Top St. Petersburg, FL to Oakland, CA Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Oakland to St. Petersburg guide.

1. Let's Get Moving, Inc.: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Big Man's Moving Company, LLC: 4.86 out of 5 stars
3. Brothers EZ Moving: 4.72 out of 5 stars
4. 2 College Brothers Moving and Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
5. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.58 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Florida to California

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Florida to California will cost between $1,458 and $6,522. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from FL to CA will range from $4,394 to $8,733, and a large move from Florida to California will cost from $8,601 to $13,256.

Cost of moving containers from Florida to California

Moving containers from Florida to California will cost you $1,765 to $4,267 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $3,257 to $6,679. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $4,278 to $9,204. Learn more about PODS cost.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Florida to California

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $1,859 to $3,986. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $2,035 to $4,611, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Florida to California costs around $2,707 to $5,438.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Oakland, since prices are typically 6% higher than in St. Petersburg.
• The home prices in Oakland are 104.2% higher than in St. Petersburg, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Oakland, where incomes are, on average, 46.6% higher than in St. Petersburg. Major employers in Oakland include Kaiser Permanente, Dreyer's, and The Clorox Company.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Oakland, since the cost of living for a single person in Oakland is 19.1% higher than in St. Petersburg. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Oakland, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Oakland is 38.9% higher than in St. Petersburg.
• The unemployment rate in Oakland is 2.17% lower than in St. Petersburg.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Oakland, since its sales taxes are 46.43% higher than what you are paying in St. Petersburg.
• State income taxes in Oakland are 13.30% higher than in St. Petersburg.

• The population of Oakland is about 70% greater than St. Petersburg, 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.
• Oakland offers better access to buses and trains than St. Petersburg, based on public transportation ratings. Oakland has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 6 in St. Petersburg. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Oakland means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in St. Petersburg. Oakland is considered more walkable than St. Petersburg, with a score of 75 out of 100 versus 43 out of 100 in St. Petersburg. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Oakland is considered more bike-friendly than St. Petersburg in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Oakland has a bike-friendliness score of 65 out of 100, while St. Petersburg is rated as 59 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Oakland is higher than in St. Petersburg, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 68.62 in Oakland, it is 39.54 in St. Petersburg. 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 Oakland. With a crime index of 31.38, Oakland ranks lower in overall safety than St. Petersburg, whose index is 60.46. 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 Oakland and St. Petersburg 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: Oakland features warm, dry summers, and mild, wet winters.
• HOA rules: It's a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it's a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in California, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While California doesn't mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Oakland without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. Opt for Released Value Protection – a cost-free choice provided by movers with minimal coverage. The liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement is only $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). To ensure comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, consult with your chosen moving company or consider third-party insurance options.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Downtown
• Grand Lake
• Piedmont Avenue
• Rockridge
• Temescal

Best neighborhoods for families

• Fairview Park
• Rockridge
• Bushrod
• Upper Rockridge
• Lakeshore

Things to do in Oakland

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

• Arts and culture: Oakland is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Oakland Museum of California, Chabot Space & Science Center, USS Potomac, Oakland Aviation Museum, and African American Museum and Library.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Redwood Regional Park, Joaquin Miller Park, East Bay Regional Park District, and Lakeside Park and Garden Center — 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 Oakland Athletics (MLB) and Oakland Roots DC (USLC) game.