Philadelphia Movers: Compare 199 Moving Companies in Philadelphia, PA

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Philadelphia moving companies at a glance

We found 199 moving companies in Philadelphia and its suburbs that are registered with FMCSA to carry household goods, have updated their registration in the last three years and run at least one truck. Together they report 851 trucks.

158 hold active interstate household-goods authority, so they can legally carry a move to another state.
33 are registered for moves within Pennsylvania only.
87 have been on the USDOT register for 10 years or more. The median is 7 years. The longest-registered, Hughes Relocation Services INC, was added in 1974.
46 run five or more trucks. Larger fleets usually have more scheduling flexibility, but size alone says nothing about quality.

Where they're based: Philadelphia (49), Pottstown (6), Wilmington (5), West Chester (4), Norristown (4), Southampton (4), Marlton (4), Bensalem (4), Jackson (4), Lansdale (3).

How companies are listed

Listings come from the FMCSA Company Census File, the federal register of companies with a USDOT number (data as of 2026-11-15). We include active registrations that list household goods as cargo, have a moving-related business name, a registration updated within three years, and at least one truck. Order is by fleet size by default. We don't accept payment for placement on this list. If we ever show sponsored companies, they will be clearly labelled. A listing is not an endorsement, and the register doesn't include customer reviews or prices. Report an error or request a correction.

How to choose a moving company in Philadelphia

Moving to another state? Use the Interstate filter above and check the company's FMCSA record.
Moving within Pennsylvania? Check the state license too. See below.
Get at least three written estimates after a video or in-home survey.
Compare valuation coverage, the type of estimate and the delivery window, not just the price.
Avoid companies that ask for a large deposit or quote without seeing your belongings. Scam red flags.

Licensing: checking a Philadelphia mover

Rules for moves that stay within Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Pennsylvania 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 a move to another state, check the USDOT number on FMCSA. Step-by-step guide.

What movers cost in Philadelphia

A local 2-bedroom move within Philadelphia often falls roughly in the $950–$2,250 range, depending on access, stairs and hours. Longer moves are priced by weight and distance:

To	Approx. road distance	Move type	Rough range, 2-bedroom
New York, NY	~96 mi	Local	$1,300 – $2,800	Get quotes
Washington, DC	~148 mi	Interstate	$1,600 – $2,900	Get quotes
Boston, MA	~315 mi	Interstate	$1,900 – $3,400	Get quotes
Los Angeles, CA	~2,823 mi	Interstate	$6,050 – $10,550	Get quotes
Miami, FL	~1,212 mi	Interstate	$3,350 – $5,950	Get quotes
Dallas, TX	~1,532 mi	Interstate	$3,900 – $6,850	Get quotes

Distances are approximate. Ranges are rough planning figures for an off-peak 2-bedroom move without packing, not quotes. How we estimate.

Moving services in Philadelphia

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Nearby areas

We also take requests from Pottstown, Wilmington, West Chester, Norristown, Southampton, Marlton and the rest of the Philadelphia area.

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Frequently asked questions

How many moving companies are there in Philadelphia?

Our directory lists 199 companies based in the Philadelphia area that are registered with FMCSA for household goods, with a current registration and at least one truck (FMCSA data as of 2026-11-15). 158 of them hold active interstate authority.

How do I know if a Philadelphia mover is legitimate?

Look it up by USDOT number on FMCSA. Each listing above links to its FMCSA record. For moves within Pennsylvania, also check the state license. Get a written estimate and avoid large upfront deposits.

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