Origins: DFW, East Texas, Houston
Transit: Often same-week interstate corridors
Planning: Still interstate — confirm FMCSA authority.
Common shorter interstate hops from North and East Texas.
TX · Moving resource hub
Texas Moving Resource Hub: Costs, TxDMV Licensing & 254 County Guides
The independent planning hub for Texas moves in 2026 — typical costs, TxDMV vs FMCSA rules, metro and regional county guides, and tools to compare licensed movers without paid placements.
- 254 County Guides
- 6858+ Verified Movers
- TxDMV & FMCSA Checked
- Updated 2026
What kind of move are you planning?
Pick a path — we will jump you to the most relevant section of this hub.
Moving Within TexasConfirm in-state licensing rules, then compare local costs and open the counties you will use.Moving To TexasChoose a region first, then a county guide for access, seasonality, and metro logistics.Moving From TexasReview outbound corridors, confirm interstate FMCSA authority, and size inventory for the haul.Not Sure YetStart with how Texas markets differ, then use the calculator and map to narrow your plan.
Orientation
Why moving in Texas is different
Texas is not one moving market. DFW freeways, Houston humidity and flooding risk, Austin growth corridors, San Antonio military calendars, Permian Basin industrial traffic, and vast rural driveways produce different truck access, labor time, and soft costs — even when map miles look similar.
Intrastate household goods movers must hold an active Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) certificate. Interstate jobs need federal FMCSA authority. Summer heat, long intercity distances, and HOA-heavy suburbs are first-class planning inputs — then drill into the region and county that match your addresses.
Next: pick a region, open a county guide, or run the cost calculator.
At a glance
Texas moving snapshot
Snapshot figures are planning orientation only. Cost bands reflect typical Texas local and intrastate patterns; they are not bids. Mover counts combine curated county listings and verified directory carriers. Always compare written estimates from movers licensed for your route.
Typical local move (studio–2BR)
$450–$2,200+
Same metro; stairs, long carries, and HOAs push higher
Typical local move (3–4+ BR)
$1,600–$5,500+
Larger homes and heat-day crew hours common
Intrastate corridor (e.g. DFW ↔ Houston)
$2,200–$7,500+
Home size, packing, and season drive the spread
Peak season
May–September
Heat + school calendars; mid-week mornings help
Top inbound origins
CA · NY · IL · FL · CO
Interstate — confirm FMCSA authority
County guides
254
Major metros emphasized; full state coverage
Consumer protection
Texas moving regulations & consumer protection
Texas requires household goods movers operating in the state to be certified by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). Match the license to the job before you pay a deposit.
Intrastate · within TX
Intrastate (entirely within Texas)
Moves that start and end in Texas generally require an active TxDMV household goods / motor carrier certificate. Consumers can verify status in the TxDMV Truck Stop motor carrier lookup. Certificate numbers should appear on trucks, ads, and proposals.
Interstate · crosses a state line
Interstate (any leg outside Texas)
If origin or destination is outside Texas, the carrier generally needs active FMCSA operating authority and a USDOT number. Verify on FMCSA SAFER. A TxDMV certificate alone does not authorize an out-of-state delivery.
How to verify a mover is legally allowed to operate
- 1Classify the job: entirely in Texas (TxDMV) vs any out-of-state leg (FMCSA / USDOT).
- 2Copy the exact legal name and certificate / USDOT numbers from the written estimate.
- 3Intrastate: search the company in the TxDMV Truck Stop database and confirm Active status.
- 4Interstate: look up USDOT / MC on FMCSA SAFER; review out-of-service and authority status.
- 5Refuse large cash deposits to unverified operators; keep the estimate, inventory, and contract.
- 6Confirm cargo and liability insurance and how valuation coverage works before load day.
Consumer protections & disclosures
Written proposals & contracts
Licensed Texas movers should provide clear written proposals/contracts. Read every line before you sign and keep a copy.
Vehicle markings
TxDMV expects required markings (including certificate and USDOT information as applicable) on moving equipment. Missing markings can be a red flag.
