Find registered moving companies across Iowa: city directories, movers outside the major metro areas, and how moving companies are licensed in the state. Our directory lists 66 moving companies in Iowa registered with FMCSA to carry household goods.
Registered movers in Iowa by city
| City area | Registered movers | Interstate authority | In-state only | Median time registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 23 | 17 | 6 | 6 yrs |
Largest registered fleets in Iowa
| Company | Based in | Trucks | On register | Interstate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adamantine Spine Moving | Iowa City | 37 | 20 yrs | Yes |
| Boost Express Van Lines INC | Davenport | 37 | 13 yrs | Yes |
| Maher Bros Transfer And Storage INC | Cedar Rapids | 32 | 52 yrs | Yes |
| Lint Van Lines INC | Des Moines | 27 | 33 yrs | Yes |
| Two Men And A Truck | Urbandale | 23 | 28 yrs | Yes |
| Two Men And A Truck | Urbandale | 22 | 2 yrs | Yes |
| Dubuque Moving & Storage INC | Dubuque | 22 | 24 yrs | Yes |
| Two Men And A Truck | Cedar Rapids | 21 | 14 yrs | Yes |
| White Transfer And Storage Company | Fort Dodge | 12 | 52 yrs | In-state |
| White Glove Movers | Marion | 12 | 0 yrs | Yes |
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, data as of 2026-11-15. Fleet size is not a measure of quality. A listing is not an endorsement.
Moving regulations in Iowa
Rules for moves that stay within Iowa vary. Some states license or register household-goods movers through their transportation department or public utilities commission, while others don't. Ask the mover for any Iowa license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Iowa attorney general's consumer protection office. For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority.
For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority. How to check a moving company.
Moving services
- Local Movers
- Long Distance Movers
- Interstate Movers
- Apartment Movers
- Office & Commercial Movers
- Packing Services
- Storage and Moving
- Last-Minute & Same-Day Movers
Frequently asked questions
Do movers in Iowa need a license?
Rules for moves that stay within Iowa vary. Some states license or register household-goods movers through their transportation department or public utilities commission, while others don't. Ask the mover for any Iowa license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Iowa attorney general's consumer protection office. For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority.
How much does it cost to move within Iowa?
Local moves are usually charged by the hour and long moves by weight and distance. See our moving cost guide for rough ranges.