Moving to Arkansas
Long-distance cost and where people come from
Your planning guide for a long-distance move to Arkansas: cost, where new residents come from and delivery timing.
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About 62,808 people moved to Arkansas from another state in 2024, according to Census estimates. The largest group came from Texas (about 10,842 people), followed by Florida and Missouri. The table below shows road miles and planning prices for the busiest routes, measured to Little Rock.
Migration source: U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows, 2024 American Community Survey 1-year estimates (people age 1 and over).
Top routes into Arkansas
| Route | 2024 movers | Road miles | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX to Little Rock, AR | 10,842 | 321 | $2,000–$2,750 | $3,200–$4,450 | $4,450–$6,150 | $5,650–$7,850 |
| Orlando, FL to Little Rock, AR | 4,434 | 889 | $2,900–$4,000 | $4,600–$6,400 | $6,400–$8,900 | $8,150–$11,300 |
| St. Louis, MO to Little Rock, AR | 4,434 | 346 | $2,050–$2,850 | $3,300–$4,600 | $4,550–$6,350 | $5,800–$8,100 |
| Albuquerque, NM to Little Rock, AR | 3,624 | 881 | $2,900–$4,000 | $4,600–$6,400 | $6,400–$8,850 | $8,100–$11,300 |
| Oklahoma City, OK to Little Rock, AR | 3,227 | 337 | $2,000–$2,800 | $3,250–$4,550 | $4,500–$6,300 | $5,750–$8,000 |
| New Orleans, LA to Little Rock, AR | 3,183 | 424 | $2,200–$3,050 | $3,550–$4,950 | $4,950–$6,900 | $6,350–$8,750 |
| Nashville, TN to Little Rock, AR | 2,579 | 348 | $2,050–$2,850 | $3,300–$4,600 | $4,550–$6,350 | $5,850–$8,100 |
| Des Moines, IA to Little Rock, AR | 2,411 | 615 | $2,550–$3,500 | $4,050–$5,650 | $5,650–$7,850 | $7,150–$10,000 |
Planning range, final price after free inventory review. Road miles are OSRM driving distances between the main metros. Packing, stairs, shuttle trucks, storage and specialty items are extra.
Licensed interstate mover
Next Generation Movers, Rockville, MD. USDOT 3764697 · MC 1341637. Check any mover on FMCSA Protect Your Move.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to move from Texas to Arkansas?
For Dallas to Little Rock (about 321 road miles) our planning range is $3,200–$4,450 for a 2-bedroom home. The final price is set after a free inventory review.
How long will my delivery take?
On that route, plan for roughly 2–5 days after pickup. Shorter routes are faster; your written estimate states the exact window.
Is Next Generation Movers licensed for interstate moves?
Yes. USDOT 3764697, MC 1341637, registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
How do I get a quote?
Call our voice line at (240) 905-4429 for an instant quote, 24/7, call the office at (240) 422-2243, or request an estimate online.
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