($957+) Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD Movers
The cost to move from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD ranges from $1,203 to $9,287, with an average cost of $3,450. Moves can be as low as $957 if you're wanting to DIY it.
This move covers about 1,602 miles and usually takes 4 to 15 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
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Compare moving options from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD
Moving options from Ontario to Sioux Falls fall into 3 main service types: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service costs run $1,203 - $9,287 on this route depending on how much you're moving, with an average cost of $3,450, and movers handle all labor and transportation. Moving containers come in around 36% less for the same home size, and rental trucks are around 64% less, though both require you to handle the loading. This particular route covers 1,602 miles and typically takes 4 to 15 days depending on the service you pick.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,602-mile route from Ontario to Sioux Falls, broken down by home size:
Home size makes the biggest difference in what you'll pay on this route. A studio or 1-bedroom runs $1,203 - $5,115 with full-service movers and considerably less with a container ($1,336 - $2,696), rental truck ($919 - $1,820), or freight trailer ($1,290 - $2,426). A 2 - 3 bedroom home moves that range up to $2,893 - $6,845 full-service, and a 4+ bedroom household tops out around $9,287.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated November 2, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD
A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,602-mile move from Ontario, California, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with prices running from $1,203 - $9,287. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $323 - $2,156 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Ontario and Sioux Falls are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Ontario movers tend to run around $248 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover, for comparison.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Ontario to Sioux Falls:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,203 - $5,115
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,893 - $6,845
- 4+ bedrooms: $5,465 - $9,287
Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Ontario to Sioux Falls.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from California to South Dakota. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Demand for full-service movers surges during peak moving season from May - September, pushing prices higher. Shifting your move to a cooler month could save you a meaningful amount on your total bill.
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Specialty moving services from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD
Specialty needs vary by market: 54% of Ontario movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Sioux Falls, 50% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing76% of local movers | $539 - $5,390 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready54% of local movers60% nationallyTop pick: Golden Eagle Moving, LLC | $216 - $1,294/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $323 - $2,587 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage12% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs54% of local movers | $1,078 - $3,234 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,695 - $10,780 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $807 - $1,534 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items28% of local movers26% nationallyTop pick: Golden Eagle Moving, LLC | $1,078 - $2,695 |
| Piano | Any piano type38% of local movers41% nationallyTop pick: SOS Moving, LLC | $862 - $3,773 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling11% of local movers | $323 - $1,617 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect5% of local movers9% nationallyTop pick: Silicon Valley Moving and Storage (CA) | $701 - $2,156 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $323 - $16,170+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $323 - $3,773+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Ontario to Sioux Falls?
Movers licensed to operate in South Dakota are typically members of the South Dakota Trucking Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Ontario, CA. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD
Moving containers from Ontario, California, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, cost between $1,336 and $5,143. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Ontario typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Ontario to Sioux Falls:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,336 - $2,696
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,852 - $3,806
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,500 - $5,143
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $755 in Ontario, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
- Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $81 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $162 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
- Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Sioux Falls, SD, destination before booking.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a California to South Dakota move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,336. Underestimating how much you have and needing an extra container means paying for another one, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise. For reference, a 2 - 3 bedroom home typically runs $1,852 - $3,806.
What are the best moving containers Ontario to Sioux Falls?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Ontario to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Ontario:
- Meathead Movers (4.7/5), 24 years in business
- Trek Movers (5.0/5), 11 years in business
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.3/5), 12 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD
Renting a moving truck for the 1,602-mile move from Ontario, California, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, costs between $919 and $2,567, before these typical add-ons:
- Fuel for the drive: $549 - $628
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Ontario daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Ontario to Sioux Falls based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $919 - $1,820
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,046 - $2,078
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,344 - $2,567
Pro tip: Budget beyond the advertised rate of $919 - $2,567 when pricing out a rental truck from Ontario to Sioux Falls. Fuel alone runs $549 - $628, and overnight lodging ($162/night), meals, and equipment rentals add up quickly. Most people spend roughly $600 - $1,200 more on meals, equipment, and other extras beyond fuel and lodging by the time the move is done.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Gas: Fuel adds $549 - $628 for the 1,602-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Ontario, California, for about 5 hours typically costs around $755.
- Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
- Lodging: The 1,602-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $162 per night, adding $323 - $485 in hotel costs total.
- Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $54 and $323.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Ontario to Sioux Falls?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)
The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.
Freight trailer costs from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD
If you're moving a larger household from Ontario, California, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,453 and $2,868.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Ontario to Sioux Falls:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,290 - $2,426
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,453 - $2,868
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,920 - $3,759
Pro tip: Loading a freight trailer is a bit different from filling a container. The 4-foot ramp can be steep with large items, and getting the most out of 8 feet of vertical clearance takes planning. Since pricing is based on linear feet used, every inch of wasted space has a cost.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
- Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Ontario, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $755.
- More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $81 and $162 per foot.
What are the best freight companies from Ontario to Sioux Falls?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in Sioux Falls fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: Ontario, CA vs Sioux Falls, SD
The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Sioux Falls, side by side with Ontario on housing, income, and taxes.
| Measure | Ontario, CA | Sioux Falls, SD |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living index | 119 | 91 |
| Average rent | $2,619/mo | $1,100/mo |
| Median home value | $564,076 | $272,355 |
| Average income | $82,806/yr | $74,714/yr |
| Unemployment rate | 6.9% | 3.2% |
| State income tax | Up to 13.3% | None |
| Walkability score | 48/100 | 38/100 |
| Safety index | 49.75/100 | 57.17/100 |
| Air quality | Good | Good |
Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Sioux Falls, SD to Ontario, CA guide.
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Our take
For a move from Ontario, CA, to Sioux Falls, SD, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $1,203 for a studio to $9,287 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 1,602-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,336 - $5,143. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $919 - $2,567, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $2,893 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Sanford Health and Avera Health.
FAQs: Moving from Ontario, CA, to Sioux Falls, SD
What are the best neighborhoods in Sioux Falls?
For families, McKennan Park, Downtown Sioux Falls, and West Sioux Falls are worth a look in Sioux Falls. If you're moving solo or without kids, Downtown Sioux Falls, East Sioux Falls, and McKennan Park tend to be popular picks instead.
How walkable is Sioux Falls?
Sioux Falls has a walkability score of 38 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 46, compared to 48 and 46 in Ontario. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
Is Sioux Falls a safe place to live?
Sioux Falls has a safety index of 57.17 out of 100 and a crime index of 42.83, compared to 49.75 and 50.25 in Ontario. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
What are some tips for saving money on a move from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD?
Cutting 500 pounds from your shipment, roughly one bedroom's worth of items, saves approximately $200 - $400 on a full-service move on this route. Beyond that, staying organized matters just as much. A solid moving checklist keeps you on schedule and helps you avoid costly last-minute mistakes.
What is the best time of year to move from Ontario, CA to Sioux Falls, SD?
Aim for a move between October and March, when demand drops and rates tend to be lower across all service types. Peak season runs mid-May through mid-September, and weekends and month-end dates are pricier regardless of season. A midweek, mid-month date outside peak season is your best bet for saving money.
What percentage of Ontario movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 38% of movers in Ontario handle piano moves, and 28% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 41% and 26% nationally.