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Cost to move from Houston, TX to Oklahoma City, OK
About 496 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,180–$3,520 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 | $870–$1,410 | $1,120–$1,860 | $870–$1,320 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,260–$2,030 | $1,760–$2,930 | $880–$1,350 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,180–$3,520 | $2,930–$4,870 | $890–$1,380 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,670–$5,960 | $4,920–$8,210 | $910–$1,440 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,930–$7,990 | $6,680–$11,140 | $930–$1,500 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 496 mi) | $1,370 | $2,160 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $5.91/gal) | $110 | $140 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $390 | $670 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $550 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.27/h in Houston vs. $17.79/h in Oklahoma City (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 31,506 people moved from Texas to Oklahoma in one year, and 29,743 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,030–$3,280 |
| April | $2,180–$3,520 |
| July | $2,500–$4,050 |
| October | $2,180–$3,520 |
Going the other way? See Oklahoma City to Houston.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Houston to Oklahoma City?
A 2-bedroom move of about 496 road miles costs roughly $2,180–$3,520 with full-service movers in October, or $890–$1,380 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Houston to Oklahoma City?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.