Best Stockton to Huntsville Movers

How Much Do Stockton to Huntsville Movers Cost?

Moving 2,258 miles from Stockton, CA to Huntsville, AL 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 Huntsville that already have a booked job heading from Huntsville to Stockton. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Huntsville from Stockton 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 Stockton to Huntsville moving option

Hire local Stockton 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 Stockton 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 Stockton 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 Stockton, CA to Huntsville, AL long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 25 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Stockton and Huntsville 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 823 Stockton 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 All-Star Movers & Storage) 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 Stockton 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.

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

Punctuality

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

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

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

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

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

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

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

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

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

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

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

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

Will Hire Again

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

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

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

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

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

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

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

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

From Stockton to Huntsville: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Brookside in Stockton & Providence in Huntsville are both known for their suburban growth area with shopping centers
• Stockton's Lincoln Village neighborhood & Huntsville's Hampton Cove both share a family-friendly suburb with parks and schools
• If you're moving from Spanos Park, check out Hampton Cove in the Huntsville area for a master-planned community with trails and modern homes
• Do you enjoy Oak Park's historic district with walkable streets and eateries? You're sure to love Five Points
• Move from Collegeville to Five Points and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities of a walkable urban neighborhood with local shops
• Morada & Monte Sano Park are both known for their rural-like setting with wooded lots

Pros and Cons of Moving from Stockton to Huntsville

ConsStockton, CA

• Higher crime rate
• Expensive housing
• Higher cost of living
• Less job growth
• Hot summers

ProsHuntsville, AL

• Lower crime rate
• Affordable housing
• Lower cost of living
• Robust job market
• Milder summers

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Huntsville, AL

• Smaller diversity
• Far from the coast
• Narrower job sectors
• Quieter nightlife
• Less cultural venues

Stockton, CA

• Diverse communities
• Near waterways
• Broader job sectors
• Vibrant nightlife
• Rich in culture

Pros of moving from Stockton to Huntsville

• Say goodbye to higher crime rate and hello to lower crime rate
• Look forward to moving away from expensive housing and moving to Huntsville with affordable housing
• Swap the higher cost of living of Stockton for lower cost of living in Huntsville
• Get ready for a robust job market in Huntsville

Cons of moving from Stockton to Huntsville

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from diverse communities in Stockton to live with smaller diversity in Huntsville
• You'll lose out on the pro of being near waterways and have to settle for the con of being far from the coast
• Time to bid farewell to broader job sectors and get used to narrower job sectors in Huntsville
• Swap vibrant nightlife for a quieter nightlife

Stockton vs. Huntsville: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Stockton to Huntsville, you will be trading the iconic Asparagus of Stockton for the equally delicious Alabama BBQ Pulled Pork of Huntsville. And while the locals in Stockton rave about their flavorful Grilled Tri-tip and sumptuous Tacos, Huntsville residents know they have tasty Smoked Chicken with White Sauce and Huntsville Hot Chicken to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Quinoa Salad they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ Jackfruit of Huntsville. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Stockton eateries like Michael's New York Style Pizza, Midgley's Public House, and Market Tavern. After the boxes are unpacked in Huntsville, don't wait too long before making your way to Huntsville's acclaimed eateries like Cotton Row, Big Bob Gibson BBQ, and Purveyor Huntsville.

When comparing lifestyles, Huntsville shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Stockton. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Huntsville compared to what you are used to in Stockton. 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 Stockton favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Market Tavern, El Rancho Inn-Steak & Lobster, and The Fruit Bowl in Stockton, we're sure you'll love Cotton Row, Nick's Ristorante, and The Bottle in Huntsville. See our Huntsville restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Stockton hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Angelina's Spaghetti House, head to Ol' Heidelberg on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Stockton and Huntsville

• The Modern and Ranch architecture that Stockton is known for will be replaced with the Traditional and Craftsman architecture typical of Huntsville.
• Compared to Stockton's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and proximity to water, Huntsville real estate listings often highlight features like mountain views and tech-friendly homes.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Huntsville is more walkable than Stockton.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Huntsville is more bike-friendly than Stockton.
• Huntsville has more of an urban feel than Stockton.
• Huntsville housing costs are 36% less expensive than they are in Stockton, with a median home price of $282,670 compared to Stockton’s $441,769.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Huntsville have increased by 62% compared to a 43% increase in Stockton.
• Rent in Huntsville is 31.27% more affordable than in Stockton.

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.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Stockton and Huntsville

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Huntsville tend to earn about 1% more than in Stockton
• The COLI in Huntsville is 33% lower than what you are used to living in Stockton
• The state income tax in AL is 2-5 compared to 1-13.3 in CA
• The affluence in Huntsville is higher compared to moderate affluence in Stockton
• The poverty level is moderate in Huntsville compared to high poverty in Stockton
• In terms of homelessness, it is significant in Stockton and lower in Huntsville