Compare DPU-licensed, independently checked moving companies across Massachusetts — and hire the ones we've actually verified.
Massachusetts moving is defined by Greater Boston — three-decker walk-ups, narrow one-way streets, and the notorious September 1st turnover when what feels like the entire city moves at once. Older housing stock rewards a crew that knows how to work tight staircases.
In Massachusetts, a company moving household goods within the state must be licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) and carry the required insurance; interstate movers also need a USDOT number. We verify the credentials that apply to your move.
A sample from the 377 companies listed in Massachusetts — verified movers first. Check any credential yourself before you book.
The movers in our directory serve every major region of Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the busiest ones.
Walk-ups, permits and the Sept. 1 rush make this a logistics-heavy market.
A growing central-Mass hub with a strong base of local carriers.
A steady western-Mass market and a common midpoint for longer moves.
Dense, student-heavy turnover around the universities.
A historic mill city with narrow streets and older buildings.
South-shore demand feeding in and out of Boston.
Typical ranges to budget from — always confirm with a written estimate.
| Move type | Typical range | What drives the price |
|---|---|---|
| Local move (1–2 bedroom) | $480 – $1,350 | Crew size, stairs/elevator, parking access |
| Local move (3–4 bedroom) | $1,150 – $3,100 | Volume, hourly crew, packing services |
| Long-distance out of state | $2,500 – $6,400 | 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.
Yes. A company moving household goods within Massachusetts must be licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) and carry the required insurance. Interstate movers also need a USDOT number — check it on our Verify page.
A local 1–2 bedroom move usually runs $480–$1,350, and a long-distance move out of state typically lands between $2,500 and $6,400 depending on distance and volume.
Avoid September 1st at all costs — it is the single busiest moving day in Boston. Fall (after Labor Day) and winter mid-week are calmest and cheapest.
Look for a Massachusetts DPU license for in-state moves and a valid USDOT for interstate, plus a real, reachable business. Those are the checks behind our badges.
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