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Cost of a local 2-bedroom move in Richmond, VA

Expect $910–$1,670 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 $1,660–$3,020.

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$810$1,470BLS wage x billing multiplier
Truck and travel fee$100$200

By distance across Richmond

DistanceFull serviceDIY truck
5 mi$880–$1,620$160–$370
15 mi$920–$1,690$180–$390
30 mi$980–$1,800$200–$420
60 mi$1,110–$2,020$240–$480

By month

MonthFull service
January$840–$1,550
April$910–$1,670
June$1,020–$1,870
July$1,040–$1,920
October$910–$1,670
December$860–$1,590

Compared with metros where movers earn similar wages (Cincinnati, Detroit, Providence, Chicago), Richmond is slightly pricier for the same job.

Other home sizes in Richmond

Studio · 1-bedroom · 3-bedroom · 4+ bedroom

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