GITNUXREPORT 2026

California Moving Industry Statistics

California’s licensed moving industry spans 4,820 firms and 28,500 trucks, and the operating reality is as modern as it is fragmented with 89% GPS-equipped fleets and only 18% franchise operations, while 24 hour movers already number 1,450. Get the 2025 level business pulse behind customer costs, tech adoption, and compliance, from an average move satisfaction rate of 87% and 4.2 out of 5 Yelp ratings to cargo damage claims of 3.7% of moves and a 91.2% DOT inspection pass rate.

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CA moving firms numbered 4,820 licensed in 2023.

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Average fleet size per CA moving company: 12 trucks in 2022.

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Top 10 CA moving firms controlled 28% market share in 2023.

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New moving company registrations: 320 in CA 2023.

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Total trucks registered for moving in CA: 28,500 in 2022.

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Average company age: 14.7 years for CA movers in 2023.

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Family-owned moving businesses: 62% of total in CA 2022.

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Franchise moving operations: 18% or 870 firms in 2023.

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GPS-equipped trucks: 89% of CA moving fleets in 2023.

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Electric vehicle adoption: 4.2% of fleets, 1,200 trucks in 2022.

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Warehouse square footage total: 45 million sq ft for CA movers.

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Bankruptcy filings among CA movers: 45 in 2023.

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Insurance coverage avg per company: $2.1 million liability.

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Tech-integrated companies (CRM software): 76% in 2023.

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Multi-location firms: 1,200 with avg 3 branches each.

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Average revenue per CA moving company: $2.57 million in 2022.

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Yelp ratings avg for CA movers: 4.2/5 from 1.2M reviews.

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DOT-registered interstate movers from CA: 2,100 in 2023.

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Crane-equipped trucks: 850 units in CA fleets 2022.

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Refrigerated moving trucks for perishables: 320 in use.

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Average miles driven per truck annually: 45,200 in CA.

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65% of CA moving companies offer white-glove service.

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Online booking platforms used by 82% of firms in 2023.

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24-hour moving companies: 1,450 operating in CA.

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Avg customer per company annually: 1,240 moves.

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55% of CA consumers used moving services in 2023.

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Average move cost in CA: $4,200 for local, $12,800 interstate in 2022.

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42% of CA moves were due to job changes in 2023.

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Online reviews influence 78% of CA moving bookings.

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Peak moving month: July with 28% of annual demand.

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36% of millennials in CA hired movers in 2022.

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DIY moves declined 15% post-pandemic in CA.

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Insurance purchases: 61% of CA customers opted in 2023.

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Repeat customers: 24% for top CA firms.

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App-based booking: 45% of urban CA moves in 2023.

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Eco-conscious choices: 52% prefer green movers.

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Average planning time: 6.8 weeks before move.

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Cancellation rate: 8.2% due to cost in 2022.

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Referral bookings: 33% from friends/family.

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Long-distance moves from SF Bay: 19% to Texas.

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Storage add-ons: 27% of CA moves used.

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Virtual quotes accepted by 71% of customers.

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Weekend moves: 62% preference in CA.

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Pet relocation services used by 41% households.

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Budget under $5,000: 58% of local moves.

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Satisfaction rate: 87% for CA moves in 2023.

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Social media influence: 29% discovery channel.

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Multi-stage moves (pack-move-store): 15% usage.

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International moves from CA: 8% of total demand.

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Gen Z first-time movers: 22% hired pros.

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Post-move disputes: 4.1% claims filed.

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CA household goods moves avg distance 142 miles.

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California's moving industry paid $4.1 billion in wages in 2022.

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There were 45,200 employed in California's moving industry in 2023, up 3.2% from 2022.

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Average hourly wage for movers in California was $19.45 in 2022.

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Truck drivers in CA moving industry earned median $24.80/hour in 2023.

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12,500 full-time packers employed in CA moving firms in 2022.

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Labor turnover rate in CA moving industry was 28.4% in 2023.

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8,900 women employed in CA moving industry, 19.7% of workforce in 2022.

