Compare TxDMV-registered, independently checked moving companies across Texas — and hire the ones we've actually verified.
Everything is bigger in Texas, including the distances. A move from Houston to El Paso is over 700 miles without leaving the state, so “intrastate” here often means a genuine long-haul. Summer heat is the other planning factor — crews start early, and climate-sensitive items need real protection on the truck.
In Texas, a company moving household goods within the state must be registered as a motor carrier with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) and carry the required insurance; interstate movers also need a federal USDOT number. Our Vetted & Verified badge confirms the credentials that apply to your move.
A sample from the 1,433 companies listed in Texas — verified movers first. Check any credential yourself before you book.
The movers in our directory serve every major region of Texas. Here's what to know about the busiest ones.
The state's biggest metro and a major relocation hub — sprawling, so mileage and crew hours drive local pricing.
A huge, fast-growing market; book ahead in spring and summer when corporate relocations peak.
One of the country's hottest destinations — high demand means the best crews book out early.
Steady military and family moves; PCS season and month-end are the busy windows.
Established West-side market with a strong base of long-standing local carriers.
A true long-haul corner of the state — most moves here are genuine long-distance jobs.
Typical ranges to budget from — always confirm with a written estimate.
| Move type | Typical range | What drives the price |
|---|---|---|
| Local move (1–2 bedroom) | $350 – $1,100 | Crew size, stairs/elevator, parking access |
| Local move (3–4 bedroom) | $900 – $2,500 | Volume, hourly crew, packing services |
| Long-distance out of state | $2,200 – $6,000 | 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 mover operating within Texas must be registered as a motor carrier with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) and carry the required insurance. Interstate movers also need an active USDOT number. You can check a USDOT on our Verify page.
A local 1–2 bedroom move typically runs $350–$1,100, and a long-distance move out of Texas usually falls between $2,200 and $6,000 depending on distance and volume.
Fall and winter, mid-week and mid-month. Avoid the summer peak and the last days of the month, and try to beat the worst of the heat.
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