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Cost of a local 2-bedroom move in Philadelphia, PA

Expect $970–$1,790 for full-service movers (3 movers, about 5–7 hours, ~5,000 lb of belongings), or $170–$390 if you rent a 20 ft truck and do it yourself. Adding professional packing brings it to $1,720–$3,140.

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

Where the money goes

ItemLowHighBasis
3 movers x 5.3-7.4 h$870$1,590BLS wage x billing multiplier
Truck and travel fee$100$200

By distance across Philadelphia

DistanceFull serviceDIY truck
5 mi$940–$1,730$160–$370
15 mi$980–$1,810$180–$390
30 mi$1,050–$1,930$200–$420
60 mi$1,190–$2,170$240–$480

By month

MonthFull service
January$900–$1,660
April$970–$1,790
June$1,090–$2,000
July$1,120–$2,050
October$970–$1,790
December$920–$1,700

Compared with metros where movers earn similar wages (San Diego, New York, Baltimore, Buffalo), Philadelphia is slightly pricier for the same job.

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