Best Oakland to Austin Movers

How Much Do Oakland to Austin Movers Cost?

Moving 1,779 miles from Oakland, CA to Austin, TX will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,000 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 Austin that already have a booked job heading from Austin to Oakland. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Austin from Oakland entirely empty. If you can find a Austin moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Oakland to Austin moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 29 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Oakland and Austin areas.

From these 29 companies, we analyzed a total of 10,779 reviews dating all the way back to February 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 20 state and federal moving licenses from these 29 companies and 136 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~10,000 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 1,846 Oakland to Austin 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 OCD Moving Services LLC) vs older more established companies (like Heavenly Moving and Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Oakland to Austin 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 (Oakland & Austin combined) from 6,459 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.27/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 2,519 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.97/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 1,429 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.66/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 2,729 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.73/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 968 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.89/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 2,995 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.08/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 3,852 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.31/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 6,527 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.58/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 3,920 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.02/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 884 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.37/10 avg (Oakland & Austin combined) from 3,531 reviews

From Oakland to Austin: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Rockridge in Oakland & Brentwood in Austin are both known for their suburban vibe with boutiques & Craftsman homes
• Oakland's Temescal neighborhood & Austin's East Austin both share an eclectic arts scene & diverse eateries
• If you're moving from Jack London District, check out Rainey Street in the Austin area for industrial-chic bars & lively nightlife
• Do you enjoy Lake Merritt's urban lakefront park with trails & recreation? You're sure to love Zilker
• Move from Piedmont Avenue to Hyde Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: historic homes & walkable retail strip
• Montclair & West Lake Hills are both known for their hilly residential area with lush greenery
• Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood & Austin's St. John’s neighborhood both have a Latinx cultural hub & authentic dining
• If you're moving from Uptown, look into Downtown for the urban core with high-rises & bustling nightlife

Pros and Cons of Moving from Oakland to Austin

ConsOakland, CA

• Higher cost of living
• Denser traffic
• Cooler temperatures

ProsAustin, TX

• More affordable
• Less congested
• Warmer climate

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Austin, TX

• Less diversity
• Fewer tech opportunities
• Far from silicon valley

Oakland, CA

• Rich cultural diversity
• Access to tech jobs
• Proximity to silicon valley

Pros of moving from Oakland to Austin

• Say goodbye to the higher cost of living and hello to more affordable
• Look forward to moving away from denser traffic and moving to Austin with less congestion
• Swap the cooler temperatures of Oakland for a warmer climate in Austin

Cons of moving from Oakland to Austin

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the rich cultural diversity in Oakland to live with less diversity in Austin
• You'll lose out on the pro of access to tech jobs and have to settle for the con of fewer tech opportunities
• Time to bid farewell to proximity to Silicon Valley and get used to being far from Silicon Valley in Austin

Oakland vs. Austin: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Oakland to Austin, you will be trading the iconic Sourdough Bread of Oakland for the equally delicious Texas BBQ Brisket of Austin. And while the locals in Oakland rave about their flavorful Chicken and Waffles and sumptuous Tacos, Austin residents know they have tasty Brisket Tacos and Breakfast Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Jackfruit Tacos they've grown to love, they can get ready for the BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich of Austin. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Oakland eateries like Brown Sugar Kitchen, Commis, and ShakeWell. After the boxes are unpacked in Austin, don't wait too long before making your way to Austin's acclaimed eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Torchy's Tacos, and Uchi.

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

Discover Austin Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Austin is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Oakland favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Homeroom, Tacos Oscar, and Dyafa in Oakland, we're sure you'll love Franklin Barbecue, Veracruz All Natural, and Halal Bros in Austin. See our Austin restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Oakland hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Bakesale Betty, head to Gourdough's on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Oakland and Austin

• The Victorian and Craftsman architecture that Oakland is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Texas Hill Country architecture typical of Austin.
• Compared to Oakland's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to San Francisco and views, Austin real estate listings often highlight features like entertainment options and the tech hub.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Austin is less walkable than Oakland.
• Austin is similarly bike-friendly to Oakland.
• Austin has less of an urban feel than Oakland.
• Austin housing costs are 32% less expensive than they are in Oakland, with a median home price of $546,619 compared to Oakland’s $803,291.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Austin have increased by 47% compared to a 7% increase in Oakland.
• Rent in Austin is 30.80% more affordable than in Oakland.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

1. 1 Zilker: Direct access to Zilker Park and the Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail plus numerous dog-friendly patios make it easy to walk, play, and relax with pets.
2. 2 Mueller: Expansive green spaces like Mueller Lake Park, wide sidewalks, and many pet-friendly restaurants and events create a very walkable, pet-focused community.
3. 3 Bouldin Creek: Close to the Lady Bird Lake trail with plenty of shaded streets and dog-welcoming cafes and bars for convenient daily outings.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Oakland and Austin

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Oakland to Austin. Austin gets 11% fewer sunshine days than Oakland.
• Austin has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Oakland.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes in Oakland and be on the lookout for potential floods and tornadoes in Austin.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Austin is 20 degrees warmer than in Oakland.
• The average winter lows in Austin are 2 degrees colder than in Oakland.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Austin. Austin receives 11 more inches of rain compared to Oakland.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Oakland and Austin

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Austin tend to earn about 3% less than in Oakland
• The COLI in Austin is 31% lower than what you are used to living in Oakland
• Hooray, moving to TX means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Austin is moderate compared to high in Oakland
• The poverty level is lower in Austin compared to notable in Oakland
• In terms of homelessness, it is serious in Oakland and moderate in Austin