Compare Licensed Oakland Movers and Book Online in Minutes
Last Updated: 10/14/2026
The average cost of hiring movers in Oakland ranges from $941 to $5,500+, depending on distance and services like packing. Most local movers charge $120 to $180 per hour for a 2-person crew and truck. Pricing can change based on truck access, parking limits, stairs, season, and your move date. iMoving helps you compare licensed movers serving Oakland, view instant online quotes, and book securely online with 7-day payment protection.
Oakland Truck Access, Parking, and Permits
In Oakland, access is often the hidden cost. Downtown, hills, and older buildings can force longer carries, smaller loading options, or tighter time windows.
If your move requires blocking curb space, sidewalk, or a traffic lane, Oakland may require an Obstruction Permit, and No Parking signs typically must be posted 72 hours in advance. The city also requires a minimum sidewalk clearance for pedestrians.
Practical tip:
- Elevator reservations and move windows
- Certificate of Insurance (COI) wording requirements
- Loading dock rules or time limits
Why Quotes Change After Booking
Quotes usually change when the move details change. Add inventory, stairs/elevator, long carry, bulky items, parking limits, packing, and shuttle needs upfront to keep your pricing accurate.
Verify Your Mover in California: Interstate vs In-State
- Interstate moves (crossing state lines): The mover should be registered and have a U.S. DOT number. Verify status and complaint info using FMCSA’s mover search.
- Moves within California (intrastate): Household goods movers are regulated by the Bureau of Household Goods and Services (BHGS). Use BHGS resources to confirm a mover is authorized.
Red flags: A mover won’t share credentials, paperwork is vague, or pricing changes without a documented reason.
Oakland Moving Insights: Budget Smart with Up-to-Date Info
Last Updated: 10/15/2026
Our pricing insights are powered by a dynamic blend of real-world data. We aggregate information from thousands of quote requests, successfully completed moves, over 3,000 verified mover tariffs, and user activity across our marketplace.
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Recent Reviews
Reviewing: Pyramid Movers
None they did great job Tina
Reviewed on: October 04, 2023
Reviewing: Pyramid Movers
Both were courteous, professional and fast.
Reviewed on: September 06, 2019
Reviewing: Pyramid Movers
So pleased with the excellent moving experience we had with Pyramid Movers. This company provided an extremely polite, and hard working crew, who were on-time, careful, and a delight to interact with. Thank Jamie and Marcello, for all your expertise and great service.
Reviewed on: May 12, 2020
Reviewing: Pyramid Movers
The movers were wonderful and very helpful. My issue is with imoving. There should have been more explanation on how every extra box or bookshelf, etc is an extra cost. I would have rather paid more money and had everything moved!
Reviewed on: February 22, 2022
Reviewing: Pyramid Movers
My first experience with a moving company. Will do it again with this company in a heartbeat. Movers very professional, polite and friendly.
Reviewed on: December 10, 2025
Reviewing: White Red Moving & Storage
Jose and I forgot the other gentlemen name are the best, they carried my stuff with and attention, I greatly appreciate their customer service and friendly demeanor. Thank you guys!
Reviewed on: September 24, 2023
Reviewing: White Red Moving & Storage
White Red moving was amazing. Everything went perfect.
Reviewed on: November 30, 2024
Reviewing: White Red Moving & Storage
Jose and his team were fast and efficient and friendly. They confirmed each item and made sure to take great care in wrapping furniture to protect from damage.
Reviewed on: April 05, 2025
Reviewing: White Red Moving & Storage
Few things damaged
Reviewed on: May 12, 2025
Reviewing: White Red Moving & Storage
Very fast, friendly, communicative. Would recommend
Reviewed on: May 12, 2025
Reviewing: KM North Moving Services
Movers were on time friendly and professional
Reviewed on: February 13, 2024
Reviewing: KM North Moving Services
KM North Moving Services were very efficient with our move. Kevin and his team were very helpful. Thank you imoving.
Reviewed on: March 23, 2024
Reviewing: KM North Moving Services
KM Moving did an excellent job moving us
Reviewed on: May 24, 2024
Reviewing: KM North Moving Services
I would enthusiastically recommend KM North. Kevin was incredibly helpful and flexible. A few delicate items broke in the move but otherwise it all went great and their help packing, loading, transporting, and unloading was amazing.
Reviewed on: June 08, 2023
Reviewing: KM North Moving Services
Great service.
Reviewed on: June 29, 2023
Reviewing: CalState Moving & Storage
Cal State did an AMAZING job with my move. I had an interstate move from the Bay Area to Portland and everything was done very professionally and quickly. All of my items arrived and as far as I can tell not a single thing has been damaged. Miguel picked up all of my items in the Bay and packed them all very professionally and quickly. I paid for a shortened delivery window and I received my items way faster than I expected even with the additional cost. Juan delivered all of my items carefully and professionally and made sure all of my insured items were functional before leaving. I would absolutely use them again and would recommend them to my friends and family without a second thought. 5 stars!
