Best Amarillo to Stockton Movers

How Much Do Amarillo to Stockton Movers Cost?

Moving 1,320 miles from Amarillo, TX to Stockton, CA will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000 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 Amarillo. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Stockton from Amarillo 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 Amarillo to Stockton moving option

Hire local Amarillo 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 Amarillo 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 Amarillo 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 Amarillo, TX to Stockton, CA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 14 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Amarillo and Stockton areas.

From these 14 companies, we analyzed a total of 5,614 reviews dating all the way back to October 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 8 state and federal moving licenses from these 14 companies and 69 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~5,000 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 1,271 Amarillo 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 All-Star Movers & 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 Amarillo 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.

8.96/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 3,526 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.69/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 1,370 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.72/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 804 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.12/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 1,418 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.93/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 521 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.07/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 1,643 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.40/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 2,076 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.68/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 3,581 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

9.00/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 2,079 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.04/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 415 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.55/10 avg (Amarillo & Stockton combined) from 1,759 reviews

From Amarillo to Stockton: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Quail Creek in Amarillo & Brookside in Stockton are both known for their: golf course community and upscale homes
• Amarillo's The Highlands neighborhood & Stockton's Lincoln Village both share: an established area with mature trees
• If you're moving from Puckett, check out August in the Stockton area for the: quiet streets and older ranch-style homes
• Do you enjoy Wolflin's mid-century homes and family-friendly atmosphere? You're sure to love Miracle Mile
• Move from Southgate to Weston Ranch and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: newer subdivisions and good schools
• Sunset Acres & Spanos Park are both known for their: residential parks and community amenities
• Amarillo's Lake Tanglewood neighborhood & Stockton's Waterfront District neighborhood both have: waterfront views and boating access

Pros and Cons of Moving from Amarillo to Stockton

ConsAmarillo, TX

• Lesser cultural diversity
• Frequent dust storms
• Limited entertainment options
• Smaller job market

ProsStockton, CA

• Greater cultural diversity
• More moderate climate
• Rich entertainment scene
• Larger job market

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Stockton, CA

• Higher cost of living
• More traffic congestion
• Larger population density
• Lesser access to natural landscapes

Amarillo, TX

• Lower cost of living
• Less traffic congestion
• Friendly, smaller community
• Easy access to nature

Pros of moving from Amarillo to Stockton

• Say goodbye to lesser cultural diversity and hello to greater cultural diversity
• Look forward to moving away from frequent dust storms and moving to Stockton with a more moderate climate
• Swap the limited entertainment options of Amarillo for a rich entertainment scene in Stockton
• Get ready for a larger job market in Stockton

Cons of moving from Amarillo to Stockton

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the lower cost of living in Amarillo to live with the higher cost of living in Stockton
• You'll lose out on the pro of less traffic congestion and have to settle with the con of more traffic congestion
• Time to bid farewell to a friendly, smaller community and get used to a larger population density in Stockton
• Swap easy access to nature for lesser access to natural landscapes

Amarillo vs. Stockton: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Amarillo to Stockton, you will be trading the iconic Texas BBQ brisket of Amarillo for the equally delicious Cioppino of Stockton. And while the locals in Amarillo rave about their flavorful Chicken fried steak and sumptuous Tacos, Stockton residents know they have tasty Lumpia and Taco truck offerings to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Vegan Tex-Mex they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Pho of Stockton. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Amarillo eateries like The Big Texan Steak Ranch, Coyote Bluff Cafe, and Yellow City Street Food. After the boxes are unpacked in Stockton, don't wait too long before making your way to Stockton's acclaimed eateries like Michael's New York Style Pizza, Market Tavern, and Midgley's Public House.

When comparing lifestyles, Stockton shows a greater emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Amarillo. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Stockton compared to what you are used to in Amarillo. 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 Amarillo favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Amarillo's Golden Light Cafe, Amarillo's Yellow City Street Food, and Amarillo's OHMS Cafe & Bar in Amarillo, we're sure you'll love Stockton's Midgley’s Public House, Stockton's Market Tavern, and Stockton's Waterfront Warehouse in Stockton. See our Stockton restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Amarillo hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Amarillo's Coyote Bluff Cafe, head to Stockton's Moo Moo’s Burger Barn on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Amarillo and Stockton

• The Ranch-style architecture that Amarillo is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Spanish architecture typical of Stockton.
• Compared to Amarillo's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and quiet neighborhoods, Stockton real estate listings often highlight features like proximity to the waterfront and gated communities.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Stockton is more walkable than Amarillo.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Stockton is more bike-friendly than Amarillo.
• Stockton has more of an urban feel than Amarillo.
• Stockton housing costs are 123% more expensive than they are in Amarillo, with a median home price of $441,769 compared to Amarillo’s $198,382.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Stockton have increased 43% compared to a 45% increase in Amarillo.
• Rent in Stockton is 48.90% more expensive than in Amarillo.

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 Amarillo and Stockton

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Amarillo to Stockton. Stockton gets 1% more sunshine days than Amarillo.
• Stockton has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Amarillo.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and hail in Amarillo, but be on the lookout for potential floods and earthquakes in Stockton.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Stockton is 4 degrees warmer than in Amarillo.
• The average winter lows are 15 degrees warmer than they are in Amarillo.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Stockton. Stockton receives 6.6 fewer inches of rain compared to Amarillo.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Amarillo and Stockton

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Stockton tend to earn about 26% more than in Amarillo
• The COLI in Stockton is 52% higher than what you are used to living in Amarillo
• Bummer... By moving from TX to CA, you'll now have a state income tax of up to 13.3%
• The affluence in Stockton is moderate to high compared to moderate affluence in Amarillo
• The poverty level is high in Stockton compared to moderate poverty in Amarillo
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Amarillo and significantly high in Stockton

Amarillo vs. Stockton Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 50% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Stockton compared to your Amarillo commute. That's 5200 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Stockton to be worse than it is in Amarillo.
• Public transit is more readily available in Stockton.