Moving costs in Dallas, TX
Movers in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro earn a median $18.52/h (BLS OEWS 2025), 4.3% below the national median of $19.35. That ranks 43 of 50 metros we cover, so expect billed rates around $48–$63 per mover per hour. Diesel in the Gulf Coast region costs $5.91/gal (EIA, 2026-11-02).
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Local move estimates in Dallas
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 | $420–$760 | $670–$1,210 | $150–$330 |
| 1-bedroom | 2 movers, 4–6 h | $520–$1,010 | $1,020–$1,910 | $160–$360 |
| 2-bedroom | 3 movers, 5–7 h | $870–$1,610 | $1,620–$2,960 | $170–$390 |
| 3-bedroom | 4 movers, 7–9 h | $1,510–$2,580 | $2,760–$4,830 | $190–$450 |
| 4+ bedroom | 4 movers, 9–12 h | $1,900–$3,330 | $3,650–$6,480 | $210–$510 |
Metro facts that move the price
- Population (Census, July 2024): 8,344,032
- Net domestic migration 2024: +24,550 people moved in on net, so trucks leaving tend to be easier to book than trucks arriving
- Peak season (June–August) adds about 12–15% vs. October; winter is ~5–7% cheaper.
Long-distance moves from Dallas
- Houston, TX · 270 mi
- San Antonio, TX · 303 mi
- Austin, TX · 219 mi
- Washington, DC · 1,418 mi
- New York, NY · 1,645 mi
- Denver, CO · 795 mi
- Los Angeles, CA · 1,485 mi
- Atlanta, GA · 864 mi
- Phoenix, AZ · 1,061 mi
- Oklahoma City, OK · 229 mi
- Chicago, IL · 966 mi
- Miami, FL · 1,332 mi
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FAQ
How much do movers cost per hour in Dallas?
Based on the BLS 2025 median wage for movers in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro ($18.52/h), billed rates work out to about $48–$63 per mover per hour, including the company's overhead and the truck.
How much is a local 2-bedroom move in Dallas?
About $870–$1,610 for a 3-person crew on a ~12-mile move in October, before packing and tips.