The Best Moving Companies in Modesto

Whether you’re moving across town or cross country, we’ve found the best moving companies for you. We analyzed the services, customer reviews, and costs for more than 20 movers in Modesto. These are our top picks.
Best long distance mover
internationalvanlines
International Van Lines
Our Rating
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
pro Full-service moves
pro Movers load and drive truck
Best for local moving
First National Van Lines
First National Van Lines
Our Rating
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
pro Full-service moves
pro Movers load and drive truck
Best for container moving
pods
PODS
Our Rating
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
pro Container moves
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Best for truck rental
penske
Penske
Our Rating
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
pro DIY truck-rental moves
con Customer loads and drives truck

What type of moving company is right for you?

Professional movers
They handle it all.

Professional movers load your stuff, ship it to your new home, and unload it all for you. It’s the easiest—but most expensive—option. Learn more.

Containers
You load, they ship.

You load up all your belongings, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost. Learn more.

Moving truck rentals
You do all the work.

Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do it all—and save a lot. Learn more.


The best long-distance movers in Modesto

Move.org researched over a dozen nationwide moving companies. These professional moving companies are our top picks. If you’re moving to a new home outside of California, we recommend these movers.
Best long-distance moving company
internationalvanlines
International Van Lines
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
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    30 days free storage
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    10% Move.org discount
Best for accurate pricing
Safeway Moving
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
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    Charitable donations
Best premium services
americanvanlines
American Van Lines
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
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    Flat rates
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    Piano moving
Best for customizable services
northamerican
North American Van Lines
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
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Best customer reviews
Mayzlin Relocation
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
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Local professional movers in Modesto

If you’re moving to a new home in Modesto or somewhere else in California, check out these highly ranked local moving companies.
Moving company
Customer Rating
Services
Phone
Learn More
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing services
- Office moving
Call (855) 438-1872
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.55
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Storage services
- Packing services
Call (559) 648-8172
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.85
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Office moving
- Packing services
Call (844) 423-9632
5 out of 5 stars
4.95
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Storage services
- Packing services
Call (209) 566-2331
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
- In-state moves
- Interstate Moves
- Packing services
- Storage services
Call (209) 923-3827

Best moving container companies in Modesto

Move.org analyzed approximately 8,000 customer reviews and 300 quotes over 3 years to find the best moving container companies in the US.
Moving company
Move.org rating
Avg. cost for local move
Avg. cost for long-distance move
Phone
Learn more
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
$1,370$4,300866-229-4120
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
$1,940$4,240800-722-5728
4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1
$1,500$3,880888-947-7974
4 out of 5 stars
4
$1,870$5,030844-362-5303
3.9 out of 5 stars
3.9
$1,730$4,100800-468-4285

Best truck rental companies in Modesto

Move.org researched services, gathered over 100 quotes, and interviewed customers to find the 5 best moving truck rental companies in the country.
Brand
Avg. one-way rental price*
Avg. local rental price**
Mileage rate (local moves only)
Car trailers/tow dollies available
Website
$2,080.00$27.61As low as $0.47/mile
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$2,337.13$324.07As low as $1.29/mile
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$1,945.68$38.70As low as $0.99/mile
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N/A$129.77As low as $0.20/mile
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$1,944.93$328.09As low as $1.29/mile
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All data current as of publish date.
*Prices averaged for 5 home sizes across 6 distances over 100 miles. Mileage included in long-distance quotes.
**Prices averaged for 5 home sizes (when different trucks were available) for a distance under 100 miles. Prices do not include mileage rates.

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What to know about moving in Modesto, CA

The best way to determine your moving costs is to first decide which type of moving service you’ll be using. The average cost of a full-service move—including packing, loading, and unloading—is $7,600 for a local relocation.1 If you prefer a more DIY approach to your local move, renting a POD or other moving container averages around $1,680, and renting a moving truck usually runs around $170.

Of course, these prices all go up for a long-distance move, so keep that in mind when selecting a moving service.

The average rent in Modesto, CA, is $1,631 and the average home price is $533,847.2 Cost of living in Modesto is lower than other areas of California, but 18% higher than the national average.

While Modesto may be a thriving agricultural community, there doesn’t seem to be as much opportunity for growth in other areas. In fact, this central California town was listed as one of the worst cities for job seekers in the US, with an unemployment rate of 5.6%.3 Locals often migrate to nearby metropolitan areas with better job opportunities like Stockton, Sacramento, and Merced.4

George Lucas is one of the most notable celebrities from Modesto, CA. He even based one of his first films, American Graffiti, on his teenage years in Modesto. Fans of the film gather in Modesto for the annual Graffiti Summer festival, which showcases hot rod classic cars.

Other famous people born in Modesto, CA, include Marvel star Jeremy Renner and olympic swimmer Mark Spitz.

Sources

  1. Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” Published June 6, 2022. Accessed September 7, 2022.
  2. Payscale.com, “Cost of Living in Modesto, California,” Accessed October 13, 2022.
  3. Kurt Manwaring, Move.org, “The Best and Worst US Cities for Job Seekers,” Published August 5, 2022. Accessed October 13, 2022.
  4. Stacker.com, “Where People in Modesto are Moving to Most,” Published July 18, 2022. Accessed October 13, 2022.
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Sarah Cimarusti has been writing and editing for the last 10 years. Most recently she was a lead copywriter for catering and event companies, and before that she was the editor of two nationally known trade publications. She brings her passion and content creation expertise to help movers and shakers get where they want to be. She earned dual degrees in English and social work from Loyola University Chicago. In her free time, she writes fiction and spoils her dog, Maya.