Top Roseville, CA to Winston-Salem, NC Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Winston-Salem to Roseville guide.

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 $1,645 and $6,608. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $4,599 and $9,430 for the same journey (CA to NC). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $8,920 to $15,209.

Cost of moving containers from California to North Carolina

When you're heading from California to North Carolina, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,780 and $4,306. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $3,130 and $6,081. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $4,105 to $8,542. Want more details? 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 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 $1,868 and $3,440. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,902 and $4,437. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $2,455 up to $5,234 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Winston-Salem are 48% 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 Winston-Salem.
  Home prices in Winston-Salem are 59.9% lower than in Roseville.
• Income in Winston-Salem is 12.6% lower than in Roseville, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Winston-Salem — including Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Novant Health, and Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Winston-Salem. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 16.6% lower than in Roseville.
• A move to Winston-Salem 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 10.6% less than what it costs in Roseville.
• The unemployment rate in Winston-Salem and Roseville.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Winston-Salem, since the city's sales taxes in Winston-Salem are 9.68% lower than in Roseville.
• One perk of moving to Winston-Salem is paying less in state income taxes, which are 66.17% lower than in Roseville.

• The population of Winston-Salem is about 53% greater than Roseville, 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 Winston-Salem will be about the same as it currently is in Roseville. 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.
• Winston-Salem neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Roseville. Based on its score of 22 out of 100, Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Roseville. While Roseville has a bike-friendliness score of 59 out of 100, Winston-Salem earned a 29. 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.
• The crime rate in Winston-Salem is higher than in Roseville, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 32.67 in Winston-Salem, it is 25.0 in Roseville. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Winston-Salem. With a crime index of 67.33, Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem and Roseville 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: Climate in Winston-Salem is unlikely to affect your move but a freezing day in the winter could affect the conditions of the roads.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• 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). Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a North Carolina moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: North Carolina doesn't require moving permits, but it's still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You'll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Winston-Salem. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. 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: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• West End
• Ardmore
• Buena Vista
• Old Salem
• Washington Park

Best neighborhoods for families

• Sherwood Forest
• Ardmore
• Buena Vista
• West Highlands
• West Salem

Things to do in Winston-Salem

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

• Arts and culture: You'll find museums and cultural hubs throughout Winston-Salem, such as the Old Salem Museums & Gardens, Frank L Horton Museum Center, Kaleideum Downtown, Kaleideum North, and Reynolda House Museum of American Art.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's REYNOLDA ESTATE, SALEM LAKE, QUARRY PARK AND NATURE PRESERVE, and POLO 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 Winston-Salem State University Rams (NCAA), Winston-Salem Dash (High-A East), Carolina Thunderbirds (FPHL), or Winston-Salem Wolves (East Coast Basketball League) game.