Compare WisDOT-authorized, independently checked moving companies across Wisconsin — and hire the ones we've actually verified.
Wisconsin moving runs from Milwaukee and the Lake Michigan shore to the state capital in Madison and up to Green Bay. Snowy winters and a lot of older housing stock mean an experienced crew and the right timing pay off.
In Wisconsin, a company moving household goods within the state must hold intrastate motor-carrier operating authority from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) with insurance on file; interstate movers also need a USDOT number. We verify the credentials that apply.
A sample from the 189 companies listed in Wisconsin — verified movers first. Check any credential yourself before you book.
The movers in our directory serve every major region of Wisconsin. Here's what to know about the busiest ones.
The largest metro, with lakefront neighborhoods and older housing.
The capital and university town — turnover spikes each August.
A northern market with a strong base of local carriers.
A southeast-corner market feeding toward Chicago.
A Fox Valley hub for central and northern moves.
A western Wisconsin waypoint for longer hauls.
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 – $1,050 | Crew size, stairs/elevator, parking access |
| Local move (3–4 bedroom) | $900 – $2,400 | Volume, hourly crew, packing services |
| Long-distance out of state | $1,950 – $5,400 | 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 Wisconsin must hold intrastate motor-carrier operating authority from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) with insurance on file. Interstate movers also need a USDOT number — check it on our Verify page.
A local 1–2 bedroom move usually runs $350–$1,050, and a long-distance move out of state typically lands between $1,950 and $5,400 depending on distance and volume.
Late spring through early fall. Avoid the August Madison rush and deep-winter snow.
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