Best Huntsville to Irvine Movers

How Much Do Huntsville to Irvine Movers Cost?

Moving 2,101 miles from Huntsville, AL to Irvine, CA will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Irvine that already have a booked job heading from Irvine to Huntsville. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Irvine from Huntsville entirely empty. If you can find a Irvine moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Huntsville to Irvine moving option

Hire local Huntsville movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Irvine movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Huntsville to Irvine move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Huntsville to Irvine movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Huntsville, AL to Irvine, CA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Huntsville to Irvine moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 23 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Huntsville and Irvine areas.

From these 23 companies, we analyzed a total of 8,885 reviews dating all the way back to March 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 4 state and federal moving licenses from these 23 companies and 114 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~8,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 1,269 Huntsville to Irvine moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Black Tie Moving) vs older more established companies (like Terry Moving & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Huntsville to Irvine moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.88/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 5,317 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.69/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 1,942 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.36/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 1,067 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.97/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 2,135 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.07/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 687 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.00/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 2,336 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.32/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 3,081 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.66/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 5,369 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.84/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 3,084 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.56/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 498 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.71/10 avg (Huntsville & Irvine combined) from 2,597 reviews

From Huntsville to Irvine: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in Huntsville & University Park in Irvine are both known for their: walkable, eateries & shops
• Huntsville's Jones Valley neighborhood & Irvine's Northwood both share: established, family-friendly, good schools
• If you're moving from Hampton Cove, check out Orchard Hills in the Irvine area for the:
• Do you enjoy Monte Sano's hillside living and hiking trails? You're sure to love Turtle Rock
• Move from Providence to Portola Springs and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: master-planned, new family community
• Indian Creek & Orchard Hills are both known for their: luxury homes, higher-end real estate
• Huntsville's Big Cove neighborhood & Irvine's Great Park Neighborhoods both have: new subdivisions, parks & trails
• If you're moving from Blossomwood, look into Northwood for the: quiet, suburban, good schools

Pros and Cons of Moving from Huntsville to Irvine

ConsHuntsville, AL

• Higher humidity
• Less cultural diversity
• Smaller tech sector
• Fewer dining options

ProsIrvine, CA

• Milder climate
• Greater diversity
• Booming tech industry
• Wide range of cuisines

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Irvine, CA

• Higher cost of living
• More impersonal
• Less greenery
• Heavier traffic

Huntsville, AL

• Lower cost of living
• Close-knit community
• Abundant green spaces
• Easier traffic flow

Pros of moving from Huntsville to Irvine

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to a milder climate
• Look forward to moving away from less cultural diversity and moving to Irvine with greater diversity
• Swap the smaller tech sector of Huntsville for a booming tech industry in Irvine
• Get ready for a wide range of cuisines in Irvine

Cons of moving from Huntsville to Irvine

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a lower cost of living in Huntsville to live with a higher cost of living in Irvine
• You'll lose out on the pro of a close-knit community and have to settle for the con of a more impersonal atmosphere
• Time to bid farewell to abundant green spaces and get used to less greenery in Irvine
• Swap easier traffic flow for heavier traffic

Huntsville vs. Irvine: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Huntsville to Irvine, you will be trading the iconic Alabama BBQ of Huntsville for the equally delicious Fish Tacos of Irvine. And while the locals in Huntsville rave about their flavorful Smoked Chicken with White Sauce and sumptuous Biscuits, Irvine residents know they have tasty Korean BBQ and Banh Mi to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Jackfruit BBQ Sandwich they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Ramen of Irvine. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Huntsville eateries like Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, Purveyor, and Cotton Row. After the boxes are unpacked in Irvine, don't wait too long before making your way to Irvine's acclaimed eateries like Hana re, Houston's, and Din Tai Fung.

When comparing lifestyles, Irvine shows a greater emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Huntsville. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Irvine compared to what you are used to in Huntsville. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Irvine.

Discover Irvine Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Irvine is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Huntsville favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Cotton Row, Blue Plate Cafe, and Farm Burger in Huntsville, we're sure you'll love The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar, Sidecar Cafe, and Umami Burger in Irvine. See our Irvine restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Huntsville hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at 1892 East Restaurant & Tavern, head to North Italia on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Huntsville and Irvine

• The Traditional and Ranch architecture that Huntsville is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Mediterranean architecture typical of Irvine.
• Compared to Huntsville's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and family-friendly neighborhoods, Irvine real estate listings often highlight features like proximity to parks and eco-friendly elements.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes because Irvine is more walkable than Huntsville.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike because Irvine is more bike-friendly than Huntsville.
• Irvine has more of an urban feel than Huntsville.
• Irvine housing costs are 427% more expensive than they are in Huntsville, with a median home price of $1,489,822 compared to Huntsville’s $282,670.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Irvine have increased by 61% compared to a 62% increase in Huntsville.
• Rent in Irvine is 129% more expensive than in Huntsville.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Irvine, CA

1. 1 Woodbridge: Miles of lakeside paths and greenbelts connect numerous parks with pet waste stations, making daily leashed walks easy and scenic.
2. 2 Quail Hill: Direct access to the Quail Hill Loop and Irvine Open Space Preserve, plus many pocket parks and sidewalks, creates great options for active pets.
3. 3 Great Park Neighborhoods: Wide sidewalks, the Bosque trail network, and quick access to nearby dog-friendly amenities like Irvine Central Bark make it convenient for pet owners.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Huntsville and Irvine

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Huntsville to Irvine. Irvine gets 41% more sunshine days than Huntsville.
• Irvine has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Huntsville.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and severe storms in Huntsville, but be on the lookout for potential wildfires and earthquakes in Irvine.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Irvine is 6 degrees colder than in Huntsville.
• The average winter lows in Irvine are 16 degrees warmer than they are in Huntsville.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Irvine. Irvine receives 40 fewer inches of rain compared to Huntsville.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Huntsville and Irvine

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Irvine tend to earn about 49% more than in Huntsville
• The COLI in Irvine is 50% higher than what you are used to living in Huntsville
• The state income tax in CA is 9.3 compared to 5 in AL
• The affluence in Irvine is high compared to moderate in Huntsville
• The poverty level is very low in Irvine compared to lower in Huntsville
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Huntsville and low in Irvine

Huntsville vs. Irvine Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 14% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Irvine compared to your commute in Huntsville. That's 1560 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Irvine to be worse than it is in Huntsville.
• Public transit is more readily available in Irvine.