342 movers in Long Beach
Presto Logistics
"We moved from SoCal to Oregon in July, the hottest weekend of the month. When we first called for a quote we were treated with respect. We did use a video chat to go over what we wanted moved and then received our quote. We did go over the box lim..."
Schumacher Cargo Logistics
"Avoid these scammers pls as I have used this company to ship a container load of cars from the USA to the UK. I was given a quote and everything was paid for in full in advance. It took them ages before the container was finally shipped. When the ..."
Sterling Van Lines
"Sterling assured me they were the right fit for my long distance move. I was told they would completely handle everything as their website states, if I could just be flexible with dates. I did not know this meant I wouldnt receive a packing or mov..."
Western Relocations Inc
"Pride bought Western Relocations about 4 months before they moved us - something they didn't feel they needed to tell us - until much later. About 5-6 months later they raised our storage rate $110.00 - we were in another state, what was I suppose..."
King Relocation Services
"This company signed a binding agreement with me for my move across country. One the of the largest items that needed to be moved was a stone Buddha. King contractually committed to crating it, moving it to the truck, transporting it across country..."
Purely Move
"Be careful of that company. This is a scam. We paid $600 from Mission Viejo to Anaheim for one bedroom apartment and they are still ask more money after the moving. Her is the story: First, they are not professional cause they use 2 skinny young ..."
Crown Relocation
"We used Crown to move from London to Atlanta. We chose them despite being one of the more expensive quotes as they promised they could have the move complete in 2-4 weeks on an expedited service. The issues started the day they arrived to pack..."
Chris' Moving Men
"I contacted Chris' Moving (A Steven's Agent) to move 18,000 lbs from LA to Las Vegas. The move by Chris was very professional and excellent. Chris and his people are terrific. Unfortunately, Stevens is a sleezeball company and they turned what ..."
55 Moving
"Eddie who calls himself the owner agreed to do the move at 275 flat and I promised them if everything will be good I will give you guys a great tip. The move was scheduled for 9 AM. Right before 1 day, I called to check in if he is going to make i..."
Hermes Moving and Storage
"It’s now over a month that this company picked up my things from my apartment and storage facility. They re-quoted me twice and never reached back out after telling me they needed to re-quoted it again. They never call back or answer my concerns i..."
Terra Relocations
"At first, Terra Relocations seems like a company that truly cares about your business. They treat you like a king and they answer your questions to the best of their ability, comforting your each and every concern. Don't be fooled. This company ..."
What to know when moving to Long Beach, CA
Signal Hill at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 47.9% of residents rent and the median household income is $102,684.
- The Major Draw:
- Proximity to amenities like the Battleship IOWA Museum, rated 4.8 by over 8,500 visitors.
- The Reality Check:
- With only 1.9% using public transit, it's a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,817/mo rent for a typical rental.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Signal Hill has a population of 11,654 and a median household income of $102,684, which supports a community with a significant renter presence at 47.9%. Education is notable, with 38.3% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. The area is predominantly car-dependent with only 1.9% of residents commuting via public transit, which may influence lifestyle and mobility choices.
Probably not your spot if: you prefer a strong public transportation network.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median rent is $1,817, while median home values are around $730,200.
- 38.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher, contributing to a relatively educated community.
- The poverty rate stands at 9.0%, indicating some economic diversity.
- With only 1.9% commuting via public transit, most residents rely on cars for transportation.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime data for Signal Hill is reflective of California as a whole. The state's property crime rate is 1,764 per 100k residents, which is 14% higher than the national average of 1,547. However, property crime has decreased by 26.1% since 2022. The violent crime rate in California is 415.5 per 100k, 27.7% above the national average of 325.3, but it too has dropped by 17.4% since 2022.
- Violent crime: 415.5 per 100k vs. national 325.3, with a downward trend.
- Property crime: 1,764 per 100k vs. national 1,547, with a downward trend.
- Notable trend: Homicide rate decreased by 44.9% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for California).
Schools & Higher Ed
Signal Hill provides access to a range of educational institutions in the nearby area, totaling 44 schools with 43 institutions tracked by the College Scorecard.
- American University of Health Sciences is located within Signal Hill.
- Nearby options include California State University-Dominguez Hills and Biola University.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES, U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Los Angeles County experiences an average annual precipitation of 18.8 inches, with about 32 rainy days each year. The winter months tend to be the wettest, contributing 11 inches of rain. There are several parks and outdoor spots worth exploring nearby.
- Battleship IOWA Museum - 4.8 stars, 8,549 reviews
- Hilltop Park - 4.8 stars, 5,158 reviews
- Bixby Park - 4.5 stars, 3,172 reviews
- ShoreLine Aquatic Park - 4.7 stars, 2,774 reviews
Source: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
Jobs & the Local Economy
Los Angeles County, encompassing Signal Hill, has a labor force of 5,148,903 with an unemployment rate of 5.0% as of December 2025.
- Unemployment rate: 5.0% as of December 2025.
- Employed individuals: 4,889,561.
- Total labor force: 5,148,903.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
