Moving costs in San Jose, CA
Movers in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro earn a median $22.63/h (BLS OEWS 2025), 17.0% above the national median of $19.35. That ranks 4 of 50 metros we cover, so expect billed rates around $59–$77 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 San Jose
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 | $490–$880 | $740–$1,330 | $150–$330 |
| 1-bedroom | 2 movers, 4–6 h | $610–$1,190 | $1,110–$2,090 | $160–$360 |
| 2-bedroom | 3 movers, 5–7 h | $1,040–$1,920 | $1,790–$3,270 | $170–$390 |
| 3-bedroom | 4 movers, 7–9 h | $1,830–$3,110 | $3,080–$5,360 | $190–$450 |
| 4+ bedroom | 4 movers, 9–12 h | $2,300–$4,030 | $4,050–$7,180 | $210–$510 |
Metro facts that move the price
- Population (Census, July 2024): 1,995,484
- Net domestic migration 2024: -21,745 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 San Jose
- Los Angeles, CA · 367 mi
- Riverside, CA · 412 mi
- San Diego, CA · 500 mi
- Sacramento, CA · 106 mi
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FAQ
How much do movers cost per hour in San Jose?
Based on the BLS 2025 median wage for movers in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro ($22.63/h), billed rates work out to about $59–$77 per mover per hour, including the company's overhead and the truck.
How much is a local 2-bedroom move in San Jose?
About $1,040–$1,920 for a 3-person crew on a ~12-mile move in October, before packing and tips.