Top Santa Clarita, CA to Des Moines, IA Movers

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1. Air 1 Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
3. Camelot Moving & Storage: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. NorthStar Moving Company : 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. Best California Movers: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Iowa

Planning a move from California to Iowa? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,577 and $5,869. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $3,933 and $8,612 for the same journey (CA to IA). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $6,914 to $12,904.

Cost of moving containers from California to Iowa

When you're heading from California to Iowa, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,384 and $3,248. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $2,232 and $5,033. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $3,174 to $6,747. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

Explore the top budget-friendly moving container companies to make your move from California easier and more affordable.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Iowa

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 $1,184 to $2,370. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $1,307 to $2,705, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from California to Iowa costs around $1,665 to $3,413.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Des Moines are 65% lower than in Santa Clarita, 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 Des Moines.
  Home prices in Des Moines are 76.1% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• Income in Des Moines is 44.9% lower than in Santa Clarita, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Des Moines — including MercyOne, Principal Financial Group, and Ppw Holdings — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Des Moines. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 42.5% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• A move to Des Moines 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 34.8% less than what it costs in Santa Clarita.
• The unemployment rate in Des Moines is 38.54% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Des Moines, since the city's sales taxes in Des Moines are 26.32% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• One perk of moving to Des Moines is paying less in state income taxes, which are 66.92% lower than in Santa Clarita.

• The population of Des Moines is about 206% greater than Santa Clarita, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Des Moines will be about the same as it currently is in Santa Clarita. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Living in Des Moines means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Santa Clarita. Des Moines is considered more walkable than Santa Clarita, with a score of 45 out of 100 versus 35 out of 100 in Santa Clarita. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Des Moines is considered more bike-friendly than Santa Clarita in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Des Moines has a bike-friendliness score of 39 out of 100, while Santa Clarita is rated as 33 out of 100.
• Des Moines has a lower crime rate than Santa Clarita based on scores of 5.0 and Santa Clarita's 35.92, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Des Moines. With a crime index of 57.8, Des Moines ranks lower in overall safety than Santa Clarita, whose index is 64.08. 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.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Des Moines has better air quality than in Santa Clarita. Des Moines has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Santa Clarita. 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: September, June and May are the most pleasant months in Des Moines, while January and December are the least comfortable months.
• 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: When moving within Iowa, make sure to hire a company that is licensed by the Iowa Department of Transportation. Each household goods mover in the state should have an Iowa Motor Carrier (IOWAMC) Number, which means they’ve met minimum insurance and highway safety requirements. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Iowa moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Iowa 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 Des Moines. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose cost-free Released Value Protection from movers for basic coverage at 60 cents per pound.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Downtown
• East Village
• North of Grand
• Woodland Heights
• Westwood

Best neighborhoods for families

• Linden Heights
• Waterbury
• Waveland Park
• Salisbury Oaks
• Meredith

Things to do in Des Moines

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Des Moines include museums and art centers like the Des Moines Art Center, State Historical Museum, Science Center of Iowa, Salisbury House, and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Gray's Lake Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, and Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Drake Bulldogs game.