Top San Jose, CA to Huntsville, AL Movers

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1. All Reasons Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
2. Trek Movers: 4.66 out of 5 stars
3. Vector Moving and Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
4. Lunardi Moving: 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. Ninja Movers, Inc.: 4.66 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 $1,614 and $6,399. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from CA to AL will range from $4,328 to $9,671, and a large move from California to Alabama will cost from $7,880 to $14,225.

Cost of moving containers from California to Alabama

When you're heading from California to Alabama, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,612 and $3,846. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $2,811 and $5,703. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $3,597 to $7,647. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Alabama

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $1,569 and $3,032. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,735 and $3,758. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $2,103 up to $4,426 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Huntsville are 55% lower than in San Jose, 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 81.7% lower than in San Jose.
• Income in Huntsville is 26.9% lower than in San Jose, 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 14.7% lower than in San Jose.
• 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 50.4% less than what it costs in San Jose.
• The unemployment rate in Huntsville is 53.03% lower than in San Jose.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Huntsville, since the city's sales taxes in Huntsville are 4.05% lower than in San Jose.
• One perk of moving to Huntsville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 62.41% lower than in San Jose.

• Huntsville's population is about 75% less than San Jose.
• Huntsville's public transportation has a score of 2 out of 10 versus San Jose's higher score of 7.
• Huntsville is less walkable than San Jose with a score of 24 out of 100 vs San Jose's 51 out of 100.
• Huntsville has a bike-friendliness score 40 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as San Jose, which has a score of 62 out of 100.
• Huntsville's crime rate is lower than San Jose with a score of 42.55 compared to San Jose's 47.73. This means that Huntsville neighborhoods are safer than 42.55% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Jose neighborhoods are safer than 47.73%.
• Huntsville is considered to be safer than San Jose with a safety index of 57.45 vs San Jose's 52.27.
• Air quality in Huntsville is good, and in San Jose it's moderate.

• Weather: Huntsville experiences hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Huntsville is located in tornado alley.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• 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. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Alabama moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Alabama does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Huntsville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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 will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

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

After settling into your new Alabama home, you'll want to branch out and explore your new city. Luckily, Huntsville has lots to offer, no matter what you're interested in:

• Arts and culture: You'll find museums and cultural hubs throughout Huntsville, such as 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 — along with other locations, ideal for trails, cycling, or enjoying the fresh air.
• Sports: Experience the energy of a live game and back 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.