Best Moving Companies in Salem, OR
Salem's moving market runs from small independent crews to national chains, and the review record separates them clearly. We ranked Salem-area movers on real Google ratings and verified reviews, then read the recent ones to see who actually shows up on time and moves without breaking things starting with 2 Brothers Moving & Delivery at 4.9 stars.
- ★ 8 vetted movers ranked on 4,124+ real Google reviews
- ★ Top pick: 2 Brothers Moving & Delivery — 4.9★ across 2,203 reviews
- ★ Typical local move: A local Salem move typically runs $120 $185/hr for a two- to three-person crew and truck roughly $480 $1,110 for a studio or 1-bedroom and $960 $2,035 for a 2 3 bedroom, full-service
- ★ Oregon DOT (ODOT) — Commerce & Compliance Division · verify authority on FMCSA
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The short answer: 2 Brothers Moving & Delivery is our top overall pick for movers in Salem, pairing a 4.9-star Google rating with 2,203 reviews. Cal's Moving & Storage and Jason and Jason's Relocations round out the top three. All rankings below use real Google review data — updated July 26, 2026.
Top Salem Movers Compared
| # | Company | Reviews | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Brothers Moving & Delivery | ★ 4.9 | 2,203 | Fast and efficient |
| 2 | Cal's Moving & Storage | ★ 4.9 | 750 | Most professional |
| 3 | Jason and Jason's Relocations | ★ 4.7 | 461 | Most professional |
| 4 | All Around Movers, Inc | ★ 4.7 | 252 | Most professional |
| 5 | Salem Affordable Movers | ★ 4.7 | 173 | Most professional |
| 6 | Cross Town Movers / Bekins Van Lines - CORVALLIS chain | ★ 4.8 | 111 | National chain option |
| 7 | Cross Town Movers / Bekins Van Lines - SALEM chain | ★ 4.8 | 94 | National chain option |
| 8 | Marion Mountain Movers | ★ 4.9 | 80 | Solid all-rounder |
The 8 Best Movers in Salem, Reviewed
2 Brothers Moving & Delivery
Fast and efficient
4.9 · 2,203 reviews
2 Brothers Moving & Delivery holds a 4.9-star Google rating across 2,203 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite fast, efficient crews and professional, courteous crews.
Strengths
- ✓ fast, efficient crews
- ✓ professional, courteous crews
- ✓ careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for
! A small number of recent reviews report poor communication; scope your job clearly and get the estimate in writing.
Cal's Moving & Storage
Most professional
4.9 · 750 reviews
Cal's Moving & Storage holds a 4.9-star Google rating across 750 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews.
Strengths
- ✓ professional, courteous crews
- ✓ fast, efficient crews
- ✓ on-time, punctual arrivals
Watch out for
! High-demand crews book out on summer weekends request your date several weeks ahead.
Jason and Jason's Relocations
Most professional
4.7 · 461 reviews
Jason and Jason's Relocations holds a 4.7-star Google rating across 461 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews.
Strengths
- ✓ professional, courteous crews
- ✓ fast, efficient crews
- ✓ careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for
! High-demand crews book out on summer weekends request your date several weeks ahead.
All Around Movers, Inc
Most professional
4.7 · 252 reviews
All Around Movers, Inc holds a 4.7-star Google rating across 252 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews.
Strengths
- ✓ professional, courteous crews
- ✓ fast, efficient crews
- ✓ careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for
! A small number of recent reviews report damage to items; scope your job clearly and get the estimate in writing.
Salem Affordable Movers
Most professional
4.7 · 173 reviews
Salem Affordable Movers holds a 4.7-star Google rating across 173 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews.
Strengths
- ✓ professional, courteous crews
- ✓ fast, efficient crews
- ✓ careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for
! A small number of recent reviews report poor communication; scope your job clearly and get the estimate in writing.
Cross Town Movers / Bekins Van Lines - CORVALLIS
National chain option
4.8 · 111 reviews
Cross Town Movers / Bekins Van Lines - CORVALLIS is a national-chain option serving Salem, with a 4.8-star Google rating across 111 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews. Crew quality can vary between jobs, so confirm your crew and get a binding estimate.
Strengths
- ✓ professional, courteous crews
- ✓ fast, efficient crews
- ✓ careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for
! A small number of recent reviews report damage to items; scope your job clearly and get the estimate in writing.
Cross Town Movers / Bekins Van Lines - SALEM
National chain option
4.8 · 94 reviews
Cross Town Movers / Bekins Van Lines - SALEM is a national-chain option serving Salem, with a 4.8-star Google rating across 94 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite fast, efficient crews and professional, courteous crews. Crew quality can vary between jobs, so confirm your crew and get a binding estimate.
Strengths
- ✓ fast, efficient crews
- ✓ professional, courteous crews
- ✓ careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for
! A small number of recent reviews report damage to items; scope your job clearly and get the estimate in writing.
Marion Mountain Movers
Solid all-rounder
4.9 · 80 reviews
Marion Mountain Movers holds a 4.9-star Google rating across 80 reviews. Recent reviews are broadly positive.
Strengths
- ✓ a 4.9-star Google rating
Watch out for
! A smaller review base than the market leaders, so ask for recent local references.
How Much Does Moving Cost in Salem?
A local Salem move typically runs $120 $185/hr for a two- to three-person crew and truck roughly $480 $1,110 for a studio or 1-bedroom and $960 $2,035 for a 2 3 bedroom, full-service (labeled estimate; get a binding quote).
Interstate moves out of Salem commonly land between $4,500 and $9,500 for a 3-bedroom home, depending on distance and season (labeled estimate).
Peak moving demand in Salem runs May through September, when calendars tighten and prices rise. Intrastate movers here answer to the Oregon DOT (ODOT), and any interstate move should be checked for USDOT authority on FMCSA SAFER.
What Salem Locals Say
Local threads on r/SalemOregon tend to steer newcomers toward established independent crews and away from the cheapest last-minute options consistent with the review data below.
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How We Ranked These Movers
We pulled every moving company ranking in Google's local results for Salem, then scored them on real, public data: current Google star rating, total verified review count, and the themes in recent reviews (punctuality, careful handling, pricing transparency, and damage or complaint patterns). We read the newest reviews for each company rather than relying on the headline number alone, and we flag national chains separately because crew quality varies more across their locations. We don't accept payment for rankings. Read our full rating methodology.
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