{"id":7559,"date":"2022-06-01T17:13:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-01T17:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/?p=7559"},"modified":"2026-01-13T17:43:19","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T17:43:19","slug":"how-much-do-movers-make","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/how-much-do-movers-make\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Do Movers Make?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p><em>Here we\u2019ll look into how much movers make across the country, how much you should tip them, and how knowing this can help you plan your next move.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#h-why-should-you-care\" >Why Should You Care?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#national-and-regional-averages\" >National and Regional Averages<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-percentage-should-you-tip-movers\" >What Percentage Should You Tip Movers?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ways-to-plan-beforehand\" >Ways To Plan Beforehand<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/nav><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/04\/Pin-Random-Blogs-1-Promo-1-2-576x1024.png\" alt=\"downloadable graphic reading, &quot;moving blog, how much do movers make?&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-7837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/04\/Pin-Random-Blogs-1-Promo-1-2-576x1024.png 576w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/04\/Pin-Random-Blogs-1-Promo-1-2-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/04\/Pin-Random-Blogs-1-Promo-1-2-768x1365.png 768w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/04\/Pin-Random-Blogs-1-Promo-1-2-864x1536.png 864w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2022\/04\/Pin-Random-Blogs-1-Promo-1-2.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><figcaption>Save our blog to Pinterest!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-should-you-care\"><strong>Why Should You Care?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A common question amongst the public is how much people make in various professions. Yes, you can argue it&#8217;s nobody\u2019s business what someone earns. However, knowing average pay can also serve as extremely useful information for the future. It\u2019s especially useful to be aware of the salaries of professions you\u2019ll likely deal with at some point down the line. Movers fall perfectly into this category. Moving is stressful, so knowing the average wage of movers and how much to tip them beforehand will help you plan the finances of your move. Now that you know why you should care let\u2019s answer the question: How much do movers make?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Let\u2019s examine what movers are being paid in different parts of the country:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"national-and-regional-averages\"><strong>National and Regional Averages<\/strong><em><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning on hiring movers for your relocation within the United States be prepared to pay about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talent.com\/salary?job=movers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$16.50 per hour<\/a>. That\u2019s the national average according to Talent.com. This average is based on data from over 4,000 salaries. Obviously, the United States is a big country, and prices vary depending on where you\u2019re moving to. The Pacific Northwest and Northeast tend to creep up more towards the $20 per hour range whereas states in the Southeast hover around $15 an hour. UniMovers pays movers anywhere from $15-$20 hourly based on experience which is right on par with wages around the country. Plus, you\u2019d be supporting local college students. However, these numbers are just the wages that movers earn hourly. It\u2019s still important to know how much you should tip movers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-percentage-should-you-tip-movers\">What Percentage Should You Tip Movers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now we know the average wage of a mover, but how much should you tip them after the job? Before going any further let me emphasize that although it\u2019s not mandatory you should strongly consider tipping your moving team. Moving heavy furniture for hours is exhausting, potentially dangerous work. So, giving your movers some cash while they walk out the door is a great way to show your gratitude. Just like in the food service industry tipping is done by percentages. The more you spend, the more you tip. There\u2019s no set percentage of what you should tip movers, but a good rule is 10% to 25%, depending on the quality of work. Supplying some water and snacks for the crew is also a great gesture. You can learn even more by reading \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/should-i-tip-my-movers\/\">Should You Tip Your Movers: A Helpful Guide Tips By Sarah Yoerger<\/a>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ways-to-plan-beforehand\">Ways To Plan Beforehand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll want to estimate the number of movers you\u2019ll need to hire and the amount of time the move will take. Take a minute to<a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/rates\/\"> read about how UniMovers estimates how many movers you&#8217;ll need.<\/a> Here\u2019s a tip, pay attention to your move-out process. More specifically the time and effort it takes the number of people needed, and the overall difficulty of the move-out. This will give you a good idea about how the move-in will play out and hopefully make things a little less stressful. This will also give you a new level of appreciation for the job of the movers! Preparation is key so it\u2019s always important to poke around at reviews and prices within your area to see what fits your situation best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving can be a mentally, physically, and financially stressful process. However, taking the time to hire the right moving crew can go a long way in alleviating some of these pressures. Be aware of the average hourly wage in your region\/state as well as how tipping works. Remember, tipping is a great way to show your appreciation to movers that took time out of their day to make your life that much easier. Now that you know what to expect you\u2019re all set to start the process!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here we\u2019ll look into how much movers make across the country, how much you should tip them, and how knowing this can help you plan your next move. Why Should You Care? A common question amongst the public is how much people make in various professions. 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