Best Huntington Beach to Milwaukee Movers

How Much Do Huntington Beach to Milwaukee Movers Cost?

Moving 2,110 miles from Huntington Beach, CA to Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee that already have a booked job heading from Milwaukee to Huntington Beach. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Milwaukee from Huntington Beach entirely empty. If you can find a Milwaukee moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Huntington Beach to Milwaukee moving option

Hire local Huntington Beach 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 Milwaukee movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Huntington Beach to Milwaukee 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 Huntington Beach to Milwaukee 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 Huntington Beach, CA to Milwaukee, WI long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Huntington Beach to Milwaukee moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 21 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Huntington Beach and Milwaukee areas.

From these 21 companies, we analyzed a total of 4,335 reviews dating all the way back to March 2009.

We also reviewed a total of 10 state and federal moving licenses from these 21 companies and 95 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~4,000 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 691 Huntington Beach to Milwaukee 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 RL Relocation) vs older more established companies (like The Student Movers).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.39/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 2,674 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.11/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 882 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.37/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 558 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.47/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 1,036 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.15/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 345 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.84/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 1,224 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.00/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 1,652 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.02/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 2,736 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.55/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 1,633 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.31/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 297 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.10/10 avg (Huntington Beach & Milwaukee combined) from 1,365 reviews

From Huntington Beach to Milwaukee: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in Huntington Beach & Historic Third Ward in Milwaukee are both known for their: downtown waterfront, trendy shops & nightlife
• Huntington Beach's Surfside neighborhood & Milwaukee's Whitefish Bay both share: lakeside community, quiet residential streets
• If you're moving from Huntington Harbour, check out Bay View in the Milwaukee area for the: waterfront living, boating & casual eateries
• Do you enjoy Seacliff's upscale lakefront and tree-lined streets? You're sure to love Shorewood
• Move from West Huntington Beach to Shorewood and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: quiet suburban and family-oriented
• Beach Boulevard Corridor & Brady Street are both known for their: pedestrian-friendly dining & nightlife

Pros and Cons of Moving from Huntington Beach to Milwaukee

ConsHuntington Beach, CA

• Higher cost of living
• Heavy traffic
• Fewer seasonal changes
• Limited cultural diversity

ProsMilwaukee, WI

• Lower cost of living
• Less congestion
• Distinct seasons
• Rich cultural diversity

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Milwaukee, WI

• Colder winters
• Less outdoor activities
• Fewer surfing spots
• Quieter nightlife

Huntington Beach, CA

• Sunny beaches
• Outdoor lifestyle
• Surfing opportunities
• Vibrant nightlife

Pros of moving from Huntington Beach to Milwaukee

• Say goodbye to the higher cost of living and hello to the lower cost of living
• Look forward to moving away from heavy traffic and moving to Milwaukee with less congestion
• Swap the fewer seasonal changes of Huntington Beach for distinct seasons in Milwaukee
• Get ready for rich cultural diversity in Milwaukee

Cons of moving from Huntington Beach to Milwaukee

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from sunny beaches in Huntington Beach to live with colder winters in Milwaukee
• You'll lose out on the pro of an outdoor lifestyle and have to settle with the con of fewer outdoor activities
• Time to bid farewell to surfing opportunities and get used to fewer surfing spots in Milwaukee
• Swap vibrant nightlife for a quieter nightlife

Huntington Beach vs. Milwaukee: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Huntington Beach to Milwaukee, you will be trading the iconic Fish Tacos of Huntington Beach for the equally delicious Beer Brats of Milwaukee. And while the locals in Huntington Beach rave about their flavorful Carne Asada and sumptuous Street Tacos, Milwaukee residents know they have tasty Bratwurst and Fried Cheese Curds 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 Vegan Cheese Curds of Milwaukee. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Huntington Beach eateries like Duke's Huntington Beach, Sancho's Tacos, and Water Table. After the boxes are unpacked in Milwaukee, don't wait too long before making your way to Milwaukee's acclaimed eateries like Mader's, Sobelman's, and Lakefront Brewery.

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

Discover Milwaukee Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Milwaukee is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Huntington Beach favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved SeaLegs Wine Bar, Duke's Huntington Beach, and Slapfish in Huntington Beach, we're sure you'll love Balzac Wine Bar, Harbor House, and St. Paul Fish Company in Milwaukee. See our Milwaukee restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Huntington Beach hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Watertable, head to Supper on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Huntington Beach and Milwaukee

• The Modern and Beachfront architecture that Huntington Beach is known for will be replaced with the Victorian and Craftsman architecture typical of Milwaukee.
• Compared to Huntington Beach's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to the beach and modern amenities, Milwaukee real estate listings often highlight features like lake views and historic charm.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Milwaukee is more walkable than Huntington Beach.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. Milwaukee is less bike-friendly than Huntington Beach.
• Milwaukee has more of an urban feel than Huntington Beach.
• Milwaukee housing costs are 85% less expensive than they are in Huntington Beach, with a median home price of $196,698 compared to Huntington Beach’s $1,299,379.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Milwaukee have increased by 62% compared to a 55% increase in Huntington Beach.
• Rent in Milwaukee is 58.59% more affordable than in Huntington Beach.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Milwaukee, WI

1. 1 Bay View: Walkable lakeside neighborhood with South Shore Park and the Oak Leaf Trail, plus many dog-friendly patios, indie pet shops, and pet-welcoming rentals.
2. 2 East Side: Park- and trail-rich area (Riverside Park, Lakefront, Oak Leaf Trail) with numerous dog-friendly patios and quick access to the Estabrook dog exercise area.
3. 3 Historic Third Ward: Extremely walkable with the Riverwalk and lakefront nearby, abundant pet-friendly apartments and patios, and convenient access to pet services.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Huntington Beach and Milwaukee

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Huntington Beach to Milwaukee. Milwaukee gets 33% fewer sunshine days than Huntington Beach.
• Milwaukee has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Huntington Beach.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes in Huntington Beach, but be on the lookout for potential snowstorms and cold waves in Milwaukee.
• The average summer high temperature in Milwaukee is 3 degrees warmer than in Huntington Beach.
• The average winter lows in Milwaukee are 31 degrees colder than they are in Huntington Beach.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Milwaukee, as it receives 21.8 more inches of rain compared to Huntington Beach.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Huntington Beach and Milwaukee

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Milwaukee tend to earn about 57% less than those in Huntington Beach
• The COLI in Milwaukee is 25% lower than what you are used to living in Huntington Beach
• The state income tax in WI is 7.65 compared to 13.3 in CA
• The affluence in Milwaukee is moderate compared to high in Huntington Beach
• The poverty level is higher in Milwaukee compared to low in Huntington Beach
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Huntington Beach and high in Milwaukee

Huntington Beach vs. Milwaukee Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 27% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Milwaukee compared to your daily drive in Huntington Beach. That's an annual savings of 4,160 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in Milwaukee to be better than it is in Huntington Beach.
• Public transit is more readily available in Milwaukee.