Top Los Angeles, CA to Yonkers, NY 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 New York

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from California to New York will cost between $1,602 and $7,039. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from CA to NY will range from $4,883 to $9,602, and a large move from California to New York will cost from $9,280 to $15,342.

Cost of moving containers from California to New York

Moving containers from California to New York will cost you $1,827 to $4,242 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $3,082 to $6,836. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $4,123 to $9,326. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of California.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to New York

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 $1,962 and $3,804. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $2,209 and $4,485. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $2,659 up to $5,614 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Yonkers are 9% 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 Yonkers.
  Home prices in Yonkers are 72.9% lower than in Los Angeles.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Yonkers, where incomes are, on average, 3.0% higher than in Los Angeles. Major employers in Yonkers include Leake and Watts Services, Yonkers Contracting, and St. John's Riverside Hospital.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Yonkers. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 22.2% lower than in Los Angeles.
• A move to Yonkers 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 28.2% less than what it costs in Los Angeles.
• The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 28.30% lower than in Los Angeles.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Yonkers, since the city's sales taxes in Yonkers are 6.53% lower than in Los Angeles.
• One perk of moving to Yonkers is paying less in state income taxes, which are 18.05% lower than in Los Angeles.

• Yonkers might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 94% less than Los Angeles.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Yonkers will be about the same as it currently is in Los Angeles. 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.
• You'll find Yonkers to be about as walkable as Los Angeles. The two cities have similar walkability scores of 69 and 69 respectively out of 100 in terms of how close housing is to businesses, recreational facilities, and jobs.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Yonkers, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Los Angeles. While Los Angeles has a bike-friendliness score of 59 out of 100, Yonkers earned a 37. 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.
• Yonkers has a lower crime rate than Los Angeles based on scores of 28.34 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 Yonkers than in Los Angeles, based on Yonkers's safety index of 71.66 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.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Yonkers has better air quality than in Los Angeles. Yonkers has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Los Angeles. 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: June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Yonkers, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• 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: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a New York moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: New York 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 Yonkers. 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. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your 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

• Getty Square
• Cedar Knolls
• Park Hill
• Southeast Yonkers
• Beech Hill

Best neighborhoods for families

• Cedar Knolls
• Park Hill
• Northwest Yonkers
• Southeast Yonkers
• Dunwoodie

Things to do in Yonkers

After getting comfortable in your new New York home, it's time to see what Yonkers is all about. Whether you're into food, art, nature, or nightlife — there's plenty to check out:

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Yonkers include museums and art centers like the Hudson River Museum, Philipse Manor Hall, and Science Barge.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Untermyer Gardens, Tibbetts Brook Park, Van der Donck Park, and Beverly E Smith Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden — 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 Lansdowne Yonkers FC (EPSL), Yonkers Knights (NY State Baseball League), Yonkers United Football Club (FC), or Yonkers Bravehearts (Eastern Football League) game.