Best Austin to Stockton Movers

How Much Do Austin to Stockton Movers Cost?

Moving 1,764 miles from Austin, TX to Stockton, CA will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,000 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 Austin. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Stockton from Austin 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 Austin to Stockton 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 Stockton movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin, TX to Stockton, CA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 32 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Austin and Stockton areas.

From these 32 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,413 reviews dating all the way back to June 2007.

We also reviewed a total of 22 state and federal moving licenses from these 32 companies and 157 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~13,000 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 2,729 Austin 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 Heavenly Moving and Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Austin 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.

8.77/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 8,135 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.57/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 3,171 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.90/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 1,817 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.95/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 3,238 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.83/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 1,122 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.04/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 3,861 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.24/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 4,795 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.53/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 8,268 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.76/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 4,820 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.58/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 1,075 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.58/10 avg (Austin & Stockton combined) from 4,261 reviews

From Austin to Stockton: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in Austin & Downtown in Stockton are both known for their urban core with restaurants & nightlife
• Austin's East Austin neighborhood & Stockton's Downtown both share a diverse arts district with galleries & eateries
• If you're moving from Zilker, check out Sherwood Forest in the Stockton area for parks & recreation with green spaces
• Do you enjoy Hyde Park's tree-lined streets with bungalows & midcentury homes? You're sure to love Brookside
• Move from Mueller to Delta Shores and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: a planned community with modern homes & walkable design
• Tarrytown & Lincoln Village are both known for their quiet residential, family-friendly suburban feel
• Austin's North Loop neighborhood & Stockton's Brookside neighborhood both have trendy boutiques & bungalow-style homes
• If you're moving from Travis Heights, look into University Park for historic homes near campus with arts events

Pros and Cons of Moving from Austin to Stockton

ConsAustin, TX

• Higher living cost
• Hot summers
• Heavy traffic
• Less water access

ProsStockton, CA

• More affordable housing
• Milder climate
• Less congestion
• Proximity to water

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Stockton, CA

• Fewer cultural events
• Fewer tech opportunities
• More subdued nightlife
• Less BBQ variety

Austin, TX

• Vibrant music scene
• Tech job hub
• Rich nightlife
• Great BBQ

Pros of moving from Austin to Stockton

• Say goodbye to higher living costs and hello to more affordable housing
• Look forward to moving away from hot summers and moving to Stockton with a milder climate
• Swap the heavy traffic of Austin for less congestion in Stockton
• Get ready for proximity to water in Stockton

Cons of moving from Austin to Stockton

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the vibrant music scene in Austin to live with fewer cultural events in Stockton
• You'll lose out on the pro of being a tech job hub and have to settle with the con of fewer tech opportunities
• Time to bid farewell to a rich nightlife and get used to a more subdued nightlife in Stockton
• Swap great BBQ for less BBQ variety

Austin vs. Stockton: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Austin to Stockton, you will be trading the iconic Brisket BBQ of Austin for the equally delicious Asparagus (Stockton Asparagus Festival) of Stockton. And while the locals in Austin rave about their flavorful Tacos al Pastor and sumptuous Breakfast Tacos, Stockton residents know they have tasty Lumpia and 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 Pho of Stockton. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Austin eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Uchi, and La Condesa. 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, Midtown Creperie and Café, and Avenue Grill.

When comparing lifestyles, Stockton shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Austin. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Stockton compared to what you are used to in Austin. 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 Austin favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Franklin Barbecue, Uchi, and Launderette in Austin, we're sure you'll love El Rancho Inn-Steakhouse, Raw Sushi Bistro, and Market Tavern in Stockton. See our Stockton 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 La Palma Mexican Cuisine on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Austin and Stockton

• The Modern and Craftsman architecture that Austin is known for will be replaced with the Spanish and Craftsman architecture typical of Stockton.
• Compared to Austin's real estate listings that commonly reference proximity to downtown and green spaces, Stockton real estate listings often highlight features like waterfront properties and large lots.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Stockton is less walkable than Austin.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike as Stockton is less bike-friendly than Austin.
• Stockton has less of an urban feel than Austin.
• Stockton housing costs are 19% less expensive than they are in Austin with a median home price of $441,769 compared to Austin’s $546,619.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Stockton have increased by 43% compared to a 47% increase in Austin.
• Rent in Stockton is 17.75% more expensive than in Austin.

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 Austin and Stockton

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Austin to Stockton. Stockton gets 14% more sunshine days than Austin.
• Stockton has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Austin.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and floods in Austin, but be on the lookout for potential earthquakes and floods in Stockton.
• The average summer high temperature in Stockton is 3 degrees colder than in Austin.
• The average winter lows are 4 degrees colder than they are in Austin.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Stockton, as it receives 21 fewer inches of rain compared to Austin.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Austin and Stockton

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Stockton tend to earn about 12% less than in Austin
• The COLI in Stockton 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 Stockton is moderate compared to moderately affluent in Austin
• The poverty level is high in Stockton compared to moderate in Austin
• In terms of homelessness, it is noticeable in Austin and significant in Stockton