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Cost to move from Atlanta, GA to Tampa, FL
About 500 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,200–$3,560 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 | $880–$1,430 | $1,130–$1,880 | $880–$1,320 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,270–$2,060 | $1,770–$2,960 | $890–$1,350 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,200–$3,560 | $2,950–$4,910 | $900–$1,380 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,720–$6,030 | $4,970–$8,280 | $920–$1,440 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,990–$8,090 | $6,740–$11,240 | $940–$1,500 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 500 mi) | $1,380 | $2,180 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $120 | $150 | 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. $18.06/h in Tampa (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 44,469 people moved from Georgia to Florida in one year, and 55,250 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,050–$3,310 |
| April | $2,200–$3,560 |
| July | $2,530–$4,100 |
| October | $2,200–$3,560 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Atlanta to Tampa?
A 2-bedroom move of about 500 road miles costs roughly $2,200–$3,560 with full-service movers in October, or $900–$1,380 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Atlanta to Tampa?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.