Best Sacramento to Huntsville Movers

How Much Do Sacramento to Huntsville Movers Cost?

Moving 2,355 miles from Sacramento, CA to Huntsville, AL will typically cost between $4,000 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 Huntsville that already have a booked job heading from Huntsville to Sacramento. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Huntsville from Sacramento entirely empty. If you can find a Huntsville moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Sacramento to Huntsville moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 27 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Sacramento and Huntsville areas.

From these 27 companies, we analyzed a total of 7,071 reviews dating all the way back to October 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 13 state and federal moving licenses from these 27 companies and 126 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~7,000 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 1,834 Sacramento to Huntsville 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 MoveDaddy) 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 Sacramento to Huntsville moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.50/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 3,456 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.09/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 1,099 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.64/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 610 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.52/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 1,243 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.35/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 469 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.55/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 1,397 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.11/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 2,013 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.24/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 3,554 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.56/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 2,134 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

3.57/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 442 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.13/10 avg (Sacramento & Huntsville combined) from 1,703 reviews

From Sacramento to Huntsville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Land Park in Sacramento & Blossomwood in Huntsville are both known for their quiet neighborhood with parks and family-friendly atmosphere
• Sacramento's Midtown neighborhood & Huntsville's Five Points both share local eateries and bustling nightlife
• If you're moving from East Sacramento, check out Twickenham in the Huntsville area for the tree-lined streets and historic homes
• Do you enjoy Curtis Park's historic craftsman homes and walkable streets? You're sure to love Five Points
• Move from Pocket/Greenhaven to Hampton Cove and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: suburban area with riverfront and family activities
• Natomas & Providence are both known for their planned community with modern homes and amenities
• Sacramento's Tahoe Park neighborhood & Huntsville's Jones Valley neighborhood both have modest mid-century homes and a neighborhood park
• If you're moving from Elk Grove, look into Providence for the family-oriented suburb with modern subdivisions and retail centers
• Do you cherish living in Downtown/Riverfront's urban core with nightlife and riverfront parks? Move into Downtown Huntsville for something similar
• The similar vibes of Oak Park & Jones Valley are both known for their emerging neighborhood with community events and local boutiques

Pros and Cons of Moving from Sacramento to Huntsville

ConsSacramento, CA

• Higher cost of living
• Worse traffic
• Less green space
• Hotter summers

ProsHuntsville, AL

• Lower cost of living
• Less traffic
• More parks and greenery
• Milder summers

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Huntsville, AL

• Less diversity
• Smaller job market
• No beaches nearby
• More limited dining options

Sacramento, CA

• Diverse culture
• Larger job market
• Proximity to beaches
• Vibrant food scene

Pros of moving from Sacramento to Huntsville

• Say goodbye to the higher cost of living and hello to the lower cost of living
• Look forward to moving away from worse traffic and moving to Huntsville with less traffic
• Swap the less green space of Sacramento for more parks and greenery in Huntsville
• Get ready for milder summers in Huntsville

Cons of moving from Sacramento to Huntsville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the diverse culture in Sacramento to live with less diversity in Huntsville
• You'll lose out on the pro of a larger job market and have to settle with the con of a smaller job market
• Time to bid farewell to proximity to beaches and get used to no beaches nearby in Huntsville
• Swap the vibrant food scene for more limited dining options

Sacramento vs. Huntsville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Sacramento to Huntsville, you will be trading the iconic Farm-to-Fork dishes of Sacramento for the equally delicious Alabama BBQ of Huntsville. And while the locals in Sacramento rave about their flavorful Trip-tip Steak and sumptuous Street Tacos, Huntsville residents know they have tasty Smoked Chicken with White Sauce and Pulled Pork Sandwiches to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Burritos they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Soul Food of Huntsville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Sacramento eateries like The Kitchen, Mulvaney's B&L, and Ella Dining Room and Bar. After the boxes are unpacked in Huntsville, don't wait too long before making your way to Huntsville's acclaimed eateries like Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q, Cotton Row, and Purveyor.

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

Discover Huntsville Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Huntsville is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Sacramento favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved The Kitchen Restaurant, Dine at 5th Street Steakhouse, and Canon in Sacramento, we're sure you'll love Commerce Kitchen, Nick's Ristorante, and Purveyor in Huntsville. See our Huntsville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Sacramento hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Zócalo, head to El Cazador on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Sacramento and Huntsville

• The Victorian and Modern architecture that Sacramento is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Colonial Revival architecture typical of Huntsville.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away because Huntsville is less walkable than Sacramento.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike because Huntsville is less bike-friendly than Sacramento.
• Huntsville has less of an urban feel than Sacramento.
• Huntsville housing costs are 42% less expensive than they are in Sacramento with a median home price of $282,670 compared to Sacramento’s $483,455.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Huntsville have increased by 62% compared to a 40% increase in Sacramento.
• Rent in Huntsville is 32.98% more affordable than in Sacramento.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Huntsville, AL

1. Village of Providence: Highly walkable with connected sidewalks, pocket parks, and pet-friendly patios, plus quick access to the Indian Creek Greenway.
2. Hampton Cove: Abundant green space with Hays Nature Preserve and Big Cove Creek Greenway, wide sidewalks, and plenty of room for long, scenic walks.
3. Blossomwood: Tree-lined streets with sidewalks, close to Land Trust of North Alabama and Monte Sano trails, and quiet roads ideal for daily dog walks.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Sacramento to Huntsville. Huntsville gets 22% fewer sunshine days than Sacramento.
• Huntsville has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Sacramento.
• Say goodbye to the possible fires and earthquakes in Sacramento, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and severe storms in Huntsville.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Huntsville is 4 degrees colder than in Sacramento.
• The average winter lows are 8 degrees colder than they are in Sacramento.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Huntsville as it receives 36 more inches of rain compared to Sacramento.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Sacramento and Huntsville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Huntsville tend to earn about 6% less than in Sacramento
• The COLI in Huntsville will be 22% lower than what you are used to living in Sacramento
• The state income tax in AL is 2 - 5 compared to 1 - 13.3 in CA
• The affluence in Huntsville is emerging compared to moderate affluence in Sacramento
• The poverty level is lower in Huntsville compared to moderate poverty in Sacramento
• In terms of homelessness, it is high in Sacramento and lower in Huntsville

Political and Religious Climate in Sacramento vs. Huntsville

• Sacramento tends to lean liberal in its political climate
• Huntsville, on the other hand, is often described as leaning conservative
• Huntsville's religious environment can be described as having a higher prevalence of Evangelical Protestants
• Sacramento's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as more religiously diverse