Complaints
Document damage or disputes in writing. TxDMV consumer-protection resources and FMCSA (for interstate) may apply depending on the route.
- TxDMV — Don’t Make a Move Without Us
- TxDMV Truck Stop carrier lookup
- FMCSA SAFER — USDOT lookup
- Move Trust Hub — Verify a USDOT
Licensing rules and lookup tools can change. Always verify current certificate or authority status on official government sites for the company named on your estimate. This page is educational, not legal advice.
State → region → county
Explore by region
Texas is many markets. Start with a region, then open the county guide that matches your addresses. Expand a card to see every county in that region.
Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex
Freeway-dense suburbs, HOA tracts, and high-volume corporate and family moves across Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant.
12 counties- I-35 / I-20 / I-635 congestion and long portal-to-portal time
- HOA windows and new-construction access
Explore DFW counties →
Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex
Freeway-dense suburbs, HOA tracts, and high-volume corporate and family moves across Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant.
12 counties- I-35 / I-20 / I-635 congestion and long portal-to-portal time
- HOA windows and new-construction access
Explore DFW counties →
Greater Houston
Humidity, floodplain access planning, energy-sector calendars, and sprawling suburban HOAs from Harris to Fort Bend and Montgomery.
9 counties- Weather and flood-risk staging flexibility
- Long suburban carries and HOA rules
Explore Houston region →
Greater Houston
Humidity, floodplain access planning, energy-sector calendars, and sprawling suburban HOAs from Harris to Fort Bend and Montgomery.
9 counties- Weather and flood-risk staging flexibility
- Long suburban carries and HOA rules
Explore Houston region →
Austin & Central Texas
Fast-growth corridors, tech and university calendars, and steep demand for mid-week windows in Travis and Williamson.
7 counties- Apartment elevators and downtown staging limits
- Peak school-year and tech relocation demand
Explore Austin region →
Austin & Central Texas
Fast-growth corridors, tech and university calendars, and steep demand for mid-week windows in Travis and Williamson.
7 counties- Apartment elevators and downtown staging limits
- Peak school-year and tech relocation demand
Explore Austin region →
San Antonio & South-Central
Military PCS cycles, Hill Country approaches, and large family homes across Bexar and neighboring counties.
8 counties- Military calendar spikes
- Heat and longer suburban driveways
Explore San Antonio region →
San Antonio & South-Central
Military PCS cycles, Hill Country approaches, and large family homes across Bexar and neighboring counties.
8 counties- Military calendar spikes
- Heat and longer suburban driveways
Explore San Antonio region →
Rio Grande Valley & South Texas
Border metros, winter Texian/snowbird patterns, and bilingual service expectations in Hidalgo, Cameron, and Webb.
6 counties- Seasonal population swings
- Heat and long regional hauls
Explore South Texas →
Rio Grande Valley & South Texas
Border metros, winter Texian/snowbird patterns, and bilingual service expectations in Hidalgo, Cameron, and Webb.
6 counties- Seasonal population swings
- Heat and long regional hauls
Explore South Texas →
El Paso & Far West
Desert climate, mountain-edge access, and cross-border logistics context on the far western edge of the state.
2 counties- Desert heat windows
- Long distances to other Texas metros
Explore El Paso region →
El Paso & Far West
Desert climate, mountain-edge access, and cross-border logistics context on the far western edge of the state.
2 counties- Desert heat windows
- Long distances to other Texas metros
Explore El Paso region →
Permian Basin & West Texas
Energy-sector demand, industrial traffic, and sparse rural segments between Midland–Odessa and surrounding counties.
9 counties- Oilfield traffic and crew availability
- Long rural approaches
Explore West Texas →
Permian Basin & West Texas
Energy-sector demand, industrial traffic, and sparse rural segments between Midland–Odessa and surrounding counties.
9 counties- Oilfield traffic and crew availability
- Long rural approaches
Explore West Texas →
East Texas
Piney Woods towns, mixed suburban and rural lots, and corridors linking Tyler–Longview to Houston and DFW.