Reviewed on: December 03, 2020
Reviewing: CalState Moving & Storage
Ed was very communicative and let me know when the items were picked up and when he would be dropping off
Reviewed on: April 28, 2022
Reviewing: D&J Professional Movers
Everyone was very nice and they took the time to make sure everything was safely packed for transit.
Reviewed on: May 13, 2022
Oakland Moving Services Are a Click Away
Every move is different. Whether it’s a home, office, or just a few items of heavy furniture, iMoving provides a whole menu of must-have services for moving in and out of Oakland:
Long Distance Moving
When you shop for long distance moving companies in Oakland, you've got two options. One, you can visit every single website, fill out every single contact form, and collect every single quote from every mover on your radar. Or, you can just use iMoving.
At iMoving, we made it easier than ever to shop for movers in Oakland and beyond. All you have to do is enter your move info once, and we'll pull quotes from companies that can match your needs (and provide awesome service while they're at it). No house calls or phone calls required.
Local Moving
You're only moving local, but that doesn't mean you should pick the first guys that show up on Google. You deserve a curated list of the best of the best, and if you want to find the best local mover in Oakland, iMoving can help.
We hold our local movers up to the same strict standards as our cross country moving teams. That means we check their safety records and customer feedback, and that means we even go undercover and pretend we're customers to make sure we're getting the same square deal as everyone else.
Packing Services
Packing is a time-consuming and difficult job, even if you've done it a million times before. You deserve a VIP treatment, especially if that VIP treatment won't break the bank in the first place. That's why iMoving offers professional packing in Oakland.
When you book packing services with us, we'll send a team with all the high-quality supplies you need to wrap, pack, and load up all of your belongings. And what's more, they'll know how to keep it safe and secure from start to finish. Packing is tough, so use iMoving and let the pros handle it.
Storage Services
If you need some extra flexibility before, during, and after your move, storage is the way to go. That's why iMoving offers can connect you with the best storage providers in Oakland, and that's why we made it super easy to book a unit of any size.
When it comes to storage, it's about more than just a few more square feet. It's about giving yourself more time to get moved in, and making sure all your extra belongings are looked after until the time's right to unbox everything else. Treat yourself to a little extra wiggle room, and choose storage you can trust.
If you're running a business, you know that downtime is wasted time. You've got to focus on your day-to-day, and a big move is going to throw a major wrench into your plans. That's why iMoving makes it easy to find the best commercial moving companies in Oakland. They'll keep the wheels turning, so you can focus on what matters most.
Our commercial movers are specialized teams that can adapt to handle any kind of company. Whether it's fragile IT gear or a warehouse full of inventory, iMoving can make sure it gets relocated on-time and with minimal fuss.
We also have movers in:
- Escondido
- Pomona
- Beverly Hills
- Roseville
- Modesto
- La Mirada
- Glendale
- Ontario
- Fairfield
- Redding
- Stockton
- Commerce
- Fontana
- Murrieta
- Sunnyvale
- Piru
- Rancho Cucamonga
- Clovis
- Fresno
- Santa Ana
- Palmdale
- Bonita
- Vernon
- Simi Valley
- Riverside
- El Monte
- Elk Grove
- Santa Clarita
- Corona
- Ferndale
- Chula Vista
- Anaheim
- Bakersfield
- Huntington Beach
- Garden Grove
- Pasadena
- Concord
- San Bernardino
- Oceanside
- Vallejo
- Rancho Cordova
- San Mateo
- Salinas
- Lancaster
- Fremont
- Oxnard
- Antioch
- Berkeley
- Carlsbad
- Richmond
- Santa Rosa
- Los Angeles
- San Jose
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- Sacramento
- Agoura Hills
- Calabasas
- Camarillo
- Chatsworth
- Costa Mesa
- Daly City
- El Cajon
- Hayward
- Irvine
- Long Beach
- Martinez
- Moreno Valley
- Mountain View
- Newark
- Temecula
- Redwood City
- San Leandro
- Santa Clara
- South San Francisco
- Texarkana
- Thousand Oaks
- Valencia
- Chico
- Visalia
- Torrance
- Fullerton
- Victorville
FAQ
Costs depend most on move size, stairs/elevator, long carries, truck access, and your move date. The fastest way to price it accurately is to list your inventory and access details, then compare instant quotes from licensed movers side-by-side.
Sometimes. If you need to block curb space, sidewalk, or a lane, Oakland may require an Obstruction Permit, and posted No Parking signs are required 72 hours ahead for many setups.
Most changes happen when scope changes: added items, packing needs, stairs/elevator requirements, long carry distance, parking restrictions, or a shuttle requirement. Add these details before requesting quotes to keep pricing accurate.
For interstate moves, confirm the mover has a U.S. DOT number and is registered via FMCSA’s mover search. For moves within California, use BHGS resources to verify a mover is authorized.
Confirm truck access, reserve elevators if needed, plan parking/permit steps early, and list bulky items and packing needs up front. These are the most common triggers for time increases and price changes.
