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Cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Atlanta, GA
About 2,319 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $6,040–$9,420 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 | $2,420–$3,770 | $2,670–$4,220 | $3,080–$4,960 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,570–$5,560 | $4,070–$6,460 | $3,090–$4,990 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $6,040–$9,420 | $6,790–$10,770 | $3,100–$5,020 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $9,860–$15,420 | $11,110–$17,670 | $3,120–$5,080 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $13,430–$20,990 | $15,180–$24,140 | $3,140–$5,140 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,319 mi) | $4,560 | $7,180 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $720 | $920 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $740 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $580 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.38/h in Los Angeles vs. $18.76/h in Atlanta (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $8.08/gal (California, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 20,191 people moved from California to Georgia in one year, and 11,229 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $5,620–$8,760 |
| April | $6,040–$9,420 |
| July | $6,940–$10,830 |
| October | $6,040–$9,420 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles to Atlanta?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,319 road miles costs roughly $6,040–$9,420 with full-service movers in October, or $3,100–$5,020 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Los Angeles to Atlanta?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.