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.
The Best Moving Companies in Bakersfield
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 Bakersfield. These are our top picks.
Best long distance mover
Best container mover
Best local mover
Best truck rental
What type of moving company is right for you?
Professional movers
They handle it all.
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.
Moving company | Customer Rating | Services | Phone | Learn More |
| - Full-service (local) | (866) 854-4629 | Check Prices Check Prices | |
| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Office moving - Packing services | (661) 834-2411 | Check Prices | |
| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing services - Storage services | (855) 918-2142 | Check Prices | |
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| - In-state moves - Interstate moves X - Packing services - Office moving | (661) 817-5395 | Check Prices | |
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| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Office moving - Storage services | (661) 335-6191 | Check Prices |
Moving company | Move.org rating | Avg. cost for local move | Avg. cost for long-distance move | Phone | Learn more |
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| $1,370 | $4,300 | 866-229-4120 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,940 | $4,240 | 800-722-5728 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,500 | $3,880 | 888-947-7974 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,870 | $5,030 | 844-362-5303 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,730 | $4,100 | 800-468-4285 | Get a Quote |
Brand | Avg. local rental price** | Car trailers/tow dollies available | Website |
| $27.61 |  Yes | Get a Quote | |
| $324.07 |  No | Get a Quote | |
| $38.70 | Yes | Get a Quote | |
| $129.77 | No | Get a Quote | |
| $328.09 | Yes | Get a Quote |
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 Bakersfield
How much you spend on a move in Bakersfield depends on factors like how far you’re moving, how many belongings you have, and the type of moving service you use. While a full-service move to Bakersfield costs an average of $9,060, a moving van rental is just $1,128. Moving and storage containers are a mid-range expensive, costing an average of $3,800.
It costs an average of $111 per month for a 10x10 unit that is non-climate-controlled in Bakersfield. Units that offer climate-control cost from $87 to $200, larger units cost up to $519, and smaller units cost as low as $33 monthly.
The ideal time to book a moving company depends on local demand. Generally speaking, it’s best to schedule a mover a month or two in advance. But if you’re moving at a high-demand time (like in the summer), you may want to consider booking at least three months in advance.
The average cost of living in Bakersfield is $1,853, based on the needs of one person. Bakersfield ranks 35 in a ranking of the country's 75 most populous cities.
Best local movers in Bakersfield
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Sources
- Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” Published June 6, 2022. Accessed August 2022.
- Asha, Kennedy, Move.org, “US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2022.” Published August 23, 2022. Accessed August 2022.
- RentCafe. 30 Storage Units in Bakersfield, CA. Accessed August 2022.
