Moving costs in Boston, MA
Movers in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro earn a median $21.92/h (BLS OEWS 2025), 13.3% above the national median of $19.35. That ranks 10 of 50 metros we cover, so expect billed rates around $57–$75 per mover per hour. Diesel in the East Coast region costs $6.03/gal (EIA, 2026-11-02).
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Local move estimates in Boston
October move, about 12 miles between homes, with the truck fee.
| Home size | Crew & time | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 movers, 3–4 h | $480–$860 | $730–$1,310 | $150–$330 |
| 1-bedroom | 2 movers, 4–6 h | $600–$1,160 | $1,100–$2,060 | $160–$360 |
| 2-bedroom | 3 movers, 5–7 h | $1,010–$1,860 | $1,760–$3,210 | $170–$390 |
| 3-bedroom | 4 movers, 7–9 h | $1,770–$3,020 | $3,020–$5,270 | $190–$450 |
| 4+ bedroom | 4 movers, 9–12 h | $2,230–$3,910 | $3,980–$7,060 | $210–$510 |
Metro facts that move the price
- Population (Census, July 2024): 5,025,517
- Net domestic migration 2024: -22,736 people left on net, so outbound demand is higher and outbound slots book up first in summer
- Peak season (June–August) adds about 12–15% vs. October; winter is ~5–7% cheaper.
Long-distance moves from Boston
- Washington, DC · 472 mi
- New York, NY · 228 mi
- Providence, RI · 49 mi
- Miami, FL · 1,510 mi
- Hartford, CT · 111 mi
- Tampa, FL · 1,420 mi
- Los Angeles, CA · 3,109 mi
Moving to Boston
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- from Miami, FL
- from Hartford, CT
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FAQ
How much do movers cost per hour in Boston?
Based on the BLS 2025 median wage for movers in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro ($21.92/h), billed rates work out to about $57–$75 per mover per hour, including the company's overhead and the truck.
How much is a local 2-bedroom move in Boston?
About $1,010–$1,860 for a 3-person crew on a ~12-mile move in October, before packing and tips.