Top San Diego, CA to Huntsville, AL Movers

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1. One Stop Moving & Storage: 4.86 out of 5 stars
2. Grizzly Moving: 4.8 out of 5 stars
3. Best California Movers: 4.86 out of 5 stars
4. Republic Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
5. Stella Moving & Delivery: 4.62 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Alabama

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from California to Alabama typically costs between $1,594 and $5,954. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $4,181 and $9,016 when moving from CA to AL. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from California to Alabama, you're looking at costs ranging from $7,655 up to $14,098.

Cost of moving containers from California to Alabama

If you're relocating from California to Alabama, you'll typically spend between $1,496 and $3,737 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $2,459 up to $5,267. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $3,473 and $6,962. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Alabama

Looking to save money? Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option. Just keep in mind that you'll handle all the lifting, packing, and driving yourself.

If you're moving out of a studio or one-bedroom and renting a truck, plan to spend between $1,388 and $2,816. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $1,580 and $3,186. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $1,954 and $4,183.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Huntsville are 51% lower than in San Diego, 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 Huntsville.
  Home prices in Huntsville are 73.4% lower than in San Diego.
• Income in Huntsville is 16.5% lower than in San Diego, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Huntsville — including Qualitest Pharmaceuticals, Huntsville Hospital, and Sequel Youth and Family Services — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Huntsville. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 6.4% lower than in San Diego.
• A move to Huntsville 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 46.4% less than what it costs in San Diego.
• The unemployment rate in Huntsville is 53.03% lower than in San Diego.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Huntsville, since its sales taxes are 16.13% higher than what you are paying in San Diego.
• One perk of moving to Huntsville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 62.41% lower than in San Diego.

• Huntsville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 83% less than San Diego.
• Getting around Huntsville without a car might be more difficult than in San Diego. Huntsville has a public transportation score of 2 out of 10, whereas San Diego is ranked 6. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Huntsville neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as San Diego. Based on its score of 24 out of 100, Huntsville isn't as walkable as San Diego, which has a score of 53 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.
• Huntsville and San Diego are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 40 and 43 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Huntsville as San Diego. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Huntsville is generally as safe as San Diego, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Huntsville has better air quality than in San Diego. Huntsville has Good air quality, compared to moderate in San Diego. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

• Weather: Huntsville experiences hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Huntsville is located in tornado alley.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Alabama moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in Alabama, though it's smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly to Huntsville Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Five Points
• Downtown Huntsville
• Hampton Cove
• Whitesburg
• Research Park

Best neighborhoods for families

• Blossomwood
• Hampton Cove
• Jones Valley
• Madison
• South Huntsville

Things to do in Huntsville

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

• Arts and culture: Huntsville is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum, Huntsville Museum of Art, Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment, and Earlyworks Museum Complex.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Big Spring Park, Dog Spot dog park, Bicentennial Park, and California Street Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Huntsville Havoc (SPHL), North Alabama SC Gravity (WPSL), Rocket City Roller Derby (WFTDA), or Rocket City Trash Pandas (AA Minow League) game.