Top Los Angeles, CA to Raleigh, NC Movers

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1. Seka Moving: 4.9 out of 5 stars
2. Rigo's Moving Company Inc: 4.76 out of 5 stars
3. NorthStar Moving Company : 4.66 out of 5 stars
4. Move Central Moving & Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. Prodigy Moving & Storage, LLC: 4.62 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to North Carolina

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from California to North Carolina typically costs between $1,602 and $6,436. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $4,487 and $10,100 when moving from CA to NC. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from California to North Carolina, you're looking at costs ranging from $8,875 up to $14,442.

Cost of moving containers from California to North Carolina

If you're moving from California to North Carolina, expect to pay between $1,728 and $4,215 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $2,980 up to $5,892. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $4,062 and $8,178. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from California.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to North Carolina

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 $1,737 and $3,499. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,842 and $4,165. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $2,352 up to $5,161 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Raleigh are 44% lower than in Los Angeles, 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 Raleigh.
  Home prices in Raleigh are 81.8% lower than in Los Angeles.
• Income in Raleigh is 96.6% lower than in Los Angeles, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Raleigh — including State of North Carolina, WakeMed, and North Carolina State University — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Raleigh, since the cost of living for a single person in Raleigh is 54.9% higher than in Los Angeles. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Raleigh 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 34.0% less than what it costs in Los Angeles.
• The unemployment rate in Raleigh is 59.43% lower than in Los Angeles.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Raleigh, since the city's sales taxes in Raleigh are 23.68% lower than in Los Angeles.
• One perk of moving to Raleigh is paying less in state income taxes, which are 66.17% lower than in Los Angeles.

• Raleigh might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 88% less than Los Angeles.
• Getting around Raleigh without a car might be more difficult than in Los Angeles. Raleigh has a public transportation score of 4 out of 10, whereas Los Angeles is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Raleigh neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Los Angeles. Based on its score of 31 out of 100, Raleigh isn't as walkable as Los Angeles, which has a score of 69 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 Raleigh, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Los Angeles. While Los Angeles has a bike-friendliness score of 59 out of 100, Raleigh earned a 39. 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.
• Raleigh has a lower crime rate than Los Angeles based on scores of 38.87 and Los Angeles's 53.81, 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 Raleigh than in Los Angeles, based on Raleigh's safety index of 60.13 versus 46.19 for Los Angeles. 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 Raleigh and Los Angeles is generally the same (Moderate). 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: The climate in Raleigh is unlikely to affect your move. However, some days in the winter, the roads may become icy which causes traffic issues.
• 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: For-profit household goods carriers in the state fall under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division. All legitimate movers should have a “C Number” issued by the commission, signifying that they’ve met minimum insurance requirements and adhere to the provisions outlined in the state’s Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT). Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in North Carolina, 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 Raleigh Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers, with responsibility limited to 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Central Raleigh
• Five Points
• North Raleigh
• Northwest Raleigh
• West Raleigh

Best neighborhoods for families

• Oakwood
• Boylan Heights
• Mordecai
• Stonehenge
• Six Forks

Things to do in Raleigh

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

• Arts and culture: You'll find museums and cultural hubs throughout Raleigh, such as the African American Cultural Complex, Contemporary Art Museum of Raleigh, Gregg Museum of Art & Design at North Carolina State University, Haywood Hall House & Gardens, and Marbles Kids Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Pullen Park, William B. Umstead State Park, Yates Mill County Park, and JC Raulston Arboretum — 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 Carolina Hurricanes (NHL), North Carolina FC (USL), North Carolina Courage (NWSL), or Carolina Mudcats (MiLB) game.