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Estimated cost range for a local or long-distance move, by home size.

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Last reviewed 2026-08-30

About the Moving Cost Calculator

Estimates a cost range for a professional full-service move (2-person crew + truck), based on home size and whether the move is local or long-distance, using industry-average pricing guides.

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How to use it
  1. Select your home size.
  2. Select Local or Long-distance move.
  3. For a long-distance move, enter the one-way distance in miles.
  4. Read the estimated cost range and mid-point figure.
Formula
Local moves are priced as a flat range by home size (2-person crew + truck, hourly-rate-based). Long-distance moves are priced by home size Γ— a distance band, since real long-distance quotes are driven by shipment weight and distance together, not a flat per-mile rate.
Worked example

A local move of a 2-bedroom home: estimated range $1,050-$1,575, mid-point $1,312.50.

Estimated cost range by home size (local move)
Estimated cost range by home size (local move)
Home sizeLowHigh
Studio / 1 bedroom$350$730
2 bedroom$1,050$1,575
3 bedroom$1,470$2,625
4+ bedroom$2,100$3,675
Interpreting your result

These are industry-average ranges for a standard full-service move, not a quote. Actual cost varies by season, the specific moving company, real weight of belongings, and access difficulty. Packing services, specialty items, storage-in-transit, and tips aren't included.

Recommendations
  • β€’ Booking mid-month and mid-week, outside the May-September peak season, helps land toward the low end of the range.
  • β€’ Get an actual in-home or virtual survey estimate from 2-3 movers before booking.
  • β€’ Ask specifically whether stairs, long carries, or an elevator reservation apply at either address.
Frequently asked questions
Real long-distance moving quotes are driven by shipment weight and distance together, not a clean per-mile rate.
Sources
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Disclaimer

Illustrative estimate only, not financial or tax advice. Verify figures with a licensed adviser or your local tax authority.