Compare state-authorized, independently checked moving companies across North Dakota — and hire the ones we've actually verified.
North Dakota moving runs along the I-29 and I-94 corridors linking Fargo, Grand Forks and Bismarck, with the oil-country boom around Williston pulling workers to the west. Long distances and some of the harshest winters in the country define the calendar here.
In North Dakota, a company moving household goods within the state must hold intrastate authority from the North Dakota Department of Transportation and carry the required insurance; interstate movers also need a USDOT number. We verify the credentials that apply.
A sample from the 27 companies listed in North Dakota — verified movers first. Check any credential yourself before you book.
The movers in our directory serve every major region of North Dakota. Here's what to know about the busiest ones.
The largest city, on the Red River in the east.
The capital, centrally located.
A northeastern university city.
A north-central hub near the air base.
A fast-growing Fargo-metro suburb.
An oil-country boom town in the west.
Typical ranges to budget from — always confirm with a written estimate.
| Move type | Typical range | What drives the price |
|---|---|---|
| Local move (1–2 bedroom) | $320 – $960 | Crew size, stairs/elevator, parking access |
| Local move (3–4 bedroom) | $820 – $2,250 | Volume, hourly crew, packing services |
| Long-distance out of state | $1,900 – $5,300 | 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 North Dakota must hold intrastate authority from the North Dakota Department of Transportation and carry insurance. Interstate movers also need a USDOT number — check it on our Verify page.
A local 1–2 bedroom move usually runs $320–$960, and a long-distance move out of state typically lands between $1,900 and $5,300 depending on distance and volume.
Late spring through early fall. Winters here are severe, with deep cold and wind, so plan carefully.
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