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Cost to move from Houston, TX to Washington, DC
About 1,462 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,130–$6,540 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 | $1,650–$2,620 | $1,900–$3,070 | $1,970–$3,200 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,430–$3,840 | $2,930–$4,740 | $1,980–$3,230 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,130–$6,540 | $4,880–$7,890 | $1,990–$3,260 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,810–$10,820 | $8,060–$13,070 | $2,010–$3,320 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,240–$14,650 | $10,990–$17,800 | $2,030–$3,380 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,462 mi) | $3,060 | $4,820 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $5.91/gal) | $330 | $420 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $390 | $670 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.27/h in Houston vs. $20.47/h in Washington (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 2,631 people moved from Texas to District of Columbia in one year, and 1,553 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,840–$6,090 |
| April | $4,130–$6,540 |
| July | $4,750–$7,520 |
| October | $4,130–$6,540 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Houston to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,462 road miles costs roughly $4,130–$6,540 with full-service movers in October, or $1,990–$3,260 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Houston to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.