Top Santa Clarita, CA to Salt Lake City, UT Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Salt Lake City to Santa Clarita guide.

1. Air 1 Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
3. Camelot Moving & Storage: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. NorthStar Moving Company : 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. Best California Movers: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Utah

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom home from California to Utah, you can expect to spend between $1,516 and $4,639. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $2,795 to $6,802 on the same route (CA to UT). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from California to Utah typically runs between $4,980 and $9,877.

Cost of moving containers from California to Utah

Moving containers from California to Utah will cost you $867 to $2,183 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,675 to $3,116. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,088 to $4,292. 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 Utah

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 $602 and $1,231. For a two- or three-bedroom move, costs usually range from $669 to $1,365. If you're tackling a four-bedroom or bigger move, your rental truck will likely run between $827 and $1,670.

Estimated fuel costs are already factored into these quotes.

• Rent prices in Salt Lake City are 55% lower than in Santa Clarita, 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 Salt Lake City.
  Home prices in Salt Lake City are 31.7% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• Income in Salt Lake City is 39.7% lower than in Santa Clarita, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Salt Lake City — including Intermountain Healthcare, Alsco, and EnerBank USA — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Salt Lake City. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 34.0% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• A move to Salt Lake City 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 Santa Clarita.
• The unemployment rate in Salt Lake City is 68.75% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Salt Lake City, since the city's sales taxes in Salt Lake City are 18.42% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• One perk of moving to Salt Lake City is paying less in state income taxes, which are 62.78% lower than in Santa Clarita.

• Salt Lake City might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 12% less than Santa Clarita.
• Salt Lake City offers better access to buses and trains than Santa Clarita, based on public transportation ratings. Salt Lake City has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 5 in Santa Clarita. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Salt Lake City means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Santa Clarita. Salt Lake City is considered more walkable than Santa Clarita, with a score of 59 out of 100 versus 35 out of 100 in Santa Clarita. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Salt Lake City is considered more bike-friendly than Santa Clarita 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 Santa Clarita is rated as 33 out of 100.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Salt Lake City as Santa Clarita. 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.
• Salt Lake City is generally as safe as Santa Clarita, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Salt Lake City has better air quality than in Santa Clarita. Salt Lake City has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Santa Clarita. 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 May are the most pleasant months in Salt Lake City, while January and December 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: Although a local license is not required in Utah, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Utah moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Utah 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 Salt Lake City. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. 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: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Capitol Hill
• Greater Avenues
• Sugar House
• Wasatch Hollow
• Yalecrest

Best neighborhoods for families

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

Things to do in Salt Lake City

After settling into your new Utah home, you'll want to branch out and explore your new city. Luckily, Salt Lake City has lots to offer, no matter what you're interested in:

• Arts and culture: Salt Lake City is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Natural History Museum of Utah, Clark Planetarium, Wheeler Historic Farm, Joseph Smith Memorial Building, and Land Cruiser Heritage Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Big Cottonwood Canyon, Red Butte Garden, Temple Square, and Liberty Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Salt Lake Bees (Pacific Coast League), Utah Jazz (NBA), Utah Utes (Pac-12), or Westminster Griffins (RMAC) game.