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Cost to move from Boston, MA to Tampa, FL
About 1,420 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,090–$6,480 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 | $1,640–$2,590 | $1,890–$3,040 | $1,920–$3,110 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,400–$3,800 | $2,900–$4,700 | $1,930–$3,140 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,090–$6,480 | $4,840–$7,830 | $1,940–$3,170 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,760–$10,730 | $8,010–$12,980 | $1,960–$3,230 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,160–$14,530 | $10,910–$17,680 | $1,980–$3,290 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,420 mi) | $2,990 | $4,710 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $330 | $420 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $470 | $800 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.92/h in Boston 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 24,002 people moved from Massachusetts to Florida in one year, and 12,758 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,810–$6,030 |
| April | $4,090–$6,480 |
| July | $4,710–$7,450 |
| October | $4,090–$6,480 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Boston to Tampa?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,420 road miles costs roughly $4,090–$6,480 with full-service movers in October, or $1,940–$3,170 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Boston to Tampa?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.