Best Austin to Santa Clarita Movers

How Much Do Austin to Santa Clarita Movers Cost?

Moving 1,385 miles from Austin, TX to Santa Clarita, 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 Santa Clarita that already have a booked job heading from Santa Clarita to Austin. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Santa Clarita from Austin entirely empty. If you can find a Santa Clarita moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Austin to Santa Clarita moving option

Hire local Austin 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 Santa Clarita movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Austin to Santa Clarita 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 Austin to Santa Clarita 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 Austin, TX to Santa Clarita, CA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Austin to Santa Clarita moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 38 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Austin and Santa Clarita areas.

From these 38 companies, we analyzed a total of 19,376 reviews dating all the way back to August 2006.

We also reviewed a total of 27 state and federal moving licenses from these 38 companies and 182 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~19,000 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 6,187 Austin to Santa Clarita 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 Trek Movers) vs older more established companies (like Prodigy Moving & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.50/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 13,236 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.27/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 5,054 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.55/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 3,211 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.75/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 5,540 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.47/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 2,279 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.79/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 6,501 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.05/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 7,544 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.29/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 13,336 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.45/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 7,828 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.33/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 1,784 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.27/10 avg (Austin & Santa Clarita combined) from 7,137 reviews

From Austin to Santa Clarita: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Austin in Austin & Newhall in Santa Clarita are both known for their: local eateries & entertainment
• Austin's South Congress neighborhood & Santa Clarita's Valencia both share: boutique shops & family plazas
• If you're moving from East Austin, check out Newhall in the Santa Clarita area for the: arts district & eclectic eateries
• Do you enjoy Zilker's outdoor recreation & trails? You're sure to love Canyon Country
• Move from Mueller to Valencia and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: master-planned community with parks
• Brentwood & Saugus are both known for their: quiet established homes & good schools
• Austin's Allandale neighborhood & Santa Clarita's Saugus neighborhood both have: tree-lined streets & established community
• If you're moving from Barton Hills, look into Canyon Country for the: hillside trails & open space
• Do you cherish living in Tarrytown's upscale plans & top schools? Move into Stevenson Ranch for something similar

Pros and Cons of Moving from Austin to Santa Clarita

ConsAustin, TX

• Higher humidity
• More traffic congestion
• Hotter summers

ProsSanta Clarita, CA

• Lower humidity
• Less traffic congestion
• Milder summers

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Santa Clarita, CA

• Less live music
• Smaller tech community
• Less culinary diversity

Austin, TX

• Vibrant music scene
• Lively tech hub
• Diverse cuisine

Pros of moving from Austin to Santa Clarita

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to lower humidity
• Look forward to moving away from more traffic congestion and moving to Santa Clarita with less traffic congestion
• Swap the hotter summers of Austin for milder summers in Santa Clarita

Cons of moving from Austin to Santa Clarita

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the vibrant music scene in Austin to live with less live music in Santa Clarita
• You'll lose out on the pro of a lively tech hub and have to settle with the con of a smaller tech community
• Time to bid farewell to diverse cuisine and get used to less culinary diversity in Santa Clarita

Austin vs. Santa Clarita: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Austin to Santa Clarita, you will be trading the iconic Brisket BBQ of Austin for the equally delicious Tri-tip Steak of Santa Clarita. And while the locals in Austin rave about their flavorful Tacos al Pastor and sumptuous Breakfast Tacos, Santa Clarita residents know they have tasty Santa Maria-style BBQ and Food Truck Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ Jackfruit they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Bowls of Santa Clarita. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Austin eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Uchi, and Launderette. After the boxes are unpacked in Santa Clarita, don't wait too long before making your way to Santa Clarita's acclaimed eateries like Stonefire Grill, Wolf Creek Restaurant and Brewing Co., and Rustic Burger House.

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

Discover Santa Clarita Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Santa Clarita is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Austin favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Franklin Barbecue, Uchi, and Torchy's Tacos in Austin, we're sure you'll love Smokehouse on Main, Kisho Japanese Restaurant, and Chronic Tacos in Santa Clarita. See our Santa Clarita restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Austin hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Matt's El Rancho, head to Las Delicias on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Austin and Santa Clarita

• The Modern and Craftsman architecture that Austin is known for will be replaced with the Spanish and Modern architecture typical of Santa Clarita.
• Compared to Austin's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to downtown and outdoor spaces, Santa Clarita real estate listings often highlight features like quiet neighborhoods and family-friendly options.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Santa Clarita is less walkable than Austin.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Santa Clarita is less bike-friendly than Austin.
• Santa Clarita has less of an urban feel compared to Austin.
• Santa Clarita housing costs are 48% more expensive than they are in Austin, with a median home price of $808,008 compared to Austin’s $546,619.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Santa Clarita have increased by 41% compared to a 47% increase in Austin.
• Rent in Santa Clarita is 61.33% more expensive than in Austin.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Clarita, CA

1. Valencia : You'll find an abundance of walking trails and pet-friendly parks, making it easy for you and your furry friends to enjoy the outdoors.
2. Stevenson Ranch : This neighborhood offers expansive green spaces and a welcoming community atmosphere that embraces pet ownership.
3. Canyon Country : With its plentiful hiking paths and dog parks, Canyon Country provides the perfect backdrop for you and your pets to explore and play.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Austin and Santa Clarita

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Austin to Santa Clarita. Santa Clarita gets 24% more sunshine days than Austin.
• Santa Clarita has lower humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Austin.
• Say goodbye to the possible heatwaves and flooding in Austin, but be on the lookout for potential earthquakes and wildfires in Santa Clarita.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Santa Clarita is 5 degrees colder than in Austin.
• The average winter lows are 3 degrees warmer than they are in Austin.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Santa Clarita. Santa Clarita receives 15.0 inches less rain compared to Austin.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Austin and Santa Clarita

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Santa Clarita tend to earn about 37% more than those in Austin
• The COLI in Santa Clarita is 43% higher than what you are used to living in Austin
• Bummer, by moving from TX to CA, you'll now have a state income tax of up to 13.3%
• The affluence in Santa Clarita is high compared to moderate affluence in Austin
• The poverty level is very low in Santa Clarita compared to low poverty in Austin
• In terms of homelessness, it is significant in Austin and moderate in Santa Clarita

Political and Religious Climate in Austin vs. Santa Clarita

• Austin tends to lean Liberal/Democratic in its political climate
• Santa Clarita, on the other hand, is often described as more conservative compared to Austin
• Santa Clarita's religious environment can be described as more religiously diverse with Christianity being prominent
• Austin's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as less religious with varying beliefs

Austin vs. Santa Clarita Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 15% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Santa Clarita compared to your Austin commute. That's 2080 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Santa Clarita to be better than it is in Austin.
• Public transit is less readily available in Santa Clarita.