Moving from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City (Movers from $1,573)

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 1, 2024 • 5 min read
Fact Checked by: Erika Marty

Quick answer: A move from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City costs $1,796 to $9,055 and takes 6-17 days. The main factors that determine the cost and time are how much you’re moving, your move date, and whether you hire a company or do the 2,247-mile move yourself.

Hiring a long-distance moving company from Chesapeake will be more expensive, while renting a truck or using a moving container is usually cheaper but requires more work.

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Salt Lake City to Chesapeake guide.

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How much does it cost to move from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City?

Chesapeake movers charge $125 per hour on average. Here are average prices for a full-service moving company, moving container, or truck:

Factors influencing moving costs from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City

The cost of Chesapeake movers will depend on:

• Move size: The cost of your move will depend on the amount of items you have in your home. For example, moving a one-bedroom apartment from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City can be as low as $1,573 while a four-bedroom home can be as high as $13,048.
• Time of year: Summer is peak moving season in Chesapeake, so moving companies will likely charge more.
• Do-it-yourself vs professional mover: Renting a truck or using a moving container can be cheaper options, with prices for a rental truck ranging from $1,501 to $3,864. However, these options require more work and effort compared to hiring professional movers.

How much are professional moving companies when moving from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City?

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City will cost between $1,573 to $5,971. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $4,250 to $9,055, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City will cost from $8,135 to $14,084.

How much are moving container companies from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City?

Moving containers from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City will cost you $1,580 to $3,730 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $2,701 to $5,473. A larger home will cost $3,597 to $7,640.

How much is a moving truck from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City?

Renting a moving truck is usually 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 $1,501 to $3,114. A larger move will cost $1,796 to $3,562, and a four-bedroom move from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City costs from $2,096 to $4,499. These estimates include the anticipated fuel cost.

The best Chesapeake to Salt Lake City moving companies

Hiring an interstate moving company to go from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City is a big deal.

There are more than 8,000 moving companies in the U.S. But don't worry, you won't have to filter through all of them. We've done the research for you and narrowed the list based on customer satisfaction, cost, and services. Here are the best long-distance moving companies serving Chesapeake to Salt Lake City.

Best Overall Value Safeway Moving rating 4.5 / 5 Licensed Insured Price Best overall value Portion to charity Veteran owned Get A Quote % of users select this mover

Best industry reputation American Van Lines rating 4.5 / 5 Licensed Insured Price 20 yrs experience Flat rate pricing Family owned Get A Quote % of users select this mover

Best Upfront Pricing Mayzlin Relocation rating 4.45 / 5 Licensed Insured Price Family owned East coast focus Affordable pricing Get A Quote % of users select this mover

• Safeway Moving, 4.5 out of 5
• American Van Lines, 4.5 out of 5
• Mayzlin Relocation, 4.45 out of 5
• North American Van Lines, 4.25 out of 5
• JK Moving Services, 4.25 out of 5

Pros and cons of moving from Chesapeake to Salt Lake City

Cost of living: Chesapeake vs Salt Lake City

• Rent prices in Salt Lake City are 18% lower than in Chesapeake.
• Home prices in Salt Lake City are 42.5% higher than in Chesapeake.
• Income in Salt Lake City is 2.8% lower than in Chesapeake.
• The cost of living for a single person in Salt Lake City is 18.8% higher than in Chesapeake.
• The cost of living for a family in Salt Lake City is 39.8% higher than in Chesapeake.
• The unemployment rate in Salt Lake City is 40.00% lower than in Chesapeake.
• Sales taxes in Salt Lake City are 29.17% higher than in Chesapeake.
• State income taxes in Salt Lake City are 13.91% lower than in Chesapeake.

To put this into perspective, you would need around $3,564.29 in Salt Lake City to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Chesapeake.

How is life different in Chesapeake compared to Salt Lake City?

• Salt Lake City's population is about 20% less than Chesapeake.
• Salt Lake City's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Chesapeake's higher score of 2.
• Salt Lake City is more walkable than Chesapeake with a score of 59 out of 100 vs Chesapeake's 21 out of 100.
• Salt Lake City is more bike-friendly than Chesapeake with a score of 74 out of 100 vs Chesapeake's 35.
• Salt Lake City's crime rate is higher than Chesapeake with a score of 80.22 compared to Chesapeake's 25.0. This means that Salt Lake City neighborhoods are safer than 80.22% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Chesapeake neighborhoods are safer than 25.0%.
• Salt Lake City is considered to be less safe than Chesapeake with a score of 66.21 vs Chesapeake's 70.88.
• Air quality in Salt Lake City is good, and in Chesapeake it's good.

Considerations for moving to Salt Lake City

• Weather: June, September and May are the most pleasant months in Salt Lake City, while January and December are the least comfortable months..
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: Although a local license is not required in Utah, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Utah moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Utah 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 and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Salt Lake City. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Utah, movers commonly offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, providing coverage at 60 cents per pound. To increase protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Local Chesapeake movers

Company	Quote	Rating	Contact
most popular Coleman Worldwide Moving	Get A Quote	4.86 overall rating	3325 Croft St, Norfolk, VA, 23513 (757) 857-0101
All My Sons Moving & Storage	Get A Quote	4.72 overall rating	1164 Kingwood Ave, Norfolk, VA, 23502 (757) 997-6615
Two Men and a Truck	Get A Quote	4.66 overall rating	4007 Seaboard Ct #7, Portsmouth, VA, 23701 (757) 356-2830

Visit our best long distance movers in Chesapeake page to see a complete list of moving companies, including hourly rates, services, and reviews.

Where to live in Salt Lake City

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Crossroads of the West", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Salt Lake City.

Best neighborhoods for singles:

• Capitol Hill
• Central City
• East Bench
• Greater Avenues
• Sugar House
• Wasatch Hollow
• Yalecrest

Best neighborhoods for families:

• East Bench
• Greater Avenues
• Liberty Wells
• Sugar House
• Yalecrest

What to do in Salt Lake City

These are some of the best things to do in your new Utah home.

• Salt Lake City Guided Bus Tour
• Tabernacle Choir Performance + Salt Lake City Bus Tour
• 45 Minute Great Salt Lake Boat Tour
• Trolley Adventure: A Show-Tour of Salt Lake City
• Salt Lake Temple

Get your sports on!

• Salt Lake Bees (Pacific Coast League)
• Utah Jazz (NBA)
• Utah Utes (Pac-12)
• Westminster Griffins (RMAC)

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