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Moving costs in Sacramento, CA
Movers in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro earn a median $22.08/h (BLS OEWS 2025), 14.1% above the national median of $19.35. That ranks 9 of 50 metros we cover, so expect billed rates around $57–$75 per mover per hour. Diesel in the California region costs $8.08/gal (EIA, 2026-11-02).
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Local move estimates in Sacramento
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 | $480–$870 | $730–$1,320 | $150–$330 |
| 1-bedroom | 2 movers, 4–6 h | $600–$1,170 | $1,100–$2,070 | $160–$360 |
| 2-bedroom | 3 movers, 5–7 h | $1,020–$1,880 | $1,770–$3,230 | $170–$390 |
| 3-bedroom | 4 movers, 7–9 h | $1,790–$3,040 | $3,040–$5,290 | $190–$450 |
| 4+ bedroom | 4 movers, 9–12 h | $2,250–$3,940 | $4,000–$7,090 | $210–$510 |
Metro facts that move the price
- Population (Census, July 2024): 2,463,127
- Net domestic migration 2024: +577 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 Sacramento
- Los Angeles, CA · 434 mi
- San Francisco, CA · 90 mi
- Riverside, CA · 470 mi
- San Diego, CA · 567 mi
- San Jose, CA · 106 mi
- Phoenix, AZ · 761 mi
Moving to Sacramento
- from Los Angeles, CA
- from San Francisco, CA
- from Riverside, CA
- from San Diego, CA
- from San Jose, CA
- from Washington, DC
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FAQ
How much do movers cost per hour in Sacramento?
Based on the BLS 2025 median wage for movers in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro ($22.08/h), billed rates work out to about $57–$75 per mover per hour, including the company's overhead and the truck.
How much is a local 2-bedroom move in Sacramento?
About $1,020–$1,880 for a 3-person crew on a ~12-mile move in October, before packing and tips.