Best Chattanooga to Stockton Movers

How Much Do Chattanooga to Stockton Movers Cost?

Moving 2,421 miles from Chattanooga, TN to Stockton, CA will typically cost between $4,000 and $9,500 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 Stockton that already have a booked job heading from Stockton to Chattanooga. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Stockton from Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga to Stockton moving option

Hire local Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga, TN to Stockton, CA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 23 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Chattanooga and Stockton areas.

From these 23 companies, we analyzed a total of 8,388 reviews dating all the way back to October 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 10 state and federal moving licenses from these 23 companies and 116 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~8,000 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 1,892 Chattanooga 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 Boundless Moving & Storage) vs older more established companies (like All-Star Movers & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Chattanooga 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.

9.02/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 4,976 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.89/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 1,790 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.83/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 1,016 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.30/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 1,867 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.70/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 663 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.11/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 2,167 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.52/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 2,874 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.81/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 5,015 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

9.03/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 2,896 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.83/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 576 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.65/10 avg (Chattanooga & Stockton combined) from 2,390 reviews

From Chattanooga to Stockton: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in Chattanooga & Downtown Stockton in Stockton are both known for their: riverfront revitalization and urban core
• Chattanooga's Southside neighborhood & Stockton's Downtown Stockton both share: arts district with murals and local venues
• If you're moving from St. Elmo, check out Collegeville in the Stockton area for the: historic homes near the university and eclectic shops
• Do you enjoy Missionary Ridge's hillside residential area with valley views? You're sure to love Del Rio Heights
• Move from East Brainerd to Spanos Park and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: master-planned suburban community with newer homes
• Signal Mountain & Morada are both known for their: affluent estates with rural, spacious lots
• Chattanooga's Hixson neighborhood & Stockton's Weston Ranch neighborhood both have: suburban growth with retail corridors and schools
• If you're moving from West Side, look into Oak Park for the: diverse and revitalizing neighborhood with community events
• Do you cherish living in Red Bank's small suburban feel with mid-range housing options? Move into Lincoln Village for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Chattanooga to Stockton

ConsChattanooga, TN

• Higher humidity
• Smaller cultural scene
• Less dining variety
• Lesser known parks

ProsStockton, CA

• Drier climate
• Diverse cultural festivals
• Greater food diversity
• Well-known national parks nearby

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Stockton, CA

• Higher crime rate
• Higher housing costs
• Fewer historic landmarks
• More urbanized settings

Chattanooga, TN

• Close-knit community
• Lower cost of living
• Rich historic sites
• Lush green landscapes

Pros of moving from Chattanooga to Stockton

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to a drier climate
• Look forward to moving away from a smaller cultural scene and moving to Stockton with diverse cultural festivals
• Swap the less dining variety of Chattanooga for greater food diversity in Stockton
• Get ready for well-known national parks nearby in Stockton

Cons of moving from Chattanooga to Stockton

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a close-knit community in Chattanooga to live with a higher crime rate in Stockton
• You'll lose out on the pro of a lower cost of living and have to settle for the con of higher housing costs
• Time to bid farewell to rich historic sites and get used to fewer historic landmarks in Stockton
• Swap lush green landscapes for more urbanized settings

Chattanooga vs. Stockton: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Chattanooga to Stockton, you will be trading the iconic BBQ Ribs of Chattanooga for the equally delicious Lumpia of Stockton. And while the locals in Chattanooga rave about their flavorful Fried Chicken and sumptuous Hot Dogs, Stockton residents know they have tasty Carne Asada and Tacos 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 Vegan Burrito of Stockton. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Chattanooga eateries like Allen’s, Hennen’s, and Aretha Frankenstein’s. After the boxes are unpacked in Stockton, don't wait too long before making your way to Stockton's acclaimed eateries like Midgley's Public House, Market Tavern, and Angelina's Spaghetti House.

When comparing lifestyles, Stockton shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Chattanooga. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Stockton compared to what you are used to in Chattanooga. Also, the overall foodie scene is more 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 Chattanooga favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved St. John's Restaurant, Aretha Frankenstein's, and Public House in Chattanooga, we're sure you'll love Midgley's Public House, The Original Mels Diner, and Stockton's Finest in Stockton. See our Stockton restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Chattanooga hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Community Pie, head to Michael's New York Style Pizza on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Chattanooga and Stockton

• The Victorian and Craftsman architecture that Chattanooga is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Ranch architecture typical of Stockton.
• Compared to Chattanooga's real estate listings that commonly reference hardwood floors and large yards, Stockton's real estate listings often highlight features like swimming pools and proximity to parks.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Stockton is more walkable than Chattanooga.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Stockton is more bike-friendly than Chattanooga.
• Stockton has more of an urban feel than Chattanooga.
• Stockton housing costs are 47% more expensive than they are in Chattanooga with a median home price of $441,769 compared to Chattanooga’s $300,140.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Stockton have increased by 43% compared to a 60% increase in Chattanooga.
• Rent in Stockton is 31.76% more expensive than in Chattanooga.

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 Chattanooga and Stockton

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Chattanooga to Stockton. Stockton gets 24% more sunshine days than Chattanooga.
• Stockton has higher humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Chattanooga.
• Say goodbye to the possible storms and tornadoes in Chattanooga, and be on the lookout for potential earthquakes and fires in Stockton.
• The average summer high temperature in Stockton is 3 degrees warmer than in Chattanooga.
• The average winter lows are 7 degrees warmer than they are in Chattanooga.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Stockton, as it receives 34.5 fewer inches of rain compared to Chattanooga.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Chattanooga and Stockton

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Stockton tend to earn about 27% more than those in Chattanooga
• The COLI in Stockton will be 50% higher than what you are used to living in Chattanooga
• Bummer... By moving from TN to CA, you'll now have a state income tax of 9.3
• The affluence in Stockton is moderate compared to moderate affluence in Chattanooga
• The poverty level is significant in Stockton compared to a noticeable level in Chattanooga
• In terms of homelessness, it is managed in Chattanooga and challenging in Stockton

Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga commute. That's 2080 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Stockton to be worse than it is in Chattanooga.
• Public transit is more readily available in Stockton.