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Cost to move from Boston, MA to Miami, FL
About 1,510 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,280–$6,770 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 | $1,710–$2,710 | $1,960–$3,160 | $2,030–$3,290 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,520–$3,970 | $3,020–$4,870 | $2,040–$3,320 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,280–$6,770 | $5,030–$8,120 | $2,050–$3,350 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $7,060–$11,200 | $8,310–$13,450 | $2,070–$3,410 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,580–$15,170 | $11,330–$18,320 | $2,090–$3,470 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,510 mi) | $3,140 | $4,950 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $350 | $450 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $470 | $800 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.92/h in Boston vs. $18.55/h in Miami (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 24,002 people moved from Massachusetts to Florida in one year, and 12,758 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,980–$6,300 |
| April | $4,280–$6,770 |
| July | $4,920–$7,790 |
| October | $4,280–$6,770 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Boston to Miami?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,510 road miles costs roughly $4,280–$6,770 with full-service movers in October, or $2,050–$3,350 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Boston to Miami?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.