Moving costs in Miami, FL
Movers in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro earn a median $18.55/h (BLS OEWS 2025), 4.1% below the national median of $19.35. That ranks 41 of 50 metros we cover, so expect billed rates around $48–$63 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 Miami
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 | $1,520–$2,580 | $2,770–$4,830 | $190–$450 |
| 4+ bedroom | 4 movers, 9–12 h | $1,900–$3,340 | $3,650–$6,490 | $210–$510 |
Metro facts that move the price
- Population (Census, July 2024): 6,457,988
- Net domestic migration 2024: -101,303 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 Miami
- Tampa, FL · 247 mi
- Orlando, FL · 246 mi
- Jacksonville, FL · 394 mi
- Atlanta, GA · 728 mi
- New York, NY · 1,311 mi
- Washington, DC · 1,112 mi
- Chicago, IL · 1,430 mi
- Dallas, TX · 1,332 mi
- Houston, TX · 1,161 mi
- Charlotte, NC · 786 mi
- Boston, MA · 1,510 mi
- Phoenix, AZ · 2,375 mi
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FAQ
How much do movers cost per hour in Miami?
Based on the BLS 2025 median wage for movers in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro ($18.55/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 Miami?
About $870–$1,610 for a 3-person crew on a ~12-mile move in October, before packing and tips.