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Moving in Salt Lake City, UT

Compare 5 local moving pros. Typical service: $659–$1647.

Top Moving Companies in Salt Lake City

  1. 1.Best of Utah Moving Company

    5.0★ (3,923 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3923 reviews

  2. 2.Moving Connections

    4.9★ (526 reviews)

    4.9★ from 526 reviews

  3. 3.Two Men and a Truck Moving

    4.9★ (440 reviews)

    4.9★ from 440 reviews

  4. 4.Pink Zebra Moving of Salt Lake City, UT

    4.9★ (94 reviews)

    4.9★ from 94 reviews

  5. 5.A1 Moving Specialists

    4.0★ (18 reviews)

    4.0★ from 18 reviews

Moving Cost in Salt Lake City

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

ServiceTypical range in Salt Lake City
Local move (2-bedroom)$659–$1,647/move
Two-mover crew$99–$154/hour
Studio or 1-bedroom move$329–$878/move
Packing service$275–$878/job

Moving prices in Salt Lake City run about 10% above 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 5 companies serving Salt Lake City, rated 4.7★ on average across 5,001 customer reviews.

Salt Lake City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Salt Lake City's weather means for scheduling moving.

Last spring frost
April 20
First fall frost
October 23
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,607
Cooling degree days
1,159
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.6°37.4°1.25"
Feb25.2°43.2°1.25"
Mar33.6°53.7°1.79"
Apr39.5°61.6°1.99"
May47.8°71.9°1.95"
Jun56.4°83°0.98"
Jul64.7°92.6°0.61"
Aug63.4°90.5°0.69"
Sep53°79.2°1.21"
Oct41.3°64.7°1.52"
Nov30.6°49.4°1.45"
Dec22.6°38°1.41"

NOAA station data 1.83 miles from Salt Lake City.

Permits & Regulations in UT

  • Utah has no household goods mover license, but intrastate movers register with the Utah Department of Transportation and certify insurance annually
  • Moves that cross state lines require the mover to hold a USDOT number and FMCSA operating authority
  • With no state mover license to check, get a written estimate and confirm the company's insurance before booking

License required: UDOT intrastate registration (no household goods license)

Sources: www.udot.utah.gov, www.fmcsa.dot.gov

Moving FAQs for Salt Lake City

How much do movers cost in Salt Lake City?

A local 2-bedroom move in Salt Lake City typically runs $659-$1647, depending on crew size and hours.

How many moving companies serve Salt Lake City?

We track 5 moving companies serving Salt Lake City.

Do movers need a license in UT?

In UT, Utah has no household goods mover license, but intrastate movers register with the Utah Department of Transportation and certify insurance annually. Moves that leave the state also need federal FMCSA authority.

Are movers in Salt Lake City more expensive than average?

Moving labor in Salt Lake City runs about +9.8% versus the national average.

When is the cheapest time to move in Salt Lake City?

Weekdays and the off-season: summer is peak moving season, and with Salt Lake City highs near 93F crews book early morning starts first.

Is winter a good time to move in Salt Lake City?

Rates are usually lower, but with lows near 22F in Salt Lake City, plan for icy walkways and protect floors from tracked-in slush.

How are local moves priced in Salt Lake City?

Most Salt Lake City movers bill hourly for a crew and truck with a minimum; a typical 2-bedroom move totals $659-$1647.

How do I avoid moving scams in Salt Lake City?

Get a written estimate after an in-person or video walkthrough, and be wary of a Salt Lake City quote far below the typical $659-$1647.