the moving industry — from running his own relocation business to managing supply chains at a publicly traded logistics firm. His answers below draw on firsthand experience supporting hundreds of thousands of moves, including local, corporate, and military relocations.

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The Modern Way to Move, Stress-Free

MovingPlace partners only with licensed and thoroughly vetted movers. Each provider undergoes background checks and meets high standards of quality and reliability. You can move with confidence, knowing your belongings are in trusted hands.

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Get Expert Advice to Prepare for Your Move

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The Ultimate Moving Planning Guide

This page is your go-to roadmap for a more organized, less stressful move.
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The Complete Change of Address Checklist

This guide makes the process easier. We’ll walk you through exactly who to notify and what to update so nothing gets missed.
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