10 counties- Rural driveway access
- Longer hauls to major metros
Explore East Texas →
East Texas
Piney Woods towns, mixed suburban and rural lots, and corridors linking Tyler–Longview to Houston and DFW.
10 counties- Rural driveway access
- Longer hauls to major metros
Explore East Texas →
Panhandle & South Plains
Amarillo and Lubbock hubs, wind and weather exposure, and wide-open approaches across the plains.
7 counties- Wind and weather delays
- Distance between towns
Explore Panhandle / Plains →
Panhandle & South Plains
Amarillo and Lubbock hubs, wind and weather exposure, and wide-open approaches across the plains.
7 counties- Wind and weather delays
- Distance between towns
Explore Panhandle / Plains →
Coastal Bend
Corpus Christi and coastal humidity, hurricane-season flexibility, and port-adjacent logistics.
6 counties- Hurricane-season timing
- Humidity and coastal access
Explore Coastal Bend →
Coastal Bend
Corpus Christi and coastal humidity, hurricane-season flexibility, and port-adjacent logistics.
6 counties- Hurricane-season timing
- Humidity and coastal access
Explore Coastal Bend →
Hill Country, Borderlands & Rest of Texas
Smaller metros, Hill Country lots, agricultural properties, and long rural driveways outside the major hubs.
178 counties- Thin local crew coverage
- Long driveways and farm-adjacent access
Explore other Texas counties →
Hill Country, Borderlands & Rest of Texas
Smaller metros, Hill Country lots, agricultural properties, and long rural driveways outside the major hubs.
178 counties- Thin local crew coverage
- Long driveways and farm-adjacent access
Explore other Texas counties →
Counties in this region
- Anderson
- Archer
- Armstrong
- Bailey
- Baylor
- Bell
- Borden
- Bosque
- Bowie
- Brazos
- Brewster
- Briscoe
- Brooks
- Brown
- Burleson
- Calhoun
- Callahan
- Camp
- Carson
- Cass
- Castro
- Childress
- Clay
- Cochran
- Coke
- Coleman
- Collingsworth
- Colorado
- Comanche
- Concho
- Cooke
- Coryell
- Cottle
- Crockett
- Crosby
- Culberson
- Dallam
- Dawson
- Deaf Smith
- Delta
- DeWitt
- Dickens
- Dimmit
- Donley
- Duval
- Eastland
- Edwards
- Erath
- Falls
- Fannin
- Fayette
- Fisher
- Floyd
- Foard
- Franklin
- Freestone
- Frio
- Gaines
- Garza
- Gillespie
- Glasscock
- Goliad
- Gonzales
- Gray
- Grayson
- Grimes
- Hall
- Hamilton
- Hansford
- Hardeman
- Hardin
- Hartley
- Haskell
- Hemphill
- Henderson
- Hill
- Hockley
- Hopkins
- Houston
- Hutchinson
- Irion
- Jack
- Jackson
- Jasper
- Jeff Davis
- Jefferson
- Jim Hogg
- Jones
- Karnes
- Kenedy
- Kent
- Kerr
- Kimble
- King
- Kinney
- Knox
- La Salle
- Lamar
- Lamb
- Lampasas
- Lavaca
- Lee
- Leon
- Limestone
- Lipscomb
- Live Oak
- Llano
- Loving
- Lynn
- Madison
- Marion
- Mason
- Matagorda
- Maverick
- McCulloch
- McLennan
- McMullen
- Menard
- Milam
- Mills
- Mitchell
- Montague
- Moore
- Morris
- Motley
- Navarro
- Newton
- Nolan
- Ochiltree
- Oldham
- Orange
- Palo Pinto
- Parmer
- Polk
- Presidio
- Rains
- Reagan
- Real
- Red River
- Refugio
- Roberts
- Robertson
- Runnels
- Sabine
- San Augustine
- San Jacinto
- San Saba
- Schleicher
- Scurry
- Shackelford
- Shelby
- Sherman
- Somervell
- Stephens
- Sterling
- Stonewall
- Sutton
- Swisher
- Terrell
- Terry
- Throckmorton
- Titus
- Trinity
- Tyler
- Upton
- Uvalde
- Val Verde
- Van Zandt
- Victoria
- Walker
- Washington
- Wharton
- Wheeler
- Wilbarger
- Winkler
- Yoakum
- Young
- Zavala
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Planning ranges
Texas moving costs
Texas pricing reflects metro labor markets, long intercity distances, summer heat productivity, and HOA accessorials. Use ranges for planning, then inventory your home in the calculator.
