Key factors that impact the cost of your Long Beach to Salt Lake City movetoggle

The cost of Long Beach movers will depend on:

  • Size of your move: The more items you have, the more your move will cost. A smaller move from Long Beach to Salt Lake City (like a one-bedroom) could be as low as $1,391, while larger moves may reach $7,980 for a four-bedroom home.
  • Seasonal demand: Moving in the summer? Expect to pay more โ€” itโ€™s the busiest time of year for movers in Long Beach.
  • DIY vs. hiring pros: You can cut costs by renting a truck (typically $623 to $1,604, but it requires more effort than hiring professional movers.

What to know before moving from Long Beach to Salt Lake City

Moving from Long Beach to Salt Lake City means adjusting to a different pace of life โ€” and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Long Beach than in Salt Lake City, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Long Beach compares to Salt Lake City so you know what to expect before you relocate:

Long Beach Salt Lake City
Average rent cost $2,075 $1,495
Average home value $835,800 $549,528
Average income (per capita) $78,995 $63,975
Cost of living (single person) $2,681 $2,172
Cost of living (family of 4) $6,051 $4,827
Unemployment rate 5.2% 3.0%
Sales tax 10.25% 7.75%
State income tax 13.3% 4.95%
  • Rent prices in Salt Lake City are 28% lower than in Long Beach, which means youโ€™ll have more money in your pocket each month.
  • In terms of homeownership, youโ€™ll be able to get more for your money in Salt Lake City.
    Home prices in Salt Lake City are 34.3% lower than in Long Beach.
  • Income in Salt Lake City is 19.0% lower than in Long Beach, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Salt Lake City include Intermountain Healthcare, Alsco, and EnerBank USA.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Salt Lake City is 19.0% lower than in Long Beach. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
  • The cost of living for a family in Salt Lake City is 20.2% lower than in Long Beach.
  • The unemployment rate in Salt Lake City is 42.31% lower than in Long Beach.
  • Youโ€™ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Salt Lake City, since the cityโ€™s sales taxes in Salt Lake City are 24.39% lower than in Long Beach.
  • One perk of moving to Salt Lake City is paying less in state income taxes, which are 62.78% lower than in Long Beach.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,430.44 in Salt Lake City to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Long Beach.

How life is different in Long Beach vs. Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City Long Beach
Population 200,133 451,307
AllTransit Transportation Performance Score 8 8
Walkability score 59 73
Bike friendliness score 74 70
Crime Index 34.64 58.58
Safety Index 65.36 41.42
Air Quality Good Good
  • Salt Lake City might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 56% less than Long Beach.
  • Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Salt Lake City will be about the same as it currently is in Long Beach. 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.
  • Salt Lake City neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Long Beach. Based on its score of 59 out of 100, Salt Lake City isnโ€™t as walkable as Long Beach, which has a score of 73 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.
  • If cycling is your thing, Salt Lake City is considered more bike-friendly than Long Beach in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Salt Lake City has a bike-friendliness score of 74 out of 100, while Long Beach is rated as 70 out of 100.
  • Salt Lake City has a lower crime rate than Long Beach based on scores of 34.64 and Long Beach's 58.58, 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 Salt Lake City than in Long Beach, based on Salt Lake Cityโ€™s safety index of 65.36 versus 41.42 for Long Beach. 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 Salt Lake City and Long Beach 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.

Other things to consider for your Long Beach vs. Salt Lake City move

  • Weather: June, September and May are the most pleasant months in Salt Lake City, while January and December are the least comfortable months.
  • 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: Although a local license is not required in Utah, make sure the moving company youโ€™ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if youโ€™re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
  • State regulator: You can verify a Utah moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
  • Moving permits: Utah does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
  • Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Salt Lake City. Get started here.
  • Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.In Utah, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. To increase protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company.
  • Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Salt Lake City

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Crossroads of the West", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Salt Lake City.

Best neighborhoods for singles

  • Central City
  • East Bench
  • Greater Avenues
  • Sugar House
  • Yalecrest

Best neighborhoods for families

  • East Bench
  • Greater Avenues
  • Liberty Wells
  • Sugar House
  • Yalecrest

Things to do in Salt Lake City

Once youโ€™re settled into your new home in Utah, itโ€™s time to get out and discover what Salt Lake City has to offer. No matter your interests, thereโ€™s something for everyone here:

  • Arts and culture: Salt Lake City features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Natural History Museum of Utah, Clark Planetarium, Wheeler Historic Farm, Joseph Smith Memorial Building, and Land Cruiser Heritage Museum.
  • Outdoor recreation: The cityโ€™s Big Cottonwood Canyon, Red Butte Garden, Temple Square, and Liberty Park โ€” among other spots โ€” perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
  • Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an Salt Lake Bees (Pacific Coast League), Utah Jazz (NBA), Utah Utes (Pac-12), or Westminster Griffins (RMAC) game.

FAQ

When is the best time to move from Long Beach to Salt Lake City?

The most budget-friendly and comfortable times to move from Long Beach to Salt Lake City are in the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and moving rates in Long Beach are lower.

When is the cheapest time to move from Long Beach to Salt Lake City?

With many people choosing to move from Long Beach to Salt Lake City in spring or fall, winter moves often come with better rates. Take a look at our moving discounts guide to find out how to save.

How long does a move from Long Beach to Salt Lake City take?

Moving from Long Beach, CA to Salt Lake City, UT covers 702 miles and usually takes one to six days. Need to move faster? Some Long Beach movers offer expedited options. If youโ€™re not ready to receive your items, look into storage solutions in Salt Lake City.

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