NAICS 484210 Quarterly Industry Report
Used Household and Office Goods Moving
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NAICS Code: 484210Sector: 48Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This NAICS 484210 industry report compiles data from the U.S. Census Bureau[5] transportation surveys, Bureau of Labor Statistics[6] employment statistics for moving workers, and Small Business Administration[7] size standard tables. Fair Market Value researchers supplement these federal sources with American Moving and Storage Association data and residential mobility statistics to produce quarterly updates. Each NAICS 484210 report revision captures move volumes, employment patterns, and competitive dynamics across the household and office goods moving sector.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the used household and office goods moving industry.
Industry Definition & Overview
Used Household and Office Goods Moving (NAICS 484210) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in providing local and long-distance trucking of used household, institutional, and commercial furniture and equipment. Residential movers, office relocation companies, and full-service moving and storage firms all fall within this classification. United Van Lines, Atlas Van Lines, Mayflower, and North American Van Lines operate as national van line agencies coordinating moves through networks of local agents, while thousands of independent local movers serve neighborhood and regional markets.
The U.S. Census Bureau[5] classifies household goods moving separately from general freight trucking (484110, 484121) that handles commercial commodities and from specialized freight haulers (484220, 484230) that transport non-household specialty loads. Moving services typically include packing, loading, transportation, unloading, and unpacking of personal belongings and furniture. Many companies offer temporary storage as part of the move process, warehousing goods in transit while customers finalize housing arrangements.
Seasonal demand patterns drive staffing and pricing throughout the year. Summer months between May and September concentrate the majority of residential moves, driven by school schedules and home purchase closing timelines. Corporate relocation contracts provide year-round revenue stability for carriers with employer accounts. Interstate moves fall under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration oversight and require specific operating authority, while intrastate moves follow state regulatory frameworks that vary by jurisdiction. Customer reviews and referral reputation heavily influence carrier selection, making service quality and claims handling performance critical competitive differentiators for moving companies seeking to maintain booking volumes across each peak season.
What's Included in This Industry
- Providing local residential moving services for household furniture and personal belongings
- Operating long-distance interstate household goods moving and van line services
- Packing, loading, transporting, and unpacking household goods for residential relocations
- Moving office furniture, equipment, and files for commercial and institutional clients
- Providing temporary storage in transit for household goods during relocation periods
- Operating as agents within national van line networks for coordinated interstate moves
- Offering specialty moving services for pianos, antiques, and high-value household items
- Providing corporate employee relocation moving services under employer contracts
- Moving dormitory and student belongings for college relocations
- Operating portable storage container services for residential and commercial moves
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Subsector | Truck Transportation | 484 |
| Industry Group | Specialized Freight Trucking | 4842 |
| NAICS Industry | Used Household and Office Goods Moving | 48421 |
| National Industry | Used Household and Office Goods Moving | 484210 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 484110 | General Freight Trucking, Local | Local general freight truckers handle commercial freight in metropolitan areas but do not provide the packing and specialty handling that characterizes household goods moves |
| 484121 | General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload | Long-distance truckload carriers transport commercial freight that differs from the used household goods and personal belongings moved by relocation companies |
| 493110 | General Warehousing and Storage | General warehousing and storage facilities provide temporary and long-term storage that moving companies offer as part of relocation service packages |
| 484230 | Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance | Specialized long-distance freight trucking handles non-household specialty loads including machinery and heavy equipment that require different handling than household goods |
| 561720 | Janitorial Services | Janitorial services clean vacated and receiving locations as part of the move-in and move-out process that surrounds household and office relocation services |
| 484220 | Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local | Specialized local freight trucking handles flatbed and tanker loads within metropolitan areas, operating alongside local moving companies in similar commercial zones |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 14.7% | 1,437 |
| 2 | Florida | 9.1% | 892 |
| 3 | Texas | 7.9% | 772 |
| 4 | New York | 7.0% | 688 |
| 5 | Illinois | 4.1% | 403 |
| 6 | New Jersey | 3.7% | 359 |
| 7 | North Carolina | 3.2% | 318 |
| 8 | Georgia | 3.2% | 314 |
| 9 | Washington | 3.1% | 300 |
| 10 | Virginia | 3.1% | 300 |
% Of Establishments
0%
15%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
SBA Lending Summary
848
Total SBA Loans
$325.6M
Total Loan Volume
$384K
Average Loan Size
10 yrs
Average Loan Term
10.56%
Average Interest Rate
11,248
Jobs Supported
Source: SBA 7(a) Program Data, U.S. Small Business Administration — FY 2025[4]
Key Insight: The Small Business Administration[8] sets the size standard for NAICS 484210 at $34 million in average annual receipts. Most independent movers and small moving companies operate well below this threshold. SBA 7(a) loans[9] can finance moving truck purchases, warehouse space, and working capital for seasonal operations. The SBA 504 program[10] supports warehouse construction and facility investments for owner-operated moving and storage companies.
Top SBA Lenders
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Avg Loan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Readycap Lending, LLC | 16 | $47.6M | $3.0M |
| 2 | Port 51 Lending LLC | 8 | $39.0M | $4.9M |
| 3 | Dogwood State Bank | 8 | $31.7M | $4.0M |
| 4 | Pathward National Association | 8 | $29.0M | $3.6M |
| 5 | Northeast Bank | 136 | $28.4M | $209K |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What businesses are classified under NAICS 484210?
NAICS 484210 covers residential movers, office relocation companies, van line agents, and full-service moving and storage firms. Both local and long-distance household goods carriers qualify. The U.S. Census Bureau[5] provides the official classification.
How is NAICS 484210 different from general freight trucking?
Household goods movers (484210) provide packing, loading, and specialty handling of personal belongings and furniture, while general freight truckers (484110, 484121) transport commercial commodities. The Census Bureau[11] separates them by the type of goods and services provided.
What is the SBA size standard for moving companies?
The SBA sets the size standard at $34 million in average annual receipts for NAICS 484210. Most independent movers fall well below this threshold. Current standards appear in the SBA table of size standards[7].
Which NAICS codes relate most closely to 484210?
Key related codes include 484110 for local trucking, 484121 for long-distance trucking, 493110 for warehousing, and 484230 for specialized freight. Each connects to the moving industry supply chain.
What industries interact with moving companies?
Storage facilities (493110) hold goods during transitions, general truckers (484110) compete for some local jobs, cleaning services (561720) support move-in prep, and real estate agents generate customer referrals. Corporate HR departments also contract with movers for employee relocation programs.
What activities does NAICS 484210 include?
Activities cover packing, loading, local and long-distance transport, unpacking, storage in transit, piano and specialty item moving, office relocation, and portable container services. The Census definition[5] covers the full scope.
Can moving company owners get SBA loans?
Movers with receipts under $34 million qualify for SBA 7(a) loans covering trucks, packing equipment, and seasonal working capital. The 504 program funds warehouse construction. Details are at the SBA funding programs page[12].
Where are moving companies concentrated?
Moving companies concentrate in metropolitan areas with high population mobility including Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Phoenix, Atlanta, and the Washington D.C. corridor. Sun Belt growth markets and military base communities generate above-average demand for both local and long-distance moving services.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages bls.gov
- [2]U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census census.gov
- [3]U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns census.gov
- [4]U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA 7(a) Loan Program Data data.sba.gov
- [5]U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
- [6]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [7]Small Business Administration sba.gov
- [8]Small Business Administration sba.gov
- [9]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [10]SBA 504 program sba.gov
- [11]Census Bureau census.gov
- [12]SBA funding programs page sba.gov
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