Moving from Oxnard, CA to Tacoma, WA
About 1,069 miles across a state line, from California into Washington, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Oxnard, CA to Tacoma, WA covers about 1,069 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $4,811 – $6,414 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 176 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 1,069 miles between California and Washington, this sits in the range where carriers differ most. Some run it dedicated with a firm date; others consolidate it with other shipments and quote a window of 3 to 7 days. The price gap between those two is real — a two-bedroom home runs $4,811 – $6,414 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- 3 days on the road (about 19 hours of driving)
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Oxnard to Tacoma
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,608 – $4,811 | $2,598 – $3,464 | $1,732 – $2,309 |
| 1 bedroom | $4,329 – $5,773 | $3,117 – $4,156 | $2,078 – $2,771 |
| 2 bedrooms | $4,811 – $6,414 | $3,464 – $4,618 | $2,309 – $3,079 |
| 3 bedrooms | $5,532 – $7,376 | $3,983 – $5,311 | $2,655 – $3,541 |
| 4 bedrooms | $6,254 – $8,338 | $4,503 – $6,004 | $3,002 – $4,002 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $7,216 – $9,621 | $5,195 – $6,927 | $3,464 – $4,618 |
Transport only, for an estimated 1,069 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Oxnard to Tacoma
1,069 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $5,345. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $4,811 to $6,414, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Oxnard to Tacoma
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 176 people a year (±149) moved from Ventura County, CA, home to Oxnard, to Pierce County, WA, home to Tacoma. Going the other way: about 58 people a year (±45). Movers from Ventura County make up 0.3% of the 66,251 people a year who moved into Pierce County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 43,938 people a year (±5,464) moving from California to Washington and about 26,956 people a year (±4,931) from Washington to California — a net gain for Washington of about 16,982 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles County, CA | 6,625 ±810 |
| Santa Barbara County, CA | 1,670 ±622 |
| Clark County, NV | 1,060 ±402 |
| San Bernardino County, CA | 964 ±476 |
| Maricopa County, AZ | 948 ±279 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| King County, WA | 21,425 ±1,746 |
| Kitsap County, WA | 3,431 ±792 |
| Thurston County, WA | 2,445 ±553 |
| Snohomish County, WA | 1,887 ±733 |
| Honolulu County, HI | 1,137 ±524 |
Licensed movers at each end
6 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Oxnard (26 counting those licensed only inside California). 3 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 16.7% of their 12 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twentyfour7 MsiUSDOT 1821147 | Carpinteria · 24 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| Freedom Moving CompanyUSDOT 3607487 | Simi Valey · 25 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| Pleasant RelocationUSDOT 2526974 | Agoura · 26 mi | 2 trucks | 6 | 0.0% of 4 |
| Attention to Detail Moving IncUSDOT 2631957 | Camarillo · 12 mi | 1 truck | 6 | 33.3% of 6 |
| Let's Get Moving Thousand OaksUSDOT 4408072 | Simi Valley · 25 mi | 1 truck | 0 | — |
| Rd Moving LLCUSDOT 3622990 | Piru · 30 mi | 1 truck | 2 | 0.0% of 2 |
How these figures are calculated
At the Tacoma end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Tacoma: American Relocation Services Aff Aes Transportation (Fife, 86 trucks), CMS Relocation & Logistics (Kent, 59 trucks), Hansen Bros Moving & Storage (Bellevue, 46 trucks), Graebel Moving Services (Kent, 39 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from California into Washington, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Oxnard to Tacoma
Ask: dedicated or consolidated?
This is the distance where carriers split. A dedicated truck costs more and delivers on a date; a consolidated load costs less and delivers in a window. Decide which you are buying before you compare prices.
Get it binding or not-to-exceed
A non-binding estimate is a guess with no ceiling. On 1,069 miles the gap between a guess and a weighed load is measured in four figures.
Arriving in Tacoma
A local move inside Tacoma later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $535 – $873 for a two-bedroom home and $903 – $1,614 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Tacoma are Seattle (about 29 mi), Olympia (about 30 mi), Vancouver (about 131 mi).
Other routes from Oxnard
All routes from Oxnard, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Oxnard to Los Angeles, CA | ~65 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Oxnard to Bakersfield, CA | ~94 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Oxnard to Anaheim, CA | ~101 mi | $455 – $606 |
| Oxnard to Fontana, CA | ~117 mi | $527 – $702 |
| Oxnard to Moreno Valley, CA | ~135 mi | $608 – $810 |
| Oxnard to San Diego, CA | ~182 mi | $819 – $1,092 |
| Oxnard to San Jose, CA | ~308 mi | $1,386 – $1,848 |
| Oxnard to Las Vegas, NV | ~311 mi | $1,400 – $1,866 |
Also moving to Tacoma: from Seattle, WA, from Olympia, WA, from Vancouver, WA, from Portland, OR.
Oxnard to Tacoma moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Oxnard to Tacoma?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 1,069 miles cost about $3,608 – $4,811 for a studio, $4,811 – $6,414 for a two-bedroom home and $5,532 – $7,376 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Oxnard to Tacoma take?
The drive is 3 days on the road (about 19 hours of driving), but the move usually takes 3 to 7 days because it moves on either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load, depending on the carrier and the season. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 4 to 6 weeks, 6 to 8 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Oxnard to Tacoma?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $2,309 – $3,079 for a two-bedroom home, against $4,811 – $6,414 with full-service movers; a moving container is $3,464 – $4,618.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Oxnard to Tacoma?
Yes. Oxnard is in California and Tacoma is in Washington, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 6 listed movers within 30 miles of Oxnard hold it.
How many people move from Oxnard to Tacoma each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 176 people a year (margin of error ±149) moved from Ventura County, which contains Oxnard, to Pierce County, which contains Tacoma.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.