How we estimate Texas moving costs
These ranges are planning estimates, not quotes. They combine typical Texas local and intrastate market patterns: home size, distance, accessorials (stairs, long carries, HOAs), seasonal demand, and regional labor rates. Actual bids vary. Always compare written estimates from movers with active TxDMV certificates for in-state work and FMCSA authority for interstate work.
Cost methodology last reviewed: July 22, 2026
| Move type | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Local studio / 1BR (simple access) | $450–$1,500+ | Higher with elevators or HOA rules |
| Local 2–3BR house | $1,400–$4,200+ | Suburban long carries common |
| Intrastate mid-size (e.g. Austin ↔ San Antonio) | $1,800–$5,500+ | Packing and season matter |
| Intrastate long (e.g. DFW ↔ Houston) | $2,200–$7,500+ | 3–4+ BR and full packing push the top |
| Typical 2-person crew (major metros) | $120–$200+/hr | Portal-to-portal; heat days may affect pace |
See detailed cost drivers
- Major metros (DFW, Houston, Austin) often price higher than rural counties.
- Summer heat favors early starts and can extend labor time.
- HOA move windows and gate lists add soft costs in master-planned suburbs.
- Long I-10 / I-35 / I-45 portal-to-portal time affects hourly bills.
- Peak May–September and end-of-month weekends fill crews early.
Popular Texas moving routes
Texas is a major inbound destination and a large internal market. Interstate jobs need FMCSA authority; in-state corridors need TxDMV-certified household goods movers.
Migration profile: inbound dominant
High-volume outbound corridors
Origins: DFW, Austin, Houston
Transit: Multi-day linehaul
Planning: Altitude and seasonal weather at destination matter.
Popular lifestyle outbound lane for metro Texas households.
Origins: Houston, DFW, San Antonio
Transit: Multi-day I-10 / southeastern corridors
Planning: Hurricane season and HOA rules at FL destinations.
Bi-directional Sun Belt traffic is common.
Inbound & destination highlights
California → Texas
Confirm interstate FMCSA authority and TxDMV for any in-state second hop.
Moving to Dallas County / DFW
Freeway density and HOA suburbs define many arrivals.
Moving to Harris County / Houston
Humidity, sprawl, and floodplain access planning.
Moving to Travis County / Austin
Growth corridors and apartment elevators are common.
Texas-specific moving challenges & tips
These issues show up constantly on real Texas moves — not generic national checklist filler.
Summer heat & early starts
June–September heat is operational, not cosmetic. Prefer early load windows, hydration plans, and realistic labor time for multi-story homes.
Metro freeway congestion
DFW, Houston, and Austin portal-to-portal time often exceeds map estimates at peak. Ask whether quotes are portal-to-portal.
HOA and master-planned communities
Many suburbs require Certificates of Insurance, approved hours, and gate lists. Collect the packet before move day.
Rural and ranch access
Outside metros, long driveways, soft shoulders, and limited turnarounds can force smaller trucks or long carries.
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Severe weather flexibility
Thunderstorms, flooding, and Gulf storms can force reschedules. Build buffer into load/delivery windows.
Long distances between hubs
El Paso, Lubbock, the Valley, and East Texas are not “local” to DFW or Houston. Treat long in-state hauls as distance moves with correct licensing.
Complete directory
All 254 county guides
Badges reflect listed mover inventory: Deep guide when more than 30 movers serve the county, Limited when 30 or fewer. Expand for the full list.