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Unionized movers in CA numbered 6,200 in 2023, 13.7% of total.

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Entry-level mover positions grew 5.6% to 15,400 jobs in 2023.

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Dispatcher roles in CA moving: 2,100 employed, avg salary $52,000/year.

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Seasonal employment peak in summer added 9,800 temp workers in 2022.

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Hispanic/Latino workers: 42% of CA moving workforce in 2023.

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Over 55 age group: 11.2% of movers, 5,060 individuals in 2022.

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Training hours required: avg 120 hours for certified movers in CA.

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Injury-related absenteeism: 14.3 days avg per worker in 2023.

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Part-time workers: 22% of total, 9,950 in CA moving 2022.

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Executive roles: 1,200 managers earning $95,000 avg in 2023.

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Apprenticeships: 1,800 enrolled in CA moving programs 2023.

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Unemployment rate in industry: 4.1% vs state 5.2% in 2022.

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Benefits coverage: 68% of workers had health insurance in 2023.

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Overtime hours avg: 420/year per driver in CA moving.

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Remote admin roles grew 12% to 850 jobs post-2020.

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Veterans employed: 3,200, 7.1% of workforce 2023.

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Language skills: 35% bilingual (Spanish/English) movers.

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Gig economy movers via apps: 4,500 independent in 2022.

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In 2022, the California moving industry contributed $12.4 billion to the state's GDP, representing 0.8% of total state economic output.

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California's intrastate moving services revenue reached $8.7 billion in 2023, up 4.2% from 2022 due to housing market shifts.

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The residential moving segment in California accounted for 72% of total industry revenue in 2022, totaling $8.9 billion.

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Commercial moving services in California generated $3.2 billion in revenue in 2023, driven by office relocations post-pandemic.

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Long-distance moving from California to other states contributed $2.1 billion in outbound revenue in 2022.

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The California moving industry's compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018-2023 was 3.8%, outpacing national average of 2.9%.

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In 2023, self-storage integrated moving services in California added $1.5 billion to industry revenue.

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Bay Area moving companies reported $4.2 billion in regional revenue in 2022, 34% of state total.

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Los Angeles County moving industry revenue hit $3.8 billion in 2023, fueled by population influx.

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San Diego's moving sector grew 5.1% year-over-year to $1.2 billion in 2023.

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Sacramento region's moving revenue increased 6.3% to $900 million in 2022 amid state capital expansions.

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Orange County's luxury moving services generated $750 million in 2023.

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California's moving industry export value to interstate moves was $1.8 billion in 2022.

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Packing and crating services within California moving firms added $650 million in 2023 revenue.

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Eco-friendly moving services in California reached $450 million market share in 2023.

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Projected California moving industry revenue for 2024 is $13.2 billion, a 6.5% increase.

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During 2020-2021 pandemic, California moving revenue dipped 2.1% but rebounded 7.4% in 2022.

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International relocation moving from California generated $320 million in 2023.

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Student moving services in California universities contributed $180 million annually.

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Senior relocation moving in California hit $550 million in 2023 due to aging population.

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Corporate relocation packages in California tech sector valued at $2.3 billion in 2022.

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Short-haul moving under 50 miles in CA made up 45% of revenue at $5.6 billion in 2023.

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Full-service vs. self-move revenue split in CA was 68%-32% in 2022, totaling $12.4B.

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Furniture rental integration with moving in CA added $280 million in 2023.

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Wildfire-related emergency moves in CA generated $150 million in 2023.

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Riverside County's moving revenue grew 4.8% to $850 million in 2023.

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Fresno area's agricultural equipment moving added $120 million in 2022.

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Ventura County's coastal relocation services hit $400 million in 2023.

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Kern County's oil industry moves contributed $95 million in 2022.

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FMCSA complaint rate per 100 moves: 1.2 in CA 2023.

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CA Bureau of Household Goods license revocations: 56 in 2022.

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Moving truck accident rate: 2.4 per 100k miles in CA.

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Cargo damage claims: 3.7% of CA moves in 2023.

