Top Stockton, CA to Huntsville, AL Movers

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1. MidCal Moving and Storage Company: 4.66 out of 5 stars
2. Grace Moving Company: 4.96 out of 5 stars
3. Pete's Moving Services: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. All Star Movers & Storage: 4.9 out of 5 stars
5. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.9 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 $1,475 and $5,848. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from CA to AL will range from $3,836 to $8,410, and a large move from California to Alabama will cost from $7,205 to $13,527.

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 $1,346 and $3,480. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $2,444 and $5,211. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $3,563 to $6,709. Want more details? 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 $1,449 and $2,716. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $1,491 and $3,334. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $2,021 and $3,963.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Huntsville are 21% lower than in Stockton, 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 39.0% lower than in Stockton.
• Income in Huntsville is 4.6% lower than in Stockton, 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 16.8% lower than in Stockton.
• 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 39.2% less than what it costs in Stockton.
• The unemployment rate in Huntsville is 69.90% lower than in Stockton.
• Sales taxes are the same in Huntsville and Stockton.
• One perk of moving to Huntsville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 62.41% lower than in Stockton.

• Huntsville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 25% less than Stockton.
• Getting around Huntsville without a car might be more difficult than in Stockton. Huntsville has a public transportation score of 2 out of 10, whereas Stockton is ranked 4. 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 Stockton. Based on its score of 24 out of 100, Huntsville isn't as walkable as Stockton, which has a score of 44 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 Huntsville, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Stockton. While Stockton has a bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, Huntsville earned a 40. 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.
• Huntsville has a lower crime rate than Stockton based on scores of 42.55 and Stockton's 75.2, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Huntsville than in Stockton, based on Huntsville's safety index of 57.45 versus 24.8 for Stockton. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Huntsville and Stockton 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: 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

Once you're settled into your new home in Alabama, it's time to get out and discover what Huntsville has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: Huntsville features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including 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 spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an Huntsville Havoc (SPHL), North Alabama SC Gravity (WPSL), Rocket City Roller Derby (WFTDA), or Rocket City Trash Pandas (AA Minow League) game.