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Moving in Nashville, TN

Compare 6 local moving pros. Typical service: $593–$1484.

Top Moving Companies in Nashville

  1. 1.All My Sons Moving & Storage

    4.5★ (3,565 reviews)

    4.5★ from 3565 reviews

    +16152059240Website

  2. 2.True Friends Moving Company

    4.7★ (1,976 reviews)

    4.7★ from 1976 reviews

    +16152402811Website

  3. 3.TNT Moving & Logistics, LLC

    5.0★ (695 reviews)

    5.0★ from 695 reviews

    +16152906027Website

  4. 4.Coleman American Moving Services, Inc.

    4.7★ (875 reviews)

    4.7★ from 875 reviews

    +18776937060Website

  5. 5.Bo's Moving Company

    3.0★ (60 reviews)

    3.0★ from 60 reviews

    +16159418644Website

  6. 6.VIP Moving and Storage

    4.2★ (13 reviews)

    4.2★ from 13 reviews

    +16155866676

Moving Cost in Nashville

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Nashville
Local move (2-bedroom)$593–$1,484/move
Two-mover crew$89–$138/hour
Studio or 1-bedroom move$297–$791/move
Packing service$247–$791/job

Moving prices in Nashville run about 1% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Nashville, rated 4.3★ on average across 7,184 customer reviews.

Nashville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Nashville's weather means for scheduling moving.

Last spring frost
April 5
First fall frost
November 1
Annual precipitation
47.25"
Heating degree days
3,688
Cooling degree days
1,647
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan28.4°46.9°3.75"
Feb31.6°51.8°3.94"
Mar39°61°4.11"
Apr47.5°70.5°4"
May56.8°78.2°5.5"
Jun65.4°86°4.14"
Jul69.5°89.3°3.64"
Aug68.4°89°3.17"
Sep60.7°82.4°3.41"
Oct48.9°71.7°3.04"
Nov39.4°60.3°4.31"
Dec31.3°49.5°4.24"

NOAA station data 6.86 miles from Nashville.

Permits & Regulations in TN

  • Moves within Tennessee require intrastate operating authority from the Tennessee Department of Revenue, with liability and cargo insurance on file
  • Moves that cross state lines require the mover to hold a USDOT number and FMCSA operating authority
  • Ask for the mover's state certificate or registration number and confirm it with the issuing agency before booking

License required: Tennessee intrastate authority (Department of Revenue)

Sources: www.law.cornell.edu, www.fmcsa.dot.gov

Moving FAQs for Nashville

How much do movers cost in Nashville?

A local 2-bedroom move in Nashville typically runs $593-$1484, depending on crew size and hours.

How many moving companies serve Nashville?

We track 6 moving companies serving Nashville.

Do movers need a license in TN?

In TN, Moves within Tennessee require intrastate operating authority from the Tennessee Department of Revenue, with liability and cargo insurance on file. Moves that leave the state also need federal FMCSA authority.

Are movers in Nashville more expensive than average?

Moving labor in Nashville runs about -1.1% versus the national average.

When is the cheapest time to move in Nashville?

Weekdays and the off-season: summer is peak moving season, and with Nashville highs near 89F crews book early morning starts first.

Is winter a good time to move in Nashville?

Rates are usually lower, but with lows near 28F in Nashville, plan for icy walkways and protect floors from tracked-in slush.

How are local moves priced in Nashville?

Most Nashville movers bill hourly for a crew and truck with a minimum; a typical 2-bedroom move totals $593-$1484.

How do I avoid moving scams in Nashville?

Get a written estimate after an in-person or video walkthrough, and be wary of a Nashville quote far below the typical $593-$1484.