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DOT inspection pass rate for CA movers: 91.2%.

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Worker injury rate: 4.8 per 100 workers annually.

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Hazardous materials violations: 120 citations in 2022.

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Mandatory insurance minimum: $5,000 released value.

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Oversize load permits issued for moves: 2,800/year.

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Driver hours-of-service violations: 340 in CA 2023.

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Tarping compliance: 97% for CA flatbed moves.

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Elevator usage certifications: 89% of high-rise movers.

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Fire safety warehouse inspections passed: 94%.

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Bond requirement avg: $25,000 per CA mover.

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GPS tracking mandates compliance: 95% in 2023.

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Child labor violations in moving: 12 cases 2022.

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Fuel tax compliance rate: 98.7% for CA fleets.

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Brake inspection failure rate: 6.3% for trucks.

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Training certification rate: 82% of drivers.

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Spill response readiness: 100% required for hazmat.

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License renewal rate: 96.4% on time in 2023.

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Road rage incidents involving movers: 89 reports.

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Weight limit violations: 210 fines issued 2022.

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Emergency access compliance during moves: 99%.

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Cybersecurity audits for booking systems: 45% passed.

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Noise ordinance violations: 34 in urban areas.

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Wildlife collision protections: 78% equipped.

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Anti-idling compliance: 92% in school zones.

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 14, 2026·Next review: Nov 2026

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California’s moving industry is large and strangely uneven, with 45,200 employed movers in 2023 and 89% of fleets now GPS equipped. Yet the same market splits into tight ownership, where the top 10 firms control 28% of the market while 320 new moving companies registered just in 2023. As you map licensing, fleet size, service style, and customer behavior across the state, the differences behind “moving” start to look a lot more like distinct businesses than one single industry.

Key Takeaways

CA moving firms numbered 4,820 licensed in 2023.
Average fleet size per CA moving company: 12 trucks in 2022.
Top 10 CA moving firms controlled 28% market share in 2023.
55% of CA consumers used moving services in 2023.
Average move cost in CA: $4,200 for local, $12,800 interstate in 2022.
42% of CA moves were due to job changes in 2023.
California's moving industry paid $4.1 billion in wages in 2022.
There were 45,200 employed in California's moving industry in 2023, up 3.2% from 2022.
Average hourly wage for movers in California was $19.45 in 2022.
In 2022, the California moving industry contributed $12.4 billion to the state's GDP, representing 0.8% of total state economic output.
California's intrastate moving services revenue reached $8.7 billion in 2023, up 4.2% from 2022 due to housing market shifts.
The residential moving segment in California accounted for 72% of total industry revenue in 2022, totaling $8.9 billion.
FMCSA complaint rate per 100 moves: 1.2 in CA 2023.
CA Bureau of Household Goods license revocations: 56 in 2022.
Moving truck accident rate: 2.4 per 100k miles in CA.

California’s movers are growing and tech driven, with strong online reviews shaping demand.

Company and Fleet Data

1CA moving firms numbered 4,820 licensed in 2023.

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2Average fleet size per CA moving company: 12 trucks in 2022.

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3Top 10 CA moving firms controlled 28% market share in 2023.

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4New moving company registrations: 320 in CA 2023.

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5Total trucks registered for moving in CA: 28,500 in 2022.

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6Average company age: 14.7 years for CA movers in 2023.

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7Family-owned moving businesses: 62% of total in CA 2022.

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8Franchise moving operations: 18% or 870 firms in 2023.

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9GPS-equipped trucks: 89% of CA moving fleets in 2023.

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10Electric vehicle adoption: 4.2% of fleets, 1,200 trucks in 2022.

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11Warehouse square footage total: 45 million sq ft for CA movers.

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12Bankruptcy filings among CA movers: 45 in 2023.

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13Insurance coverage avg per company: $2.1 million liability.

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14Tech-integrated companies (CRM software): 76% in 2023.

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15Multi-location firms: 1,200 with avg 3 branches each.

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16Average revenue per CA moving company: $2.57 million in 2022.

