Best Providence to Stockton Movers

How Much Do Providence to Stockton Movers Cost?

Moving 3,160 miles from Providence, RI to Stockton, CA will typically cost between $4,500 and $11,000 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 Stockton that already have a booked job heading from Stockton to Providence. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Stockton from Providence entirely empty. If you can find a Stockton moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Providence to Stockton moving option

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

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 37 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Providence and Stockton areas.

From these 37 companies, we analyzed a total of 15,608 reviews dating all the way back to September 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 32 state and federal moving licenses from these 37 companies and 196 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~15,000 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 2,937 Providence to Stockton 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 Mozart Movers) vs older more established companies (like Stairhopper Movers).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.91/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 9,709 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.74/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 3,951 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.18/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 2,672 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.14/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 3,830 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.19/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 1,590 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.02/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 4,951 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.36/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 5,412 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.66/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 9,665 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.88/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 5,613 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.25/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 937 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.58/10 avg (Providence & Stockton combined) from 5,073 reviews

From Providence to Stockton: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• College Hill in Providence & University District in Stockton are both known for their historic homes near university campus
• Providence's Federal Hill neighborhood & Stockton's Downtown Stockton both share local eateries & nightlife
• If you're moving from Blackstone, check out Brookside in the Stockton area for the tree-lined streets & parks
• Do you enjoy Elmwood's suburban streets & family homes? You're sure to love Weston Ranch
• Move from Wayland Square to University District and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: coffee shops & college vibe
• Manton & Downtown Stockton are both known for their arts scene & murals

Pros and Cons of Moving from Providence to Stockton

ConsProvidence, RI

• Harsher Winters
• Smaller City
• Higher Living Cost
• Less Diversity

ProsStockton, CA

• Milder Winters
• Larger Population
• More Affordable
• Greater Diversity

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Stockton, CA

• Less Historic
• No Ocean Access
• Younger City
• Urban Feel

Providence, RI

• Cultural Heritage
• Coastal City
• Richer History
• Quaint Neighborhoods

Pros of moving from Providence to Stockton

• Say goodbye to harsher Winters and hello to milder Winters
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller City and moving to Stockton with a larger Population
• Swap the higher Living Cost of Providence for more Affordable living in Stockton
• Get ready for greater Diversity in Stockton

Cons of moving from Providence to Stockton

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from cultural Heritage in Providence to live with a less Historic environment in Stockton
• You'll lose out on the pro of being a coastal City and have to settle with the con of having no Ocean Access
• Time to bid farewell to a richer History and get used to a younger City in Stockton
• Swap quaint Neighborhoods for an urban Feel

Providence vs. Stockton: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Providence to Stockton, you will be trading the iconic Calamari of Providence for the equally delicious Asparagus of Stockton. And while the locals in Providence rave about their flavorful Grilled Pizza and sumptuous Hot Wieners, Stockton residents know they have tasty Tri-tip Steak and Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegetable Thali they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Avocado Toast of Stockton. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Providence eateries like Al Forno, Gracie’s, and The Duck and Bunny. After the boxes are unpacked in Stockton, don't wait too long before making your way to Stockton's acclaimed eateries like Le Bistro, Midgley’s Public House, and Octavio's.

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

Discover Stockton Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Stockton is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Providence favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Al Forno, Gracie's, and The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar in Providence, we're sure you'll love Mile Wine Company, Market Tavern, and Midgley's Public House in Stockton. See our Stockton restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Providence hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Hemenway's Restaurant, head to Dave Wong's Restaurant on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Providence and Stockton

• The Colonial and Victorian architecture that Providence is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Spanish architecture typical of Stockton.
• Compared to Providence's real estate listings that commonly reference historic details and are close to amenities, Stockton real estate listings often highlight features like family-friendly options and waterfront views.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Stockton is less walkable than Providence.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Stockton is less bike-friendly than Providence.
• Stockton has less of an urban feel than Providence.
• Stockton's housing costs are 16% more expensive than they are in Providence, with a median home price of $441,769 compared to Providence’s $382,032.
• Over the prior five years, home prices in Stockton have increased by 43%, compared to a 62% increase in Providence.
• Rent in Stockton is 2.81% more affordable than in Providence.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Stockton, CA

1. 1 Brookside: Master-planned with shaded sidewalks, pocket parks, and waterfront greenbelts that make daily dog walks easy.
2. 2 Spanos Park: Home to Michael Faklis Park with Barkleyville Dog Park, plus wide sidewalks and lakeside paths for on-leash strolls.
3. 3 Quail Lakes: Centered around Grupe Park and the Quail Lakes loop, offering flat, tree-lined paths and plenty of grassy areas for pets.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Providence to Stockton. Stockton gets 29% more sunshine days than Providence.
• Stockton has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Providence.
• Say goodbye to the possible snowstorms and hurricanes in Providence, but be on the lookout for potential earthquakes and wildfires in Stockton.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Stockton is 11 degrees warmer than in Providence.
• The average winter lows are 15 degrees warmer than they are in Providence.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Stockton. Stockton receives 34 fewer inches of rain compared to Providence.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Providence and Stockton

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Stockton tend to earn about 15% more than those in Providence
• The COLI in Stockton is 11% higher than what you are used to in Providence
• The state income tax in CA ranges from 1% to 13.3% compared to 3.75% to 5.99% in RI
• The affluence in Stockton is moderately low compared to moderate affluence in Providence
• The poverty level is moderately high in Stockton compared to high poverty in Providence
• In terms of homelessness, it is significant in Providence and significant in Stockton

Providence vs. Stockton Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 16% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Stockton compared to your Providence commute. That's 2,080 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Stockton to be better than it is in Providence.
• Public transit is less readily available in Stockton.