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Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Typical costs at a glance
National mover median wage $19.35/h (BLS OEWS 2025); diesel $6.29/gal (EIA, week of 2026-11-02). October move, full service, no packing:
| Home size | Local (~12 mi) | 500 mi | 1,000 mi | 2,500 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $440–$780 | $900–$1,450 | $1,300–$2,060 | $2,490–$3,900 |
| 1-bedroom | $540–$1,050 | $1,300–$2,090 | $1,890–$3,010 | $3,690–$5,760 |
| 2-bedroom | $910–$1,670 | $2,240–$3,630 | $3,240–$5,160 | $6,230–$9,750 |
| 3-bedroom | $1,580–$2,690 | $3,790–$6,160 | $5,380–$8,610 | $10,160–$15,950 |
| 4+ bedroom | $1,980–$3,480 | $5,080–$8,250 | $7,280–$11,620 | $13,850–$21,710 |
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