Deep guide · 31+ moversLimited · ≤30 movers
Bell
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Bexar
San Antonio
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Brazoria
Angleton
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Collin
McKinney
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Denton
Denton
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El Paso
El Paso
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Fort Bend
Richmond
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Galveston
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Harris
Houston
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Hays
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Hidalgo
Edinburg
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Montgomery
Conroe
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Nueces
Corpus Christi
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Tarrant
Fort Worth
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Travis
Austin
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Williamson
Georgetown
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Anderson
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Andrews
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Angelina
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Aransas
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Archer
Archer City
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Armstrong
Claude
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Atascosa
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Austin
Bellville
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Bailey
Muleshoe
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Bandera
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Bastrop
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Baylor
Seymour
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Bee
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Blanco
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Borden
Gail
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Bosque
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Bowie
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Brazos
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Brewster
Alpine
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Briscoe
Silverton
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Brooks
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Brown
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Burleson
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Burnet
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Caldwell
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Calhoun
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Callahan
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Cameron
Brownsville
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Camp
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Carson
Panhandle
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Cass
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Castro
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Chambers
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Cherokee
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Childress
Childress
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Clay
Henrietta
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Cochran
Morton
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Coke
Robert Lee
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Coleman
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Collingsworth
Wellington
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Colorado
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Comal
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Comanche
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Concho
Paint Rock
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Cooke
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Coryell
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Cottle
Paducah
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Crane
Crane
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Crockett
Ozona
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Crosby
Crosbyton
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Culberson
Van Horn
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Dallam
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Dawson
Lamesa
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Deaf Smith
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Delta
Cooper
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DeWitt
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Dickens
Dickens
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Dimmit
Carrizo Springs
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Donley
Clarendon
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Duval
San Diego
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Eastland
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Ector
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Edwards
Rocksprings
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Ellis
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Erath
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Falls
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Fannin
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Fayette
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Fisher
Roby
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Floyd
Floydada
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Foard
Crowell
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Franklin
Mount Vernon
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Freestone
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Frio
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Gaines
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Garza
Post
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Gillespie
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Glasscock
Garden City
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Goliad
Goliad
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Gonzales
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Gray
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Grayson
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Gregg
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Grimes
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Guadalupe
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Hale
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Hall
Memphis
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Hamilton
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Hansford
Spearman
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Hardeman
Quanah
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Hardin
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Harrison
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Hartley
Channing
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Haskell
Haskell
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Hemphill
Canadian
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Henderson
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Hill
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Hockley
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Hood
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Hopkins
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Houston
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Howard
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Hudspeth
Sierra Blanca
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Hunt
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Hutchinson
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Irion
Mertzon
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Jack
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Jackson
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Jasper
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Jeff Davis
Fort Davis
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Jefferson
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Jim Hogg
Hebbronville
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Jim Wells
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Johnson
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Jones
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Karnes
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Kaufman
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Kendall
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Kenedy
Sarita
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Kent
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Kerr
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Kimble
Junction
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King
Guthrie
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Kinney
Brackettville
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Kleberg
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Knox
Benjamin
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La Salle
Cotulla
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Lamar
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Lamb
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Lampasas
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Lavaca
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Lee
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Leon
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Liberty
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Limestone
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Lipscomb
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Live Oak
