Average Cost of Movers in Sacramento
Based on the price calculation of 5 reviews, we estimate that a move within Sacramento should very roughly cost $1227.
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145 movers in Sacramento
Hollister Moving and Storage
"I contracted with Hollister Moving and Storage to move me from Hollister to Wyoming. Though they ([NAME EDIT]) promised to 'take care' of me, it was absolutely my worst nightmare! They damaged or 'lost' everything that I own(ed). They now refuse t..."
D.W. Ewing Movers and Storage
"In early February of 2015 we hired this company to move our household goods into a rental home. The move was uneventful and everything progress smoothly. had a truck and trailer. Now, in December of 2015 we purchased a house and we contacted D.W...."
Courtesy Moving and Storage
"This company is a subsidiary of Wheaton World Wide. They moved me on August 1, 2018, from Fresno to Vallejo, CA. I purchased Full Value Protection insurance.. I have substantial damage to many pieces of furniture. I have sent photos and requested ..."
Jack & Jeff Transfer
"My wife and I employed Jeff and Jack Transfer (“JJT”) of Visalia, CA to move our household goods from our Exeter, CA home and to enter them into storage, anticipating a duration (for an overseas assignment) of several years. After our return to th..."
Full House Movers
"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!!! Not only did we get charged more than twice the quote, but they lost and STOLE many many of our belongings and refuse to reimburse us, for anything!!! We had to pay prior to them loading and pay prior to them unloading...."
Lightning Van Lines
"A year later we are still finding problems with our move last summer with Lightning Van Lines. They stole personal property, damaged so many of our cherished items, and we still have yet to locate many boxes. The driver encouraged us to just "s..."
Prime Line Van Lines
"I have nothing but good things to say about Prime Line Van Lines. Their movers were professional, efficient and took excellent care of my valuables. Since I had a vast variety of items, they color-coded the boxes and placed the things in their des..."
Brooklyn Moving
"This company helped us move across the state, and we couldn’t be happier with their service. Everything arrived in perfect condition, and the team was very accommodating. If you’re looking for a reliable moving company, look no further than Bro..."
Beacon Van Lines LLC
"This was one of the most convenient moving company’s I’ve ever used, I will definitely recommend these guys to anyone looking to move there house, apartment, condo whatever they get it done efficiently."
American Choice Van Lines
"Our moving experience with American Choice Vanlines was a a total scam and we want to warn everyone of their fraudulent and unethical behavior. We are a military family moving from CA to VA, and were originally quoted $15k for the move. After decl..."
Febex Moving and Storage
"I received my belongings 10 MONTHS after I left my origin state, and this is only because I filed a complaint with FMSCA. This is what was referred to as a hostage load complaint. If you have been a victim of this company, file a complaint here h..."
What to know when moving to Sacramento, CA
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In California, property crime rates are higher than the national average, with a state annual rate of 1,764 per 100,000 residents compared to the national rate of 1,547. However, property crime has seen a significant decline of 26.1% from 2022 to 2025. Violent crime also exceeds the national average, with a state rate of 415.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 27.7% higher than the national rate.
- Violent crime: 415.5 per 100,000 vs. national 325.3, down 17.4% since 2022
- Property crime: 1,764 per 100,000 vs. national 1,547, down 26.1% since 2022
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 44.9% since 2022
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for California).
Schools & Higher Ed
Residents have access to a total of 7 postsecondary institutions in the region, with 6 located in Sacramento County and 1 in Yolo County. Notable schools include:
- Charles A Jones Career and Education Center
- Cosumnes River College
- University of California-Davis (located in nearby Davis)
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
Yolo County experiences an average annual precipitation of 14.4 inches, with 42 rainy days each year. Most rainfall occurs in winter, totaling 11.3 inches over 25 rainy days. If you enjoy parks, some nearby options feature high ratings:
- Elk Grove Regional Park - 4.7 (2,864 reviews)
- Cosumnes River Preserve - 4.7 (1,358 reviews)
- Garcia Bend Park - 4.4 (1,483 reviews)
Source: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places API.
Jobs & the Local Economy
In Yolo County, the unemployment rate stands at 5.8% as of December 2025, with a labor force of 112,258 residents. There are currently 105,752 employed individuals in the county, reflecting a stable local economy.
- Unemployment rate: 5.8% as of December 2025
- Employed: 105,752
- Labor force: 112,258
Source: BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS).
Where do people move from Sacramento?
People move long distance from Sacramento to popular cities like Portland OR and Denver CO.
Popular destinations within California include and San Francisco.
See all popular local, long distance and international moving routes from Sacramento here.