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Cost to move from Dallas, TX to Los Angeles, CA
About 1,485 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,180–$6,620 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 | $1,670–$2,650 | $1,920–$3,100 | $2,000–$3,240 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,460–$3,880 | $2,960–$4,780 | $2,010–$3,270 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,180–$6,620 | $4,930–$7,970 | $2,020–$3,300 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,890–$10,940 | $8,140–$13,190 | $2,040–$3,360 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,350–$14,820 | $11,100–$17,970 | $2,060–$3,420 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,485 mi) | $3,100 | $4,880 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $5.91/gal) | $340 | $430 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.52/h in Dallas vs. $20.38/h in Los Angeles (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $5.91/gal (Gulf Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 38,732 people moved from Texas to California in one year, and 93,970 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,890–$6,160 |
| April | $4,180–$6,620 |
| July | $4,810–$7,610 |
| October | $4,180–$6,620 |
Going the other way? See Los Angeles to Dallas.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Dallas to Los Angeles?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,485 road miles costs roughly $4,180–$6,620 with full-service movers in October, or $2,020–$3,300 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Dallas to Los Angeles?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.