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Cost to move from Atlanta, GA to Houston, TX
About 841 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,880–$4,610 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 | $1,150–$1,840 | $1,400–$2,290 | $1,170–$1,920 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,680–$2,680 | $2,180–$3,580 | $1,180–$1,950 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,880–$4,610 | $3,630–$5,960 | $1,190–$1,980 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $4,800–$7,710 | $6,050–$9,960 | $1,210–$2,040 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $6,480–$10,390 | $8,230–$13,540 | $1,230–$2,100 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 841 mi) | $1,970 | $3,110 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $190 | $250 | 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. $18.27/h in Houston (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 17,398 people moved from Georgia to Texas in one year, and 20,923 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,680–$4,290 |
| April | $2,880–$4,610 |
| July | $3,310–$5,300 |
| October | $2,880–$4,610 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Atlanta to Houston?
A 2-bedroom move of about 841 road miles costs roughly $2,880–$4,610 with full-service movers in October, or $1,190–$1,980 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Atlanta to Houston?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.