West · State guide

Moving to Alaska

Moving to Alaska is logistically unique — most household goods arrive by barge or ferry, and timing around winter matters.

What a move to Alaska costs

Expect above-average moving and living costs; long-distance moves are priced by shipment weight and distance, so declutter before you pack.

What to know before you move

  • No state income or sales tax; annual PFD dividend
  • Long-distance moves often involve barge/ferry freight
  • Plan around harsh winters and limited road access

Top cities in Alaska

Anchorage Fairbanks Juneau Wasilla

Licensed movers in Alaska

384 FMCSA-licensed movers are registered in Alaska. A few of the larger established carriers:

T&G TRUCKING ANCHORAGE, AK View → COLVILLE INC ANCHORAGE, AK · MC 899229 View → MATSON NAVIGATION COMPANY OF ALASKA LLC ANCHORAGE, AK · MC 96612 View → SOURDOUGH EXPRESS INC FAIRBANKS, AK · MC 118527 View → STEEL CREEK SERVICES WASILLA, AK View → NORTHERN SALES COMPANY INC ANCHORAGE, AK View → WORLD WIDE MOVERS INCORPORATED ANCHORAGE, AK · MC 175685 View → COOLEY CO ANCHORAGE, AK · MC 1766634 View → AAA MOVING AK INC ANCHORAGE, AK · MC 251830 View → UNITED FREIGHT & TRANSPORT INC ANCHORAGE, AK · MC 232126 View →
See all 384 Alaska movers
Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and security. Analytics and marketing cookies are optional — you choose.

Cookie preferences

Choose which categories to allow. Essential cookies always run for security and authentication.