($1,113+) San Francisco, CA to Sioux Falls, SD Movers

Full-service moving costs from San Francisco, CA to Sioux Falls, SD

For the 1,749-mile move from San Francisco, California, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, full-service movers cost between $1,261 and $10,342. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $550 - $3,668 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in San Francisco generally start around $284 plus $150 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from San Francisco to Sioux Falls:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,261 - $5,267
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,375 - $7,066
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,729 - $10,342

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from San Francisco to Sioux Falls.

Specialty moving services from San Francisco, CA to Sioux Falls, SD

Specialty needs vary by market — 87% of San Francisco movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Sioux Falls, 71% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from San Francisco to Sioux Falls?

All three below meet the standards set by the South Dakota Trucking Association, the group most South Dakota movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from San Francisco, CA to Sioux Falls, SD

Moving containers from San Francisco, California, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, cost between $1,624 and $5,699. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in San Francisco typically runs around $120/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from San Francisco to Sioux Falls:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,624 - $3,035
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,959 - $4,002
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,620 - $5,699

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Containers are self-loaded, so many people hire hourly help for the heavy lifting. moveBuddha data shows two movers for about five hours runs around $1,284 in San Francisco, CA. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: If you want stronger coverage than the default liability, full-value protection is the upgrade to consider. Most providers charge 1% - 2% of your shipment value, roughly $500 - $1,000 for $50,000 in contents.
• Storage: After the first month, rental fees average $138 per month for a small 7- to 8-foot container and $275 per month for a larger 12- to 16-foot unit.
• Access: If you anticipate needing to access items while in storage, confirm there's a facility conveniently located near your Sioux Falls, SD, destination before booking.

What are the best moving containers San Francisco to Sioux Falls?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from San Francisco, CA to Sioux Falls, SD

Plan on $1,124 - $2,965 for a rental moving truck on the 1,749-mile route from San Francisco, California, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,021 - $1,166
• Daily insurance: $55/day
• Equipment rentals: $13 - $37
• San Francisco daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.59

These are typical moving truck rental costs from San Francisco to Sioux Falls based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,124 - $2,057
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,203 - $2,326
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,532 - $2,965

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $138 and $642.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $275.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $1,021 and $1,166 for the 1,749-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $1,284 for 2 movers in San Francisco, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from San Francisco to Sioux Falls?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from San Francisco, CA to Sioux Falls, SD

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from San Francisco, California, to Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $1,651 and $3,332.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from San Francisco to Sioux Falls:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,378 - $2,652
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,599 - $3,332
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,073 - $4,428

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $138 and $275.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in San Francisco, California, for roughly five hours typically average $1,284.

What are the best freight companies from San Francisco to Sioux Falls?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. PRO Logistics (4.54/5 stars): PRO Logistics is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: San Francisco, CA vs Sioux Falls, SD

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Sioux Falls, side by side with San Francisco on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.