Best Huntsville to Stockton Movers

How Much Do Huntsville to Stockton Movers Cost?

Moving 2,260 miles from Huntsville, AL to Stockton, CA will typically cost between $3,500 and $9,000 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 Stockton that already have a booked job heading from Stockton to Huntsville. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Stockton from Huntsville entirely empty. If you can find a Stockton moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Huntsville to Stockton 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 Stockton movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Huntsville to Stockton 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 Stockton 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 Stockton, CA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 25 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Huntsville and Stockton areas.

From these 25 companies, we analyzed a total of 9,395 reviews dating all the way back to October 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 10 state and federal moving licenses from these 25 companies and 125 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~9,000 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 1,962 Huntsville to Stockton 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 New Latitude Movers).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.92/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 4,800 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.66/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 1,781 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.13/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 1,001 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.99/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 1,783 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.86/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 620 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.92/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 2,231 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.43/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 2,854 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.69/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 4,862 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.90/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 2,869 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.88/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 519 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.63/10 avg (Huntsville & Stockton combined) from 2,402 reviews

From Huntsville to Stockton: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Huntsville in Huntsville & Downtown Stockton in Stockton are both known for their historic mixed-use core
• Huntsville's MidCity District neighborhood & Stockton's Downtown Stockton both share local eateries & nightlife
• If you're moving from Jones Valley, check out Lincoln Village in the Stockton area for the suburban, family-friendly schools
• Do you enjoy Twickenham Historic District's historic homes & tree-lined streets? You're sure to love Victorian District
• Move from Blossomwood to Spanos Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: established mid-century community
• Providence & Brookside are both known for their new master-planned development
• Huntsville's Hampton Cove neighborhood & Stockton's Brookside neighborhood both have scenic waterfront & upscale homes
• If you're moving from South Huntsville, look into Weston Ranch for the affordable, family-oriented suburb

Pros and Cons of Moving from Huntsville to Stockton

ConsHuntsville, AL

• Smaller job market
• Less cultural diversity
• Higher humidity

ProsStockton, CA

• Diverse job opportunities
• Rich cultural diversity
• Milder climate

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Stockton, CA

• Higher cost of living
• More crowded
• Higher crime rates

Huntsville, AL

• Lower cost of living
• Space and nature
• Strong community

Pros of moving from Huntsville to Stockton

• Say goodbye to the smaller job market and hello to diverse job opportunities
• Look forward to moving away from less cultural diversity and moving to Stockton with rich cultural diversity
• Swap the higher humidity of Huntsville for a milder climate in Stockton

Cons of moving from Huntsville to Stockton

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the lower cost of living in Huntsville to live with a higher cost of living in Stockton
• You'll lose out on the pro of space and nature and have to settle for the con of being more crowded
• Time to bid farewell to the strong community and get used to the higher crime rates in Stockton

Huntsville vs. Stockton: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Huntsville to Stockton, you will be trading the iconic Alabama BBQ of Huntsville for the equally delicious asparagus of Stockton. And while the locals in Huntsville rave about their flavorful pulled pork sandwich and sumptuous boiled peanuts, Stockton residents know they have tasty carnitas tacos and food truck tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ tofu they've grown to love, they can get ready for the vegetable stir fry of Stockton. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Huntsville eateries like Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, Cotton Row, and Purveyor. After the boxes are unpacked in Stockton, don't wait too long before making your way to Stockton's acclaimed eateries like Market Tavern, Michael's Pizza, and Midgley's Public House.

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

Discover Stockton Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Stockton 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 Commerce Kitchen in Huntsville, we're sure you'll love The Downtowner, Mile Wine Company, and Midgley's Public House in Stockton. See our Stockton restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Huntsville hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at The Bottle, head to Market Tavern on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Huntsville and Stockton

• The Traditional and Craftsman architecture that Huntsville is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Mediterranean architecture typical of Stockton.
• Compared to Huntsville's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and proximity to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, Stockton real estate listings often highlight features like proximity to the waterfront and access to highways.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Stockton is more walkable than Huntsville.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Stockton is more bike-friendly than Huntsville.
• Stockton has more of an urban feel than Huntsville.
• Stockton housing costs are 56% more expensive than they are in Huntsville, with a median home price of $441,769 compared to Huntsville’s $282,670.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Stockton have increased by 43% compared to a 62% increase in Huntsville.
• Rent in Stockton is 45.50% more expensive than in Huntsville.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Stockton, CA

1. 1 Brookside: Master-planned with shaded sidewalks, pocket parks, and waterfront greenbelts that make daily dog walks easy.
2. 2 Spanos Park: Home to Michael Faklis Park with Barkleyville Dog Park, plus wide sidewalks and lakeside paths for on-leash strolls.
3. 3 Quail Lakes: Centered around Grupe Park and the Quail Lakes loop, offering flat, tree-lined paths and plenty of grassy areas for pets.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Huntsville to Stockton. Stockton gets 31% more sunshine days than Huntsville.
• Stockton has higher humidity and a similar average UV index compared to Huntsville.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and severe thunderstorms in Huntsville, but be on the lookout for potential earthquakes and floods in Stockton.
• The average summer high temperature in Stockton is 3 degrees warmer than in Huntsville.
• The average winter lows in Stockton are 7 degrees warmer than they are in Huntsville.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Stockton, as Stockton receives 36 fewer inches of rain compared to Huntsville.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Huntsville and Stockton

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Stockton tend to earn about 1% less than in Huntsville
• The COLI in Stockton is 50% higher than what you are used to living in Huntsville
• The state income tax in CA is 13.3 (max) compared to 5 in AL
• The affluence in Stockton is varied compared to being moderately affluent in Huntsville
• The poverty level is higher in Stockton compared to being lower in Huntsville
• In terms of homelessness, it is less significant in Huntsville and more noticeable in Stockton

Huntsville vs. Stockton Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 38% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Stockton compared to your Huntsville commute. That's 4,160 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Stockton to be worse than it is in Huntsville.
• Public transit is more readily available in Stockton.