Top Los Angeles, CA to Boston, MA Movers

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1. Seka Moving: 4.86 out of 5 stars
2. Rigo's Moving Company Inc: 4.86 out of 5 stars
3. Move Central Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
4. Prof Moving Company: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. Excalibur Movers Los Angeles: 4.66 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Massachusetts

If you're packing up a studio or one-bedroom to move from California to Massachusetts, you can expect prices to land between $1,837 and $7,524. For a two- or three-bedroom space, your costs will usually range from $5,431 to $10,480 for the trip from CA to MA. If you're moving a large four- or five-bedroom home, you're likely looking at a price tag between $10,218 and $16,240.

Cost of moving containers from California to Massachusetts

When you're heading from California to Massachusetts, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,753 and $4,741. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $3,367 and $6,445. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $4,294 to $9,551. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Massachusetts

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $2,072 to $3,942. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $2,223 to $4,927, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from California to Massachusetts costs around $2,809 to $5,475.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Boston, since prices are typically 15% higher than in Los Angeles.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Boston.
  Home prices in Boston are 68.8% lower than in Los Angeles.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Boston, where incomes are, on average, 19.0% higher than in Los Angeles. Major employers in Boston include General Electric, Fidelity Investments, and Liberty Mutual Insurance.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Boston, since the cost of living for a single person in Boston is 22.9% higher than in Los Angeles. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Boston, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Boston is 22.7% higher than in Los Angeles.
• The unemployment rate in Boston is 41.51% lower than in Los Angeles.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Boston, since the city's sales taxes in Boston are 34.21% lower than in Los Angeles.
• One perk of moving to Boston is paying less in state income taxes, which are 32.33% lower than in Los Angeles.

• Boston might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 82% less than Los Angeles.
• Boston offers better access to buses and trains than Los Angeles, based on public transportation ratings. Boston has a transit score of 9 out of 10 compared to 8 in Los Angeles. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Boston means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Los Angeles. Boston is considered more walkable than Los Angeles, with a score of 98 out of 100 versus 69 out of 100 in Los Angeles. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Boston is considered more bike-friendly than Los Angeles in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Boston has a bike-friendliness score of 86 out of 100, while Los Angeles is rated as 59 out of 100.
• Boston has a lower crime rate than Los Angeles based on scores of 39.88 and Los Angeles's 53.81, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Boston than in Los Angeles, based on Boston's safety index of 60.12 versus 46.19 for Los Angeles. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Boston has better air quality than in Los Angeles. Boston has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Los Angeles. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

• Weather: Boston summers are typically warm and humid, while winters are cold and stormy, with occasional periods of heavy snow. Spring and fall are usually cool to mild.
• HOA rules: It's a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it's a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: Moving companies in Massachusetts are required to obtain a license from the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities – Transportation Oversight Division to provide local and intrastate moving services in Massachusetts movers must carry adequate cargo insurance and publicly file their tariffs required to list the services they provide and the cost for each. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in Massachusetts, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While Massachusetts doesn't mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Boston without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. In Alabama and Massachusetts, Released Value Protection is a no-cost option provided by movers but offers minimal coverage at 60 cents per pound per article. If you seek full value coverage for your items, consider consulting with your moving company for alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Allston-Brighton
• Back Bay-Beacon Hill
• East Boston
• Jamaica Plain
• South Boston

Best neighborhoods for families

• Charlestown
• East Boston
• Hyde Park
• Roslindale
• West Roxbury

Things to do in Boston

After settling into your new Massachusetts home, you'll want to branch out and explore your new city. Luckily, Boston has lots to offer, no matter what you're interested in:

• Arts and culture: Cultural attractions in Boston include museums and art centers like the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library, Museum of Science, and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Boston Public Garden, Boston Common, Arnold Arboretum, and Charles River Esplanade — and more, offering great opportunities to hike, bike, or relax in nature.
• Sports: Nothing beats the thrill of cheering on the home team at an Boston Red Sox (MLB), Boston Bruins (NHL), Boston Celtics (NBA), or New England Patriots (NFL) game.