Top Eugene, OR to Long Beach, CA Movers

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1. Elite Relocation Services: 4.96 out of 5 stars
2. Cross Town Moves: 4.62 out of 5 stars
3. Skinny Wimp Moving Eugene: 4.52 out of 5 stars
4. Bertsch Moving & Storage Co. Inc: 4.42 out of 5 stars
5. Cal's Moving Help LLC: 4.8 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Oregon to California

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Oregon to California will cost between $1,648 and $6,359. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from OR to CA will range from $3,354 to $8,593, and a large move from Oregon to California will cost from $5,512 to $10,719.

Cost of moving containers from Oregon to California

If you're moving from Oregon to California, expect to pay between $1,033 and $2,511 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $1,784 up to $3,352. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,351 and $4,388. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from Oregon.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Oregon 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 $728 to $1,361. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $850 to $1,667, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Oregon to California costs around $1,036 to $2,108.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Long Beach, since prices are typically 30% higher than in Eugene.
• The home prices in Long Beach are 81.8% higher than in Eugene, 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 Long Beach, where incomes are, on average, 26.5% higher than in Eugene. Major employers in Long Beach include UTi Worldwide, Molina Healthcare, and Promises Behavioral Health.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Long Beach, since the cost of living for a single person in Long Beach is 47.8% higher than in Eugene. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Long Beach, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Long Beach is 38.2% higher than in Eugene.
• The unemployment rate in Long Beach is 17.46% lower than in Eugene.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Long Beach, since its sales taxes are 10.25% higher than what you are paying in Eugene.
• State income taxes in Long Beach are 34.34% higher than in Eugene.

• The population of Long Beach is about 155% greater than Eugene, 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.
• Long Beach offers better access to buses and trains than Eugene, based on public transportation ratings. Long Beach has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 5 in Eugene. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Long Beach means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Eugene. Long Beach is considered more walkable than Eugene, with a score of 73 out of 100 versus 46 out of 100 in Eugene. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• Long Beach and Eugene are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 70 and 72 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• The crime rate in Long Beach is higher than in Eugene, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 58.58 in Long Beach, it is 6.0 in Eugene. 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 Long Beach. With a crime index of 41.42, Long Beach ranks lower in overall safety than Eugene, whose index is 54.24. 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 Long Beach and Eugene 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: Long Beach has hot summers and mild to warm winters with occasional rainfall.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• 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. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a California moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in California, though it's smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly to Long Beach Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. 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: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Belmont Shore
• Recreation Park
• Carroll Park
• Alamitos Beach
• Bluff Heights

Best neighborhoods for families

• Bixby Village
• Los Altos
• Wrigley Heights
• Park Estates
• Alamitos Heights

Things to do in Long Beach

Now that you've made the move to California it's the perfect time to explore Long Beach From local hotspots to hidden gems, there's something to enjoy for every lifestyle:

• Arts and culture: Long Beach is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the The Queen Mary, Museum of Latin American Art, Rancho Los Cerritos, Long Beach Museum of Art, and Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Bluff Park, Rainbow Lagoon Park, Bixby Park, and El Dorado Park West — 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 game.