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Cost to move from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA
About 3,109 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,480–$11,700 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 | $2,990–$4,680 | $3,240–$5,130 | $4,100–$6,580 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,430–$6,920 | $4,930–$7,820 | $4,110–$6,610 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,480–$11,700 | $8,230–$13,050 | $4,120–$6,640 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $12,190–$19,100 | $13,440–$21,350 | $4,140–$6,700 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $16,620–$26,020 | $18,370–$29,170 | $4,160–$6,760 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 3,109 mi) | $5,940 | $9,350 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $720 | $920 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $470 | $800 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.92/h in Boston vs. $20.38/h in Los Angeles (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 10,101 people moved from Massachusetts to California in one year, and 12,160 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,960–$10,880 |
| April | $7,480–$11,700 |
| July | $8,600–$13,450 |
| October | $7,480–$11,700 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Boston to Los Angeles?
A 2-bedroom move of about 3,109 road miles costs roughly $7,480–$11,700 with full-service movers in October, or $4,120–$6,640 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Boston to Los Angeles?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.