Movers in Dallas, TX
Dallas–Fort Worth is the fastest-growing large metro in the country and the second-largest moving market in Texas. Corporate relocations to Plano, Frisco, and Legacy West keep prices firm — mover schedules book weekday slots first for HR-referred moves. Inter-suburb hauls are long (Plano to Mansfield is over an hour), so travel time is a real quote input, and DFW's toll-road network shows up as a line item on many bids.
Average Dallas Moving Costs (2026)
- Studio: $425 – $875
- 1-bedroom: $700 – $1,450
- 2-bedroom: $1,100 – $2,300
- 3-bedroom: $1,900 – $3,800
See the full breakdown on our Dallas moving cost guide.
Long-distance from Dallas to Houston, Austin, or Oklahoma City runs $1,400 – $2,800. Out-of-state to Phoenix, Atlanta, or Nashville starts around $4,200; NYC or LA cross-country typically $5,500 – $9,500.
Neighborhoods we cover
- Dallas — Uptown, Deep Ellum, Bishop Arts, Lakewood, Highland Park, Preston Hollow
- North — Plano, Frisco, Allen, McKinney, Richardson, Prosper
- Mid-Cities — Irving, Las Colinas, Grapevine, Coppell, Southlake
- Fort Worth side — Arlington, Mansfield, Fort Worth, Keller
Local quirks every Dallas mover knows
- Corporate relocation packages (Toyota, Liberty Mutual, JPMorgan, Charles Schwab) keep Plano/Frisco/Las Colinas pricing 15–25% above other DFW zips.
- Tornado season (April–June) — reputable movers carry a written weather-delay policy and monitor NWS Fort Worth warnings live.
- Dallas North Tollway, Sam Rayburn, President George Bush, DFW Airport tolls — confirm whether tolls are included in the bid or billed as a pass-through.
- Uptown and Downtown high-rises (Museum Tower, Ritz, Victory Park) require COIs and freight-elevator reservations; suburban master-planned communities require gate codes 24 hours ahead.
- Summer heat premiums (June–September) — 7 AM starts are standard and cost 10–20% less in labor hours than 10 AM starts.
Best time to move in Dallas
Peak is May through August (school + corporate). Late October through early February is the cheapest window; December is quietest and mover availability is best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are DFW corporate relocations more expensive than a normal move?
Yes — movers on preferred HR vendor lists in Plano, Frisco, and Las Colinas typically quote 15–25% above their retail rate because they're pricing against relocation packages, not individual customers. A competitive marketplace bid usually lands 15–25% below what an HR-referred single vendor quotes.
How do tornado warnings affect a Dallas move?
April through June, book with a mover that has a written weather-delay clause and monitors NWS Fort Worth alerts live. Movers will typically reschedule inside a Tornado Watch and always inside a Warning at no cost. Get the reschedule policy in writing before you pay a deposit.
Will my Dallas bid include toll charges?
Not always. The Dallas North Tollway, PGBT (President George Bush), Sam Rayburn, and DFW Airport tolls add real cost on inter-suburb moves. Ask each bidder whether tolls are baked in or passed through — a 3-hour Plano→Arlington move can accumulate $30–$60 in tolls.
Do Uptown or Downtown Dallas high-rises require a COI?
Yes — Museum Tower, The House, Ritz-Carlton Residences, Victory Park towers, and most Uptown mid-rises require a COI naming the building and management company 48–72 hours ahead, plus a 2-hour freight-elevator reservation.