Moving costs in Houston, TX
Movers in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro earn a median $18.27/h (BLS OEWS 2025), 5.6% below the national median of $19.35. That ranks 45 of 50 metros we cover, so expect billed rates around $48–$62 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 Houston
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–$750 | $670–$1,200 | $150–$330 |
| 1-bedroom | 2 movers, 4–6 h | $510–$1,000 | $1,010–$1,900 | $160–$360 |
| 2-bedroom | 3 movers, 5–7 h | $860–$1,590 | $1,610–$2,940 | $170–$390 |
| 3-bedroom | 4 movers, 7–9 h | $1,500–$2,550 | $2,750–$4,800 | $190–$450 |
| 4+ bedroom | 4 movers, 9–12 h | $1,880–$3,290 | $3,630–$6,440 | $210–$510 |
Metro facts that move the price
- Population (Census, July 2024): 7,796,182
- Net domestic migration 2024: +21,408 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 Houston
- Dallas, TX · 270 mi
- San Antonio, TX · 227 mi
- Austin, TX · 175 mi
- Washington, DC · 1,462 mi
- New York, NY · 1,701 mi
- Denver, CO · 1,054 mi
- Los Angeles, CA · 1,645 mi
- Atlanta, GA · 841 mi
- Phoenix, AZ · 1,217 mi
- Oklahoma City, OK · 496 mi
- Chicago, IL · 1,130 mi
- Miami, FL · 1,161 mi
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FAQ
How much do movers cost per hour in Houston?
Based on the BLS 2025 median wage for movers in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro ($18.27/h), billed rates work out to about $48–$62 per mover per hour, including the company's overhead and the truck.
How much is a local 2-bedroom move in Houston?
About $860–$1,590 for a 3-person crew on a ~12-mile move in October, before packing and tips.