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A local move in Madison typically costs $110–$160 per hour for a two- to three-person crew with a truck, while long-distance moves generally run $4,000–$8,500. Wisconsin movers must hold intrastate operating authority from WisDOT, issued as an “LC” number—ask for it, and verify any interstate mover’s USDOT number with the FMCSA. Getting at least three quotes can save you up to $150.
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From a Willy Street apartment to a Nakoma bungalow to a campus-area move on the isthmus, moving in Madison means planning around tight downtown streets, a famously crowded August lease turnover, and real Wisconsin winters. The right local mover makes it easy. Below you’ll find top-rated moving companies in Madison with addresses and phone numbers, what a move costs here, the neighborhoods and ZIP codes we cover, and why comparing a few quotes puts money back in your pocket.
Top-Rated Moving Companies in Madison
These established Madison-area movers are among the highest-rated in Dane County. Contact one directly, or click Compare Quotes to get competing prices from several at once—that’s where the savings come from:
Business details and Google ratings are from public sources and may change—ask an in-state mover for its WisDOT LC number, or verify an interstate mover with the FMCSA, before booking.
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Two reputable Madison movers can quote very different prices for the same job—based on their schedule, crew, and how much they want the work that week. Call just one company and you have no way to know if you’re getting a fair deal.
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For a local Madison move, expect roughly $110–$160 per hour for a two- to three-person crew with a truck. Here’s what that works out to by home size:
Home size
Typical crew
Typical local move cost
Studio / 1 bedroom
2 movers
$450 – $800
2 bedrooms
3 movers
$800 – $1,400
3 bedrooms
3–4 movers
$1,300 – $2,200
4+ bedrooms
4–5 movers
$2,000 – $3,600+
Long-distance moves from Madison generally run $4,000–$8,500+, driven mostly by weight and distance. Estimate your move below—then compare quotes to beat the average:
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The August 15 crunch. Most Madison leases turn over on August 14–15, so much of the city moves at once—movers book out weeks ahead and streets clog. Reserve early if you’re moving then.
Isthmus & campus parking. Downtown and near-campus streets are narrow and permit-controlled—ask your mover about a temporary no-parking permit to reserve curb space for the truck.
Winter is real. Snow and ice run from late fall into spring—salt and clear your walkways, keep the heat on at both ends, and give the crew extra time.
Older homes, tighter stairs. Near-campus and isthmus rentals often mean second- and third-floor walk-ups with no elevator—flag flights of stairs so the crew size and quote are right.
Verify Wisconsin authority. In-state movers need WisDOT operating authority (an “LC” number)—ask for it before you book.
Madison Neighborhoods We Cover
We connect you with movers across every Madison neighborhood, including:
Movers in our network serve Madison ZIP codes citywide, plus Dane County communities like Middleton, Fitchburg, Sun Prairie, Verona, Waunakee, and Monona:
How much can I save by comparing Madison moving companies?
People who get at least three quotes from local moving companies can save up to $150 on their move. Madison movers price the same job differently depending on their schedule, crew, and how booked they are, so comparing several quotes side by side is an easy way to avoid overpaying—and Find Movers Now makes it quick and free.
How much do movers cost in Madison?
For a local Madison move, expect roughly $110-$160 per hour for a two- to three-person crew with a truck, so a one-bedroom often runs $450-$800 and a three-bedroom home $1,300-$2,200. Long-distance moves generally run about $4,000-$8,500 depending on weight and distance. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate, then compare quotes.
How do I verify a Madison moving company is licensed?
Movers operating within Wisconsin must hold intrastate motor carrier operating authority from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), issued as an ‘LC’ (Local Cartage) number. Wisconsin doesn’t publish an online lookup, so ask the company for its LC number and confirm it with WisDOT’s Motor Carrier Registration Unit. For interstate moves, verify the USDOT number with the FMCSA, and file any consumer complaints with Wisconsin DATCP.
What is Madison’s August 15 moving day?
Most Madison leases turn over on August 14-15, so thousands of tenants move on the same couple of days—especially near campus and on the isthmus. Streets get jammed, curbside space disappears, and movers book out weeks (sometimes months) in advance. If you’re moving then, reserve early and get your quotes well ahead.
Do I need a parking permit for a moving truck in Madison?
Often, yes. Downtown, the isthmus, and the campus area have permit and metered parking, and the city can issue a temporary no-parking permit to reserve curb space for a moving truck. Many movers arrange this—ask when you book, and confirm the truck won’t conflict with street cleaning or snow-emergency routes.
How do Madison movers handle winter snow and ice?
Wisconsin winters are no joke, and local crews work through them all season—protecting floors from salt and slush and taking extra care on icy steps. If you’re moving in winter, salt and clear your walkways, keep the heat on at both ends, and stay a little flexible on timing.
When is the best time to move in Madison?
Late spring through early fall brings the easiest weather, but mid-August is the city’s busiest and priciest stretch because of the lease turnover. Winter is cheaper and easier to book if you can handle snow. A weekday, mid-month date usually costs less—book early and compare quotes.
What areas of Madison do you serve?
We connect you with movers across the whole city—from Downtown and the isthmus to Vilas, Regent, Schenk-Atwood, and the west side—covering Madison ZIP codes in the 537xx range, plus Dane County communities like Middleton, Fitchburg, Sun Prairie, Verona, Waunakee, and Monona.
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