Top Anaheim, CA to Birmingham, AL Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Birmingham to Anaheim guide.

1. Best California Movers: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. Executive Moving Systems: 4.66 out of 5 stars
3. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. Meathead Movers: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. Terry Moving and Storage Inc.: 4.86 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Alabama

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from California to Alabama will cost between $1,597 and $6,017. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from CA to AL will range from $4,377 to $9,149, and a large move from California to Alabama will cost from $7,882 to $13,095.

Cost of moving containers from California to Alabama

Moving from California to Alabama? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $1,521 and $3,549. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $2,450 to $5,572. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $3,427 up to $7,518. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies to help with your move from California.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Alabama

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $1,519 to $2,734. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $1,629 to $3,388, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from California to Alabama costs around $2,055 to $4,107.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Birmingham are 51% lower than in Anaheim, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Birmingham.
  Home prices in Birmingham are 86.4% lower than in Anaheim.
• Income in Birmingham is 55.5% lower than in Anaheim, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Birmingham — including Encompass Health, Regions Bank, and University of Alabama at Birmingham — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Birmingham. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 50.5% lower than in Anaheim.
• A move to Birmingham can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 40.9% less than what it costs in Anaheim.
• The unemployment rate in Birmingham is 36.59% higher than in Anaheim.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Birmingham, since its sales taxes are 29.03% higher than what you are paying in Anaheim.
• One perk of moving to Birmingham is paying less in state income taxes, which are 62.41% lower than in Anaheim.

• Birmingham might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 43% less than Anaheim.
• Getting around Birmingham without a car might be more difficult than in Anaheim. Birmingham has a public transportation score of 0 out of 10, whereas Anaheim is ranked 5. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Birmingham neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Anaheim. Based on its score of 33 out of 100, Birmingham isn't as walkable as Anaheim, which has a score of 56 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Birmingham, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Anaheim. While Anaheim has a bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, Birmingham earned a 31. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Birmingham is higher than in Anaheim, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 61.64 in Birmingham, it is 53.18 in Anaheim. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Birmingham. With a crime index of 38.36, Birmingham ranks lower in overall safety than Anaheim, whose index is 46.82. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Birmingham and Anaheim is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: Birmingham has hot summers, mild winters, and abundant rainfall. Birmingham is also located in tornado alley.
• HOA rules: It's a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it's a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: To guarantee the safety and reliability of local moving services in Alabama, it is essential for moving companies to possess a registration number issued by the Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC). Trust your move to registered professionals for a secure and dependable experience. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in Alabama, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While Alabama doesn't mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Birmingham without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. Moving companies typically take responsibility for your belongings at a rate of 60 cents per pound (or even less) per item. This means that for a lightweight item weighing five pounds and valued at $500, the reimbursement would be only $3 in the event of loss or damage. To enhance your coverage, certain movers provide additional valuation options, such as declared value or lump sum value protection, which offer better protection compared to the basic released value protection. To better understand and explore these options, consider discussing them with your chosen moving company.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Central City
• Five Points South
• Highland Park
• Fountain Heights
• Southside

Best neighborhoods for families

• Oxmoor
• Crestwood South
• Redmont Park

Things to do in Birmingham

Now that you've made the move to Alabama it's the perfect time to explore Birmingham From local hotspots to hidden gems, there's something to enjoy for every lifestyle:

• Arts and culture: Birmingham features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Vulcan Park and Museum, McWane Science Center, and Birmingham Museum of Art.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham's Railroad Park, Kelly Ingram Park, and Red Mountain Park — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an Birmingham Barons, UAB Blazers, Samford University teams, or Birmingham Legion FC game.