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Cost to move from Dallas, TX to Miami, FL
About 1,332 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,850–$6,100 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 | $1,540–$2,440 | $1,790–$2,890 | $1,800–$2,930 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,260–$3,580 | $2,760–$4,480 | $1,810–$2,960 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,850–$6,100 | $4,600–$7,450 | $1,820–$2,990 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,350–$10,090 | $7,600–$12,340 | $1,840–$3,050 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,610–$13,660 | $10,360–$16,810 | $1,860–$3,110 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,332 mi) | $2,830 | $4,460 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $5.91/gal) | $300 | $390 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.52/h in Dallas vs. $18.55/h in Miami (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 37,781 people moved from Texas to Florida in one year, and 50,513 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,580–$5,670 |
| April | $3,850–$6,100 |
| July | $4,430–$7,010 |
| October | $3,850–$6,100 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Dallas to Miami?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,332 road miles costs roughly $3,850–$6,100 with full-service movers in October, or $1,820–$2,990 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Dallas to Miami?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.