Moving costs in Tampa, FL
Movers in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro earn a median $18.06/h (BLS OEWS 2025), 6.7% below the national median of $19.35. That ranks 46 of 50 metros we cover, so expect billed rates around $47–$61 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 Tampa
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 | $410–$750 | $660–$1,200 | $150–$330 |
| 1-bedroom | 2 movers, 4–6 h | $510–$990 | $1,010–$1,890 | $160–$360 |
| 2-bedroom | 3 movers, 5–7 h | $850–$1,570 | $1,600–$2,920 | $170–$390 |
| 3-bedroom | 4 movers, 7–9 h | $1,480–$2,520 | $2,730–$4,770 | $190–$450 |
| 4+ bedroom | 4 movers, 9–12 h | $1,850–$3,260 | $3,600–$6,410 | $210–$510 |
Metro facts that move the price
- Population (Census, July 2024): 3,424,560
- Net domestic migration 2024: +10,544 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 Tampa
- Miami, FL · 247 mi
- Orlando, FL · 93 mi
- Jacksonville, FL · 206 mi
- Atlanta, GA · 500 mi
- New York, NY · 1,205 mi
- Washington, DC · 982 mi
Moving to Tampa
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- from Boston, MA
- from Washington, DC
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FAQ
How much do movers cost per hour in Tampa?
Based on the BLS 2025 median wage for movers in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro ($18.06/h), billed rates work out to about $47–$61 per mover per hour, including the company's overhead and the truck.
How much is a local 2-bedroom move in Tampa?
About $850–$1,570 for a 3-person crew on a ~12-mile move in October, before packing and tips.