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Cost to move from Atlanta, GA to Birmingham, AL
About 168 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,540–$2,550 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $620–$1,020 | $870–$1,470 | $740–$1,170 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $880–$1,450 | $1,380–$2,350 | $750–$1,200 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,540–$2,550 | $2,290–$3,900 | $760–$1,230 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,660–$4,410 | $3,910–$6,660 | $780–$1,290 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,540–$5,860 | $5,290–$9,010 | $800–$1,350 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 168 mi) | $790 | $1,260 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $40 | $50 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.76/h in Atlanta vs. $18.03/h in Birmingham (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 19,270 people moved from Georgia to Alabama in one year, and 17,506 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,440–$2,370 |
| April | $1,540–$2,550 |
| July | $1,780–$2,930 |
| October | $1,540–$2,550 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Atlanta to Birmingham?
A 2-bedroom move of about 168 road miles costs roughly $1,540–$2,550 with full-service movers in October, or $760–$1,230 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Atlanta to Birmingham?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.