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Llano
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Loving
Mentone
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Lubbock
Lubbock
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Lynn
Tahoka
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Madison
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Marion
Jefferson
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Martin
Stanton
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Mason
Mason
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Matagorda
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Maverick
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McCulloch
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McLennan
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McMullen
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Medina
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Menard
Menard
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Midland
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Milam
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Mills
Goldthwaite
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Mitchell
Colorado City
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Montague
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Moore
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Morris
Daingerfield
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Motley
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Nacogdoches
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Navarro
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Newton
Newton
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Nolan
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Ochiltree
Perryton
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Oldham
Vega
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Orange
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Palo Pinto
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Panola
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Parker
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Parmer
Farwell
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Pecos
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Polk
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Potter
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Presidio
Marfa
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Rains
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Randall
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Reagan
Big Lake
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Real
Leakey
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Red River
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Reeves
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Refugio
Refugio
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Roberts
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Robertson
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Rockwall
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Runnels
Ballinger
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Rusk
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Sabine
Hemphill
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San Augustine
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San Jacinto
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San Patricio
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San Saba
San Saba
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Schleicher
Eldorado
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Scurry
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Shackelford
Albany
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Shelby
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Sherman
Stratford
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Smith
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Somervell
Glen Rose
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Starr
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Stephens
Breckenridge
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Sterling
Sterling City
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Stonewall
Aspermont
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Sutton
Sonora
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Swisher
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Taylor
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Terrell
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Terry
Brownfield
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Throckmorton
Throckmorton
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Titus
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Tom Green
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Trinity
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Tyler
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Upshur
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Upton
Rankin
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Uvalde
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Val Verde
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Van Zandt
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Victoria
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Walker
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Waller
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Ward
Monahans
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Washington
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Webb
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Wharton
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Wheeler
Wheeler
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Wichita
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Wilbarger
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Willacy
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Wilson
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Winkler
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Wise
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Wood
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Yoakum
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Young
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Zapata
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Zavala
Crystal City
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Tools & planning
Use these tools before you request quotes — inventory accuracy and license checks save money and stress.
Free moving calculatorInventory-based volume and cost planning for local, intrastate, or interstate Texas moves.Verify a USDOTLook up interstate authority before you pay a deposit on a cross-state move.Interstate mover directorySearch licensed carriers nationwide — same tools used across Move Trust Hub.How we score moversIndependent methodology — no lead fees, no paid placement for rankings.Moving timeline checklistInterstate-ready planning checklist you can adapt for Texas local and long moves.Packing checklistRoom-by-room packing guidance before your crew arrival window.
Trust, methodology & editorial standards
Curated by the Move Trust Hub editorial team
Last reviewed: July 22, 2026
County guides combine public licensing checks, directory verification, and editorial research. Rankings and listings are independent — we do not accept lead fees or paid placement for inclusion. Cost ranges are planning estimates derived from typical Texas market patterns, not live bids.
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Texas moving FAQ
State-level answers only — open a county guide for neighborhood access, parking, and local market detail.
How are movers regulated in Texas?
Intrastate household goods movers generally need an active Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) certificate. Interstate moves that cross state lines require federal FMCSA operating authority and a USDOT number. Confirm which framework applies to your exact origin and destination and verify status on official tools (TxDMV Truck Stop and FMCSA SAFER).
How do I verify a Texas mover is licensed?
Search the company name or certificate in the TxDMV Truck Stop motor carrier lookup and confirm Active status. For interstate work, also verify USDOT / MC on FMCSA SAFER. Match the legal name on your estimate to the official record before you pay a deposit.
When is the best time to move in Texas?
Demand peaks late spring through early fall and around month-end leases. Mid-week mornings outside peak summer heat are often easier for crew availability and HOA windows. Extreme heat can affect summer pacing even when crews are available.
Why do Texas moves vary so much in price?
Metro labor markets, HOA accessorials, stairs/long carries, heat, and long intercity distances drive spreads. Rural jobs may add travel time. Use county guides for local access tips and the calculator for inventory-based planning.
Do I need different movers for local vs interstate Texas moves?
Not always, but the license must match the job. A TxDMV-certified intrastate operator may not hold FMCSA interstate authority. Always verify TxDMV for in-state work and FMCSA for out-of-state work — some companies hold both.
What should I watch for with unlicensed movers in Texas?
TxDMV warns consumers that unlicensed operators are illegal for household goods work. Avoid large cash deposits, demand written contracts, and verify Active certificate status in Truck Stop before load day.
Plan your move in Texas
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Planning a move in Texas?
Local movers handle in-county and short-distance relocations. For interstate moves, use our free calculator to estimate volume, then compare FMCSA-licensed carriers in the directory.