2017 Trends in Moving - MyMovingReviews Annual data Report

Notas del editor

1. In 2017 we are seeing an increase by 5% in the interstate moves, compared to 2016. Whereas the exact reasons behind those moves may be unclear, one thing we can say for sure - whether it is a new job or home, or family, Americans are not afraid to go the extra miles in pursuit of happiness.
2. These have been the busiest routes in 2017 based on inquiries we have received from people looking for full service movers. The busiest moving route of 2017 is California - Texas.
3. More than 60% of the moves happened during the spring, summer and until mid fall. Between spring and fall, it turns out that Americans prefer to postpone the move and wait for the fall season. June is the busiest month for moving, whereas December, January and February are slow.
4. Most of the moves this year have been small moves, with 1-bedroom being the most common home size. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Americans choose to move less of their furniture, because with brands like IKEA becoming more and more popular, it is not profitable to ship all of your furniture any more.
5. Average price for a move with the longest route – from Florida to California is $4047. Based on the reviews we have received over the year, a move from New York to Florida and vice versa will be around $3500. It seems that the length of the route is a less determining factor as we see a higher average price for a shorter route – New Jersey to Florida - $3618. Same trend applies for the shortest route as well. The economic environment of the region can be a greater factor in pricing.
6. Top net in-bound migration indicates that there are more people entering than leaving an area, while out-bound migration indicates the reverse trend. The state of Florida and the city of Denver, CO are the current leaders in positive net in-bound migration, as opposed to New York State with the first place in state net out-bound migration.
7. Top net in-bound migration indicates that there are more people entering than leaving an area, while out-bound migration indicates the reverse trend. The state of Florida and the city of Denver, CO are the current leaders in positive net in-bound migration, as opposed to New York State with the first place in state net out-bound migration.
8. It seems logical to start your move in Friday and utilize the weekend at its best. That is why we shouldn't be surprised that most of the moves have started on Friday. This day accounts for almost 20% of the moves in 2017.
9. Data is based on quotes and reviews submitted to MyMovingReviews.com and its network. Sources: 118.611 quotes provided from www.MyMovingLoads.com 19.570 moving reviews submitted to www.MyMovingReviews.com