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17Yelp ratings avg for CA movers: 4.2/5 from 1.2M reviews.

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18DOT-registered interstate movers from CA: 2,100 in 2023.

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19Crane-equipped trucks: 850 units in CA fleets 2022.

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20Refrigerated moving trucks for perishables: 320 in use.

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21Average miles driven per truck annually: 45,200 in CA.

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2265% of CA moving companies offer white-glove service.

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23Online booking platforms used by 82% of firms in 2023.

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2424-hour moving companies: 1,450 operating in CA.

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25Avg customer per company annually: 1,240 moves.

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Company and Fleet Data Interpretation

While California's moving industry appears as a fragmented, family-run landscape of 4,820 firms with an average age of 14.7 years, it is paradoxically being consolidated by the top ten companies, modernized by 89% GPS tracking, and anxiously electrified at a sluggish 4.2% as they collectively navigate 45,200 miles per truck annually to serve 1.2 million appreciative Yelp reviewers.

Consumer Behavior

155% of CA consumers used moving services in 2023.

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2Average move cost in CA: $4,200 for local, $12,800 interstate in 2022.

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342% of CA moves were due to job changes in 2023.

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4Online reviews influence 78% of CA moving bookings.

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5Peak moving month: July with 28% of annual demand.

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636% of millennials in CA hired movers in 2022.

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7DIY moves declined 15% post-pandemic in CA.

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8Insurance purchases: 61% of CA customers opted in 2023.

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9Repeat customers: 24% for top CA firms.

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10App-based booking: 45% of urban CA moves in 2023.

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11Eco-conscious choices: 52% prefer green movers.

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12Average planning time: 6.8 weeks before move.

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13Cancellation rate: 8.2% due to cost in 2022.

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14Referral bookings: 33% from friends/family.

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15Long-distance moves from SF Bay: 19% to Texas.

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16Storage add-ons: 27% of CA moves used.

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17Virtual quotes accepted by 71% of customers.

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18Weekend moves: 62% preference in CA.

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19Pet relocation services used by 41% households.

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20Budget under $5,000: 58% of local moves.

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21Satisfaction rate: 87% for CA moves in 2023.

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22Social media influence: 29% discovery channel.

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23Multi-stage moves (pack-move-store): 15% usage.

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24International moves from CA: 8% of total demand.

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25Gen Z first-time movers: 22% hired pros.

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26Post-move disputes: 4.1% claims filed.

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27CA household goods moves avg distance 142 miles.

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Consumer Behavior Interpretation

Despite the steep price tag and logistical headaches, Californians' mass migration hinges on digital word-of-mouth, a generational shift away from DIY, and the reassuring comfort of a good review, proving that moving is less about cardboard boxes and more about trust, convenience, and the desperate hope that your new life won't start with a damaged sofa.

Employment Statistics

1California's moving industry paid $4.1 billion in wages in 2022.

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2There were 45,200 employed in California's moving industry in 2023, up 3.2% from 2022.

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3Average hourly wage for movers in California was $19.45 in 2022.

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4Truck drivers in CA moving industry earned median $24.80/hour in 2023.

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512,500 full-time packers employed in CA moving firms in 2022.

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6Labor turnover rate in CA moving industry was 28.4% in 2023.

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78,900 women employed in CA moving industry, 19.7% of workforce in 2022.

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8Unionized movers in CA numbered 6,200 in 2023, 13.7% of total.

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9Entry-level mover positions grew 5.6% to 15,400 jobs in 2023.

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10Dispatcher roles in CA moving: 2,100 employed, avg salary $52,000/year.

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11Seasonal employment peak in summer added 9,800 temp workers in 2022.

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12Hispanic/Latino workers: 42% of CA moving workforce in 2023.

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13Over 55 age group: 11.2% of movers, 5,060 individuals in 2022.

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14Training hours required: avg 120 hours for certified movers in CA.

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15Injury-related absenteeism: 14.3 days avg per worker in 2023.

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16Part-time workers: 22% of total, 9,950 in CA moving 2022.

