Compare NYSDOT-authorized, independently checked moving companies across New York — and hire the ones we've actually verified.
New York is two moving markets in one: the vertical, permit-and-elevator world of New York City, and the long-distance upstate corridors that stretch past Albany to Buffalo. In the city, walk-ups, certificate-of-insurance requirements for buildings, and no-parking realities make an experienced crew essential.
In New York, a company moving household goods within the state must hold operating authority from the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT); interstate movers also need a federal USDOT number. Our Vetted & Verified badge confirms the authority that applies to your move.
A sample from the 871 companies listed in New York — verified movers first. Check any credential yourself before you book.
The movers in our directory serve every major region of New York. Here's what to know about the busiest ones.
Walk-ups, building COIs and loading restrictions make this the most logistics-heavy market in the country.
Brownstone stairs and narrow streets — crews price for access as much as distance.
Suburban volume with heavy seasonal turnover through the summer.
An upstate value market; most moves here are longer-haul jobs.
Steady demand and a strong base of established local carriers.
The capital region and a common hub for moves between the city and upstate.
Typical ranges to budget from — always confirm with a written estimate.
| Move type | Typical range | What drives the price |
|---|---|---|
| Local move (1–2 bedroom) | $500 – $1,400 | Crew size, stairs/elevator, parking access |
| Local move (3–4 bedroom) | $1,200 – $3,200 | Volume, hourly crew, packing services |
| Long-distance out of state | $2,700 – $6,800 | 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 New York must hold operating authority from the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT). Interstate movers also need an active USDOT number, which you can check on our Verify page.
A local 1–2 bedroom move typically runs $500–$1,400 (more in Manhattan with walk-ups), and a long-distance move out of state usually lands between $2,700 and $6,800.
Fall and winter, mid-week and mid-month. Summer and month-end — when most city leases turn over — are the priciest windows.
Look for NYSDOT authority for in-state moves and a valid USDOT for interstate, plus a real business that can produce a certificate of insurance. Those are the checks behind our badges.
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