Top Portland, OR to Salt Lake City, UT Movers

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

1. PDX Movers: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. You Move Me: 5.0 out of 5 stars
3. Bridgetown Moving & Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
4. ITS Global Relocation Services: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. Bellhop Moving: 4.58 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Oregon to Utah

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Oregon to Utah, you can expect to spend between $1,539 and $5,306. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $2,972 to $7,446 on the same route (OR to UT). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from Oregon to Utah typically runs between $5,010 and $10,488.

Cost of moving containers from Oregon to Utah

Moving containers from Oregon to Utah will cost you $869 to $2,045 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,458 to $3,013. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,139 to $3,963. Learn more about PODS cost.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Oregon to Utah

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $603 and $1,179. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $643 and $1,427. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $831 up to $1,681 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Salt Lake City are 2% lower than in Portland, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• The home prices in Salt Lake City are 5.2% higher than in Portland, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Salt Lake City is 25.5% lower than in Portland, 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 15.6% lower than in Portland.
• 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 20.6% less than what it costs in Portland.
• The unemployment rate in Salt Lake City is 56.52% lower than in Portland.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Salt Lake City, since its sales taxes are 7.75% higher than what you are paying in Portland.
• One perk of moving to Salt Lake City is paying less in state income taxes, which are 50.00% lower than in Portland.

• Salt Lake City might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 69% less than Portland.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Salt Lake City will be about the same as it currently is in Portland. 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 Portland. Based on its score of 59 out of 100, Salt Lake City isn't as walkable as Portland, which has a score of 81 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.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Salt Lake City, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Portland. While Portland has a bike-friendliness score of 92 out of 100, Salt Lake City earned a 74. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• Salt Lake City has a lower crime rate than Portland based on scores of 34.64 and Portland's 57.37, 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 Portland, based on Salt Lake City's safety index of 65.36 versus 42.63 for Portland. 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 Portland 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: 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
• Central City
• East Bench
• Sugar House
• Yalecrest

Best neighborhoods for families

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

Things to do in Salt Lake City

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

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Salt Lake City include museums and art 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 — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Salt Lake Bees (Pacific Coast League), Utah Jazz (NBA), Utah Utes (Pac-12), or Westminster Griffins (RMAC) game.