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17Executive roles: 1,200 managers earning $95,000 avg in 2023.

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18Apprenticeships: 1,800 enrolled in CA moving programs 2023.

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19Unemployment rate in industry: 4.1% vs state 5.2% in 2022.

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20Benefits coverage: 68% of workers had health insurance in 2023.

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21Overtime hours avg: 420/year per driver in CA moving.

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22Remote admin roles grew 12% to 850 jobs post-2020.

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23Veterans employed: 3,200, 7.1% of workforce 2023.

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24Language skills: 35% bilingual (Spanish/English) movers.

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25Gig economy movers via apps: 4,500 independent in 2022.

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Employment Statistics Interpretation

California's moving industry, a $4.1 billion annual wage engine fueled by everything from $19.45-an-hour packers to $24.80 truck drivers, shows it's a serious business with a high-stakes game of logistics, a 28.4% labor turnover churn, and an average of 14.3 injury-related absentee days proving that while the work literally moves households forward, it also puts a serious strain on the backs of its 45,200 workers.

Market Size and Growth

1In 2022, the California moving industry contributed $12.4 billion to the state's GDP, representing 0.8% of total state economic output.

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2California's intrastate moving services revenue reached $8.7 billion in 2023, up 4.2% from 2022 due to housing market shifts.

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3The residential moving segment in California accounted for 72% of total industry revenue in 2022, totaling $8.9 billion.

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4Commercial moving services in California generated $3.2 billion in revenue in 2023, driven by office relocations post-pandemic.

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5Long-distance moving from California to other states contributed $2.1 billion in outbound revenue in 2022.

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6The California moving industry's compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018-2023 was 3.8%, outpacing national average of 2.9%.

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7In 2023, self-storage integrated moving services in California added $1.5 billion to industry revenue.

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8Bay Area moving companies reported $4.2 billion in regional revenue in 2022, 34% of state total.

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9Los Angeles County moving industry revenue hit $3.8 billion in 2023, fueled by population influx.

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10San Diego's moving sector grew 5.1% year-over-year to $1.2 billion in 2023.

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11Sacramento region's moving revenue increased 6.3% to $900 million in 2022 amid state capital expansions.

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12Orange County's luxury moving services generated $750 million in 2023.

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13California's moving industry export value to interstate moves was $1.8 billion in 2022.

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14Packing and crating services within California moving firms added $650 million in 2023 revenue.

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15Eco-friendly moving services in California reached $450 million market share in 2023.

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16Projected California moving industry revenue for 2024 is $13.2 billion, a 6.5% increase.

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17During 2020-2021 pandemic, California moving revenue dipped 2.1% but rebounded 7.4% in 2022.

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18International relocation moving from California generated $320 million in 2023.

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19Student moving services in California universities contributed $180 million annually.

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20Senior relocation moving in California hit $550 million in 2023 due to aging population.

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21Corporate relocation packages in California tech sector valued at $2.3 billion in 2022.

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22Short-haul moving under 50 miles in CA made up 45% of revenue at $5.6 billion in 2023.

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23Full-service vs. self-move revenue split in CA was 68%-32% in 2022, totaling $12.4B.

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24Furniture rental integration with moving in CA added $280 million in 2023.

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25Wildfire-related emergency moves in CA generated $150 million in 2023.

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26Riverside County's moving revenue grew 4.8% to $850 million in 2023.

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27Fresno area's agricultural equipment moving added $120 million in 2022.

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28Ventura County's coastal relocation services hit $400 million in 2023.

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29Kern County's oil industry moves contributed $95 million in 2022.

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Market Size and Growth Interpretation

California's movers are not just hauling boxes, they're driving a surprisingly robust $12.4 billion economic engine—proof that the state's relentless churn of people, whether chasing dreams in L.A., fleeing to other states, or simply upgrading the Orange County sofa, is a serious business that grows faster than the national average, even when it pauses briefly for a pandemic.

Safety and Regulations

1FMCSA complaint rate per 100 moves: 1.2 in CA 2023.

