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Cost of a local 3-bedroom move in Columbus, OH

Expect $1,610–$2,740 for full-service movers (4 movers, about 7–9 hours, ~8,000 lb of belongings), or $190–$450 if you rent a 26 ft truck and do it yourself. Adding professional packing brings it to $2,860–$4,990.

Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →

Where the money goes

ItemLowHighBasis
4 movers x 7.3-9.4 h$1,510$2,540BLS wage x billing multiplier
Truck and travel fee$100$200

By distance across Columbus

DistanceFull serviceDIY truck
5 mi$1,570–$2,670$180–$430
15 mi$1,630–$2,770$200–$450
30 mi$1,720–$2,920$220–$480
60 mi$1,900–$3,230$260–$540

By month

MonthFull service
January$1,500–$2,550
April$1,610–$2,740
June$1,810–$3,070
July$1,850–$3,160
October$1,610–$2,740
December$1,530–$2,610

Compared with metros where movers earn similar wages (Jacksonville, Kansas City, St. Louis, Pittsburgh), Columbus is slightly pricier for the same job.

Other home sizes in Columbus

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