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Cost to move from Baltimore, MD to New York, NY
About 203 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,710–$2,820 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 | $680–$1,130 | $930–$1,580 | $760–$1,180 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $970–$1,600 | $1,470–$2,500 | $770–$1,210 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,710–$2,820 | $2,460–$4,170 | $780–$1,240 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,940–$4,880 | $4,190–$7,130 | $800–$1,300 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,910–$6,480 | $5,660–$9,630 | $820–$1,360 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 203 mi) | $860 | $1,360 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $50 | $60 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $360 | $640 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.79/h in Baltimore vs. $20.81/h in New York (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 8,119 people moved from Maryland to New York in one year, and 14,439 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,590–$2,620 |
| April | $1,710–$2,820 |
| July | $1,960–$3,240 |
| October | $1,710–$2,820 |
Going the other way? See New York to Baltimore.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Baltimore to New York?
A 2-bedroom move of about 203 road miles costs roughly $1,710–$2,820 with full-service movers in October, or $780–$1,240 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Baltimore to New York?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.