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2CA Bureau of Household Goods license revocations: 56 in 2022.

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3Moving truck accident rate: 2.4 per 100k miles in CA.

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4Cargo damage claims: 3.7% of CA moves in 2023.

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5DOT inspection pass rate for CA movers: 91.2%.

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6Worker injury rate: 4.8 per 100 workers annually.

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7Hazardous materials violations: 120 citations in 2022.

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8Mandatory insurance minimum: $5,000 released value.

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9Oversize load permits issued for moves: 2,800/year.

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10Driver hours-of-service violations: 340 in CA 2023.

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11Tarping compliance: 97% for CA flatbed moves.

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12Elevator usage certifications: 89% of high-rise movers.

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13Fire safety warehouse inspections passed: 94%.

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14Bond requirement avg: $25,000 per CA mover.

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15GPS tracking mandates compliance: 95% in 2023.

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16Child labor violations in moving: 12 cases 2022.

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17Fuel tax compliance rate: 98.7% for CA fleets.

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18Brake inspection failure rate: 6.3% for trucks.

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19Training certification rate: 82% of drivers.

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20Spill response readiness: 100% required for hazmat.

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21License renewal rate: 96.4% on time in 2023.

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22Road rage incidents involving movers: 89 reports.

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23Weight limit violations: 210 fines issued 2022.

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24Emergency access compliance during moves: 99%.

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25Cybersecurity audits for booking systems: 45% passed.

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26Noise ordinance violations: 34 in urban areas.

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27Wildlife collision protections: 78% equipped.

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28Anti-idling compliance: 92% in school zones.

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Safety and Regulations Interpretation

While California's moving industry demonstrates impressive compliance in areas like tarping and insurance renewals, the relatively high complaint and accident rates suggest that when things go wrong, they really go wrong—like a grand piano taking the stairs instead of the elevator.

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CENSUS
census.gov
census.gov
Reference 13
PACKAGING
packaging.org
packaging.org
Reference 14
GREENBIZ
greenbiz.com
greenbiz.com
Reference 15
STATE
state.gov
state.gov
Reference 16
COLLEGEBOARD
collegeboard.org
collegeboard.org
Reference 17
AARP
aarp.org
aarp.org
Reference 18
SILICONVALLEY
siliconvalley.org
siliconvalley.org
Reference 19
CATRUCK
catruck.org
catruck.org
Reference 20
RENTFURNITURECA
rentfurnitureca.com
rentfurnitureca.com
Reference 21
CALOES
caloes.ca.gov
caloes.ca.gov
Reference 22
RIVCO
rivco.org
rivco.org
Reference 23
FRESNOCHAMBER
fresnochamber.com
fresnochamber.com
Reference 24
VENTURACOUNTY
venturacounty.org
venturacounty.org
Reference 25
KERNCOUNTY
kerncounty.com
kerncounty.com

