Compare independently checked moving companies across Delaware — and hire the ones we've actually verified.
Delaware is small and densely connected — Wilmington sits in the busy I-95 corridor between Philadelphia and Baltimore, while the southern beaches around Rehoboth draw retirees and summer traffic. Most in-state moves are short, but corridor congestion is real.
Delaware's requirements for in-state movers are lighter than in many states, so the key is to confirm whatever operating authority the company must hold plus current insurance. For any move crossing state lines, the company needs an active USDOT number, which you can check on our Verify page. Our verification covers exactly that.
A sample from the 57 companies listed in Delaware — verified movers first. Check any credential yourself before you book.
The movers in our directory serve every major region of Delaware. Here's what to know about the busiest ones.
The largest city, in the I-95 corridor.
The capital, centrally located.
A university town near the Maryland border.
A fast-growing central-Delaware suburb.
A steady New Castle County market.
A southern beach town with heavy summer turnover.
Typical ranges to budget from — always confirm with a written estimate.
| Move type | Typical range | What drives the price |
|---|---|---|
| Local move (1–2 bedroom) | $400 – $1,180 | Crew size, stairs/elevator, parking access |
| Local move (3–4 bedroom) | $1,000 – $2,700 | Volume, hourly crew, packing services |
| Long-distance out of state | $2,150 – $5,900 | Distance, total weight, time of year |
| Packing & materials (add-on) | $300 – $1,200 | Home size and fragile/specialty items |
Figures are general guidance for planning, not quotes. Get a written in-home or video estimate.
Delaware's requirements for in-state movers are limited compared with many states — so confirm whatever operating authority the company must hold plus current insurance. Any interstate mover needs an active USDOT number, which you can check on our Verify page.
A local 1–2 bedroom move usually runs $400–$1,180, and a long-distance move out of state typically lands between $2,150 and $5,900 depending on distance and volume.
Fall and winter mid-week. Summer, especially near the beaches, is the busiest window.
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