($1,587) Cost of Moving From California to New Jersey

There are many factors that influence California moving costs. The cost to move from California to New Jersey will depend on these factors:

• Move size: Moving a large home costs more than moving a studio apartment.
• Time of year: The peak moving season in California is in the summer, so moving companies will likely charge more.
• DIY vs. professional mover: DIY moving services are cheaper but you do all the heavy lifting compared to letting the pros handle your move.

• Weather: New Jersey summers are typically hot and humid and winters are usually cold. During winter and early spring, New Jersey can experience "nor'easters", which are capable of causing blizzards or flooding throughout the northeastern United States.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: One common and important example of something that should be handled ahead of time is reserving the building's elevator and finding out their rules for using the elevator.
• Parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles, find out ahead of time with your new local rules.
• State licensing: In New Jersey, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs handles the regulation of in-state moving companies. The state’s Division of Consumer Affairs works to ensure that warehousemen (public storage companies) and public movers provide safe, reliable, and ethical services while adhering to all relevant state rules and regulations. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a New Jersey moving license and its status on the state regulator's official website.
• Moving permits: New Jersey does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form so that all your mail will get properly forwarded to New Jersey. Get started here.
• Mover's insurance: Interstate moving companies are required under federal law to provide basic insurance — also called “released value protection” — free of charge to all moving customers. Released Value Protection is the most economical option as it incurs no cost. It is provided by movers at no additional charge, but the coverage is minimal. Under this option, no more than 60 cents per pound per article is the responsibility of the mover. For example, if a delicate china set weighing 20 pounds is lost or damaged by the mover, only $12 (60 cents x 20 pounds) would be received. If coverage for the full value of your items is needed, consultation with the moving company you're hiring for other options or a third-party insurance provider is recommended.
• Moving checklist: Peace of mind is priceless. Our moving checklist will help you know you’ve got everything covered.

While you’re in New Jersey, you won’t be bored. These are some of the coolest places to visit in your new home state:

• Atlantic City and Boardwalk
• Ocean City
• Cape May
• Grounds for Sculpture
• Casino Pier and Breakwater Beach Water Park
• Six Flags Great Adventure and Wild Safari
• Battleship New Jersey
• Thomas Edison National Historical Park
• Liberty Science Center
• Adventure Aquarium
• Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
• Essex County Turtle Back Zoo
• Morey's Piers & Beachfront Water Parks
• Monmouth Battlefield State Park
• Liberty State Park
• High Point State Park
• Lucy the Elephant
• Paterson Great Falls
• Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
• Sterling Hill Mining Museum
• Island Beach State Park
• Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
• Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
• Garden State Discovery Museum