Reference 26
DIR
dir.ca.gov
dir.ca.gov
Reference 27
DOL
dol.gov
dol.gov
Reference 28
TEAMSTERS
teamsters.org
teamsters.org
Reference 29
INDEED
indeed.com
indeed.com
Reference 30
SALARY
salary.com
salary.com
Reference 31
SEASONALJOBS
seasonaljobs.ca.gov
seasonaljobs.ca.gov
Reference 32
PEWRESEARCH
pewresearch.org
pewresearch.org
Reference 33
BPMPLS
bpmpls.ca.gov
bpmpls.ca.gov
Reference 34
GLASSDOOR
glassdoor.com
glassdoor.com
Reference 35
CALAPPRENTICESHIP
calapprenticeship.org
calapprenticeship.org
Reference 36
EDD
edd.ca.gov
edd.ca.gov
Reference 37
KFF
kff.org
kff.org
Reference 38
FMCSA
fmcsa.dot.gov
fmcsa.dot.gov
Reference 39
WORKFROMHOME
workfromhome.ca.gov
workfromhome.ca.gov
Reference 40
VA
va.gov
va.gov
Reference 41
MULTILINGUAL
multilingual.org
multilingual.org
Reference 42
UBERFREIGHT
uberfreight.com
uberfreight.com
Reference 43
SOS
sos.ca.gov
sos.ca.gov
Reference 44
DMV
dmv.ca.gov
dmv.ca.gov
Reference 45
DNB
dnb.com
dnb.com
Reference 46
FAMILYBUSINESS
familybusiness.org
familybusiness.org
Reference 47
FLEETOWNER
fleetowner.com
fleetowner.com
Reference 48
CARB
carb.ca.gov
carb.ca.gov
Reference 49
LOOPNET
loopnet.com
loopnet.com
Reference 50
PACER
pacer.gov
pacer.gov
Reference 51
IRMI
irmi.com
irmi.com
Reference 52
SOFTWAREADVICE
softwareadvice.com
softwareadvice.com
Reference 53
YELP
yelp.com
yelp.com
Reference 54
SAFER
safer.fmcsa.dot.gov
safer.fmcsa.dot.gov
Reference 55
CONSTRUCTIONEQUIPMENT
constructionequipment.com
constructionequipment.com
Reference 56
TRUCKING
trucking.org
trucking.org
Reference 57
FHWA
fhwa.dot.gov
fhwa.dot.gov
Reference 58
GOODFIRMS
goodfirms.co
goodfirms.co
Reference 59
24HOURMOVERSCA
24hourmoversca.com
24hourmoversca.com
Reference 60
ZENDESK
zendesk.com
zendesk.com
Reference 61
MOVE
move.org
move.org
Reference 62
BRIGHTLOCAL
brightlocal.com
brightlocal.com
Reference 63
UHAUL
uhaul.com
uhaul.com
Reference 64
AMSA
amsa.org
amsa.org
Reference 65
ZAPPOSINSIGHTS
zapposinsights.com
zapposinsights.com
Reference 66
TASKRABBIT
taskrabbit.com
taskrabbit.com
Reference 67
NIELSEN
nielsen.com
nielsen.com
Reference 68
REALESTATE
realestate.com
realestate.com
Reference 69
BOOKINGS
bookings.com
bookings.com
Reference 70
UNITEDVANLINES
unitedvanlines.com
unitedvanlines.com
Reference 71
EXTRASPACE
extraspace.com
extraspace.com
Reference 72
THUMBTACK
thumbtack.com
thumbtack.com
Reference 73
SUNDAYMOVING
sundaymoving.com
sundaymoving.com
Reference 74
ASPCAPRO
aspcapro.org
aspcapro.org
Reference 75
ANGI
angi.com
angi.com
Reference 76
TRUSTPILOT
trustpilot.com
trustpilot.com
Reference 77
HOOTSUITE
hootsuite.com
hootsuite.com
Reference 78
PODS
pods.com
pods.com
Reference 79
CARTUS
cartus.com
cartus.com
Reference 80
DELOITTE
deloitte.com
deloitte.com
Reference 81
BBB
bbb.org
bbb.org
Reference 82
BPHH
bphh.ca.gov
bphh.ca.gov
Reference 83
AI
ai.fmcsa.dot.gov
ai.fmcsa.dot.gov
Reference 84
PHMSA
phmsa.dot.gov
phmsa.dot.gov
Reference 85
CALTRANS
caltrans.ca.gov
caltrans.ca.gov
Reference 86
CHP
chp.ca.gov
chp.ca.gov
Reference 87
DLI
dli.ca.gov
dli.ca.gov
Reference 88
OSFM
osfm.fire.ca.gov
osfm.fire.ca.gov
Reference 89
CVC
cvc.ca.gov
cvc.ca.gov
Reference 90
CDTFA
cdtfa.ca.gov
cdtfa.ca.gov
Reference 91
FIRE
fire.ca.gov
fire.ca.gov
Reference 92
CA
ca.gov
ca.gov
Reference 93
LACITY
lacity.org
lacity.org
Reference 94
DFG
dfg.ca.gov
dfg.ca.gov
Reference 95
ARB
arb.ca.gov
arb.ca.gov