Top Roseville, CA to Chapel Hill, NC Movers

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1. Auburn Moving & Storage: 4.76 out of 5 stars
2. House to Home Moving: 4.8 out of 5 stars
3. Fuller Moving Services: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. California Moving Systems, Inc.: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.76 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to North Carolina

Planning a move from California to North Carolina? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,651 and $6,603. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $4,910 and $9,295 for the same journey (CA to NC). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $9,236 to $14,554.

Cost of moving containers from California to North Carolina

If you're relocating from California to North Carolina, you'll typically spend between $1,777 and $4,428 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $3,123 up to $6,389. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $4,477 and $8,445. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from California to North Carolina

Renting a moving truck is typically the most budget-friendly choice, but remember, you'll be responsible for all the heavy lifting, packing, and driving on your own.

If you're moving from a studio or one-bedroom place with a rental truck, expect to pay between $1,839 and $3,490. For a two- or three-bedroom move, costs usually range from $2,074 to $4,374. If you're tackling a four-bedroom or bigger move, your rental truck will likely run between $2,596 and $5,583.

Estimated fuel costs are already factored into these quotes.

• Rent prices in Chapel Hill are 22% lower than in Roseville, 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 Chapel Hill.
  Home prices in Chapel Hill are 4.4% lower than in Roseville.
• Income in Chapel Hill is 8.1% lower than in Roseville, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Chapel Hill — including University of North Carolina, Performance Bicycle, and Investors Title — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Chapel Hill. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 22.5% lower than in Roseville.
• A move to Chapel Hill 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 18.7% less than what it costs in Roseville.
• The unemployment rate in Chapel Hill is 38.46% lower than in Roseville.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Chapel Hill, since the city's sales taxes in Chapel Hill are 3.23% lower than in Roseville.
• One perk of moving to Chapel Hill is paying less in state income taxes, which are 66.17% lower than in Roseville.

• Chapel Hill might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 61% less than Roseville.
• Chapel Hill offers better access to buses and trains than Roseville, based on public transportation ratings. Chapel Hill has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 3 in Roseville. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Chapel Hill neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Roseville. Based on its score of 34 out of 100, Chapel Hill isn't as walkable as Roseville, which has a score of 38 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 Chapel Hill, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Roseville. While Roseville has a bike-friendliness score of 59 out of 100, Chapel Hill earned a 50. 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.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Chapel Hill as Roseville. 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.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Chapel Hill. With a crime index of 73.58, Chapel Hill ranks lower in overall safety than Roseville, whose index is 80.11. 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.
• The air quality in Chapel Hill isn't as good as it is in Roseville, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. Chapel Hill has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Roseville is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

• Weather: May, September and October are the most pleasant months for moving as these are the driest month in Chapel Hill in a yearl, while January and July are the months you need to watch out as there might be some weather-related delays.
• 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: 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). Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a North Carolina moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: North Carolina 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 Chapel Hill. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Downtown Chapel Hill
• Franklin Street Area
• Carrboro
• Midtown Chapel Hill
• East 54

Best neighborhoods for families

• Winmore
• The Preserve at Jordan Lake
• Southern Village
• Briar Chapel
• Governor's Club

Things to do in Chapel Hill

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Chapel Hill include museums and art centers like the The Carolina Basketball Museum, Ackland Art Museum, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Kidzu Children's Museum, and FRANK Gallery.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's North Carolina Botanical Garden, Coker Arboretum, Brumley Forest Nature Preserve, and Battle Park — 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 UNC Tar Heels (Various sports) game.