Best Sacramento to Salem Movers

How Much Do Sacramento to Salem Movers Cost?

Moving 536 miles from Sacramento, CA to Salem, OR will typically cost between $2,000 and $5,500 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 Salem that already have a booked job heading from Salem to Sacramento. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Salem from Sacramento entirely empty. If you can find a Salem moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 26 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Sacramento and Salem areas.

From these 26 companies, we analyzed a total of 9,024 reviews dating all the way back to October 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 22 state and federal moving licenses from these 26 companies and 133 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 1,572 Sacramento to Salem 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 House to Home Moving) vs older more established companies (like All Service Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.63/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 5,424 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.26/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 1,781 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.59/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 795 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.85/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 1,997 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.53/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 625 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.74/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 2,263 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.12/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 3,255 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.37/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 5,471 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.71/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 3,132 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.04/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 573 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.28/10 avg (Sacramento & Salem combined) from 2,642 reviews

From Sacramento to Salem: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Midtown in Sacramento & Downtown Salem in Salem are both known for their historic districts and vibrant nightlife
• Sacramento's Downtown Sacramento neighborhood & Salem's Downtown Salem both share government centers and an urban core
• If you're moving from East Sacramento, check out Bush’s Pasture Park in the Salem area for the tree-lined streets and historic homes
• Do you enjoy Curtis Park's artsy vibe and community green space? You're sure to love Bush’s Pasture Park
• Move from Land Park to Fairmount and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: family-friendly and near major parks
• Pocket-Greenhaven & West Salem are both known for their riverside suburb and single-family homes
• Sacramento's Tahoe Park neighborhood & Salem's South Salem neighborhood both have mid-century homes and a quiet residential atmosphere
• If you're moving from Oak Park, look into West Lancaster for the eclectic shops and community feel

Pros and Cons of Moving from Sacramento to Salem

ConsSacramento, CA

• Higher living costs
• Hot summers
• Dense traffic
• Less greenery

ProsSalem, OR

• Lower living costs
• Cooler summers
• Less traffic
• More greenery

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Salem, OR

• Quieter nightlife
• Smaller food scene
• Fewer cultural events
• Smaller job market

Sacramento, CA

• Vibrant nightlife
• Diverse food scene
• More cultural events
• Larger job market

Pros of moving from Sacramento to Salem

• Say goodbye to higher living costs and hello to lower living costs
• Look forward to moving away from hot summers and moving to Salem with cooler summers
• Swap the dense traffic of Sacramento for less traffic in Salem
• Get ready for more greenery in Salem

Cons of moving from Sacramento to Salem

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from vibrant nightlife in Sacramento to live with quieter nightlife in Salem
• You'll lose out on the pro of a diverse food scene and have to settle for the con of a smaller food scene
• Time to bid farewell to more cultural events and get used to fewer cultural events in Salem
• Swap a larger job market for a smaller job market

Sacramento vs. Salem: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Sacramento to Salem, you will be trading the iconic Farm-to-Fork Capital Specialties of Sacramento for the equally delicious Marionberry Pie of Salem. And while the locals in Sacramento rave about their flavorful Tri-tip Steak and sumptuous Tacos, Salem residents know they have tasty Northwest Salmon and Food Cart Burgers to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Avocado Toast they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Tempeh Reuben of Salem. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Sacramento eateries like The Kitchen, Mikuni Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar, and Ella Dining Room and Bar. After the boxes are unpacked in Salem, don't wait too long before making your way to Salem's acclaimed eateries like Willamette Valley Pie Company, Word of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro, and Bentley's Grill.

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

Discover Salem Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Salem 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, Mikuni, and Mulvaney’s B&L in Sacramento, we're sure you'll love Amadeus, Kyo Sushi, and Bently’s Grill in Salem. See our Salem restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Sacramento hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Selland’s Market Café, head to The Sassy Onion on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Sacramento and Salem

• The Victorian and Craftsman architecture that Sacramento is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Craftsman architecture typical of Salem.
• Compared to Sacramento's real estate listings, which commonly reference a central location and proximity to parks, Salem real estate listings often highlight features like quiet neighborhoods and spacious yards.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes, as Salem is more walkable than Sacramento.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike, as Salem is more bike-friendly than Sacramento.
• Salem has less of an urban feel than Sacramento.
• Salem housing costs are 12% less expensive than they are in Sacramento, with a median home price of $427,534 compared to Sacramento’s $483,455.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Salem have increased by 44% compared to a 40% increase in Sacramento.
• Rent in Salem is 22.64% more affordable than in Sacramento.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Salem, OR

1. 1 West Salem: Easy access to the Orchard Heights Park off-leash area and riverfront paths at Wallace Marine Park, plus many homes with yards, make it great for pets.
2. 2 Fairmount Hill: Bordering Bush's Pasture Park with shady sidewalks and rolling hills for exercise, and offering easy access to the Minto Island Bridge into Minto-Brown Island Park, it's ideal for daily dog walks.
3. 3 South Gateway: Close to Cascades Gateway Park's off-leash dog area and lakeside trails, with plenty of newer housing that often includes pet amenities and nearby vets and pet supply stores.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Sacramento to Salem. Salem gets 46% fewer sunshine days than Sacramento.
• Salem has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Sacramento.
• Say goodbye to the possible floods and wildfires in Sacramento, but be on the lookout for potential floods and earthquakes in Salem.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Salem is 12 degrees colder than in Sacramento.
• The average winter lows are 4 degrees colder than they are in Sacramento.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Salem. Salem receives 25 more inches of rain compared to Sacramento.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Sacramento and Salem

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Salem tend to earn about 15% less than in Sacramento
• The COLI in Salem is 5% lower than what you are used to living in Sacramento
• The state income tax in OR is 5 to 9.9 compared to 1 to 13.3 in CA
• The affluence in Salem is lower compared to moderate affluence in Sacramento
• The poverty level is comparable in Salem compared to higher poverty in Sacramento
• In terms of homelessness, it is significant in Sacramento and moderate in Salem

Political and Religious Climate in Sacramento vs. Salem

• Sacramento tends to lean Liberal/Democratic in its political climate
• Salem, on the other hand, is often described as moderately liberal/Democratic
• Salem's religious environment can be described as Christianity is prevalent but with a strong presence of other faiths
• Sacramento's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as a diverse religious landscape with Christianity being predominant