Best Stockton to Madison Movers

How Much Do Stockton to Madison Movers Cost?

Moving 2,068 miles from Stockton, CA to Madison, 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 Madison that already have a booked job heading from Madison to Stockton. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Madison from Stockton entirely empty. If you can find a Madison moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 31 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Stockton and Madison areas.

From these 31 companies, we analyzed a total of 9,665 reviews dating all the way back to May 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 26 state and federal moving licenses from these 31 companies and 159 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 2,391 Stockton to Madison 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 The Go To Guys, LLC) vs older more established companies (like Fairprice Movers).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.78/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 6,104 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.49/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 2,192 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.83/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 1,300 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.90/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 2,369 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.72/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 847 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.96/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 2,821 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.22/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 3,616 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.52/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 6,141 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.64/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 3,514 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.68/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 654 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.31/10 avg (Stockton & Madison combined) from 2,967 reviews

From Stockton to Madison: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Brookside in Stockton & Westmorland in Madison are both known for their suburban family community with parks
• Stockton's Lincoln Village neighborhood & Madison's Near East Side both share older affordable homes in a diverse area
• If you're moving from Delta Shores, check out Lake Wingra in the Madison area for the
• Do you enjoy Spanos Park's planned subdivision with good schools? You're sure to love Westmorland
• Move from University District to University Hill Farms and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: near campus student-oriented housing
• Downtown Stockton & Williamson-Marquette are both known for their urban core with nightlife and eateries
• Stockton's Oak Park neighborhood & Madison's Tenney-Lapham neighborhood both have an artsy residential area with a community vibe
• If you're moving from Weston Ranch, look into Eastmorland for the family suburb with parks and schools
• Do you cherish living in Morada's affluent upscale neighborhood near the lake? Move into Shorewood Hills for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Stockton to Madison

ConsStockton, CA

• Higher crime rate
• Hot summers
• Less green space
• Limited cultural scenes

ProsMadison, WI

• Lower crime rate
• Coolest summers
• More green space
• Rich cultural scenes

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Madison, WI

• Far from large cities
• Harsh winters
• Higher cost of living
• Less culinary diversity

Stockton, CA

• Proximity to SF
• Year-round sunshine
• Lower cost of living
• Diverse food options

Pros of moving from Stockton to Madison

• Say goodbye to higher crime rates and hello to lower crime rates
• Look forward to moving away from hot summers and moving to Madison with its coolest summers
• Swap the less green space of Stockton for more green space in Madison
• Get ready for rich cultural scenes in Madison

Cons of moving from Stockton to Madison

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from proximity to SF in Stockton to live far from large cities in Madison
• You'll lose out on the pro of year-round sunshine and have to settle for the con of harsh winters
• Time to bid farewell to a lower cost of living and get used to a higher cost of living in Madison
• Swap diverse food options for less culinary diversity

Stockton vs. Madison: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Stockton to Madison, you will be trading the iconic Asparagus of Stockton for the equally delicious Cheese Curds of Madison. And while the locals in Stockton rave about their flavorful Tri-tip Steak and sumptuous Tacos, Madison residents know they have tasty Bratwurst and Fried Cheese Curds 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 Tempeh Reuben of Madison. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Stockton eateries like Market Tavern, Midgley's Public House, and Central. After the boxes are unpacked in Madison, don't wait too long before making your way to Madison's acclaimed eateries like Lombardino's, Graze, and Lao Laan-Xang.

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

Discover Madison Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Madison 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 Purple Lotus Asian Cuisine, Market Tavern, and Angelina's Spaghetti House in Stockton, we're sure you'll love Sa-Bai Thong Thai Cuisine, Graze, and Vito's Italian Restaurant in Madison. See our Madison restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Stockton hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at The Kitchen at StoneBrier, head to Heritage Tavern on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Stockton and Madison

• The Mediterranean and Modern architecture that Stockton is known for will be replaced with the Prairie and Craftsman architecture typical of Madison.
• Compared to Stockton's real estate listings that commonly reference large yards and pools, Madison real estate listings often highlight features like lakeside views and nearby parks.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Madison is more walkable than Stockton.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Madison is more bike-friendly than Stockton.
• Madison has more of an urban feel than Stockton.
• Madison housing costs are 14% less expensive than they are in Stockton, with a median home price of $380,800 compared to Stockton’s $441,769.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Madison have increased by 44% compared to a 43% increase in Stockton.
• Rent in Madison is 24.01% more affordable than in Stockton.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Madison, WI

1. 1 Schenk-Atwood (Atwood): Dog-friendly patios line Atwood Avenue, with easy leashed strolls along Olbrich Park, the Yahara River, and the Capital City Trail.
2. 2 Tenney-Lapham: Tenney Park's lakeshore paths and the Yahara River Parkway are steps away, with nearby Demetral Dog Park for off-leash time.
3. 3 Dudgeon-Monroe: Lake Wingra and the Southwest Commuter Path offer scenic daily walks, and Odana School Dog Park is close for off-leash play.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Stockton and Madison

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Stockton to Madison. Madison gets 28% fewer sunshine days than Stockton.
• Madison has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Stockton.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes and fires in Stockton but be on the lookout for potential blizzards and tornadoes in Madison.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Madison is 10 degrees colder than in Stockton.
• The average winter lows are 25 degrees colder than they are in Stockton.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Madison. Madison receives 22 more inches of rain compared to Stockton.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Stockton and Madison

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Madison tend to earn about 4% less than in Stockton
• The COLI in Madison will be 30% lower than what you are used to living in Stockton
• The state income tax in WI is 3.54% - 7.65% compared to 1% - 13.3% in CA
• The affluence in Madison is higher compared to moderate affluence in Stockton
• The poverty level is lower in Madison compared to a higher level in Stockton
• In terms of homelessness, it is significant in Stockton and moderate in Madison

Political and Religious Climate in Stockton vs. Madison

• Stockton tends to lean Democratic in its political climate
• Madison, on the other hand, is often described as strongly Democratic
• Madison's religious environment can be described as a Liberal Religious Presence with inclusive faith groups
• Stockton's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as multicultural and diverse religious communities