Best Irvine to Montgomery Movers

How Much Do Irvine to Montgomery Movers Cost?

Moving 2,034 miles from Irvine, CA to Montgomery, AL 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 Montgomery that already have a booked job heading from Montgomery to Irvine. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Montgomery from Irvine entirely empty. If you can find a Montgomery moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Irvine to Montgomery moving option

Hire local Irvine 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 Montgomery movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Irvine to Montgomery 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 Irvine to Montgomery 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 Irvine, CA to Montgomery, AL long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 19 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Irvine and Montgomery areas.

From these 19 companies, we analyzed a total of 8,632 reviews dating all the way back to March 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 5 state and federal moving licenses from these 19 companies and 97 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 1,387 Irvine to Montgomery 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 Pink Zebra Moving) vs older more established companies (like NorthStar Moving Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.89/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 6,406 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.89/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 2,353 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.32/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 1,239 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.96/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 2,434 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.23/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 798 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.11/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 3,033 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.23/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 3,731 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.62/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 6,431 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.82/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 3,574 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.43/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 581 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.59/10 avg (Irvine & Montgomery combined) from 3,084 reviews

From Irvine to Montgomery: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Woodbridge in Irvine & Wynlakes in Montgomery are both known for their: planned community with parks & lakes
• Irvine's Northwood neighborhood & Montgomery's Summerfield both share: family-friendly with parks & good schools
• If you're moving from University Town Center, check out EastChase in the Montgomery area for the: mixed-use with shops & restaurants
• Do you enjoy Portola Springs' newer masterplanned with parks & trails? You're sure to love Robinswood Park
• Move from Westpark to Robinswood Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: suburban with green spaces & walking paths
• Orchard Hills & Wynlakes are both known for their: golf-course community with upscale homes
• Irvine's East Irvine neighborhood & Montgomery's Cloverdale Historic District neighborhood both have: established neighborhood with historic bungalows
• If you're moving from Great Park Neighborhoods, look into Summerfield for the: planned community with parks & community center

Pros and Cons of Moving from Irvine to Montgomery

ConsIrvine, CA

• High cost of living
• Heavy traffic
• Less cultural diversity

ProsMontgomery, AL

• Lower cost of living
• Less congestion
• Rich historical heritage

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Montgomery, AL

• Hotter summers
• Varied school quality
• Smaller city vibe

Irvine, CA

• Great weather
• Quality education
• Cultural diversity

Pros of moving from Irvine to Montgomery

• Say goodbye to the high cost of living and hello to the lower cost of living
• Look forward to moving away from heavy traffic and moving to Montgomery with less congestion
• Swap the less cultural diversity of Irvine for the rich historical heritage in Montgomery

Cons of moving from Irvine to Montgomery

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the great weather in Irvine to live with hotter summers in Montgomery
• You'll lose out on the pro of quality education and have to settle for the con of varied school quality
• Time to bid farewell to cultural diversity and get used to the smaller city vibe in Montgomery

Irvine vs. Montgomery: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Irvine to Montgomery, you will be trading the iconic California Roll of Irvine for the equally delicious Fried Catfish of Montgomery. And while the locals in Irvine rave about their flavorful Korean BBQ and sumptuous Taco Trucks, Montgomery residents know they have tasty Barbecue Ribs and Southern BBQ Sandwich to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Acai Bowl they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Collard Greens of Montgomery. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Irvine eateries like HabuYummy Sushi, Din Tai Fung, and The Boiling Crab. After the boxes are unpacked in Montgomery, don't wait too long before making your way to Montgomery's acclaimed eateries like Dreamland BBQ, Central, and Cloverdale Idlewild.

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

Discover Montgomery Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Montgomery is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Irvine favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved 93 Harbord St., Plum’s Café, and Café Hiro in Irvine, we're sure you'll love Central – fine dining with an emphasis on local ingredients, Vintage Year – a staple with a vibrant brunch scene, and Taste Too – fusion cuisine with creative flair in Montgomery. See our Montgomery restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Irvine hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Agora Churrascaria, head to Texas de Brazil – a similar Brazilian steakhouse experience on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Irvine and Montgomery

• The Modern and Spanish architecture that Irvine is known for will be replaced with the Colonial and Ranch architecture typical of Montgomery.
• Compared to Irvine's real estate listings that commonly reference pool and smart home features, Montgomery's real estate listings often highlight features like large yards and historic details.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Montgomery is more walkable than Irvine.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Montgomery is less bike-friendly than Irvine.
• Montgomery has less of an urban feel than Irvine.
• Montgomery housing costs are 91% less expensive than they are in Irvine, with a median home price of $139,969 compared to Irvine’s $1,489,822.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Montgomery have increased by 41% compared to a 61% increase in Irvine.
• Rent in Montgomery is 62.10% more affordable than in Irvine.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Montgomery, AL

1. 1 Hampstead: Highly walkable New Urbanist community with miles of trails, lakes, pocket parks, and dog-friendly patios that make daily pet exercise easy.
2. 2 Old Cloverdale: Historic, tree-lined streets with sidewalks, nearby parks, and plenty of dog-welcoming patios ideal for relaxed neighborhood strolls.
3. 3 Sturbridge: Planned community with greenways and ponds and close proximity to the Hannah Daye Ridling Bark Park at Blount Cultural Park for convenient off-leash play.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Irvine to Montgomery. Montgomery gets 25% fewer sunshine days than Irvine.
• Montgomery has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Irvine.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes and wildfires in Irvine and be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and hurricanes in Montgomery.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Montgomery is 6 degrees warmer than in Irvine.
• The average winter lows are 10 degrees colder than they are in Irvine.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Montgomery, as it receives 40 more inches of rain compared to Irvine.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Irvine and Montgomery

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Montgomery tend to earn about 56% less than in Irvine
• The COLI in Montgomery will be 27% lower than what you are used to living in Irvine
• The state income tax in AL is 5.0 compared to 9.3 in CA
• The affluence in Montgomery is moderate compared to high in Irvine
• The poverty level is higher in Montgomery compared to low in Irvine
• In terms of homelessness, it is noticeable in Irvine and conspicuous in Montgomery

Political and Religious Climate in Irvine vs. Montgomery

• Irvine tends to lean primarily Democratic in its political climate
• Montgomery, on the other hand, is often described as primarily Democratic
• Montgomery's religious environment can be described as a strong Christian majority with a significant Baptist and Methodist presence
• Irvine's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as multicultural and diverse religious communities