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Cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Austin, TX
About 1,470 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,280–$6,740 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 | $1,710–$2,700 | $1,960–$3,150 | $1,980–$3,210 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,520–$3,960 | $3,020–$4,860 | $1,990–$3,240 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,280–$6,740 | $5,030–$8,090 | $2,000–$3,270 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $7,060–$11,140 | $8,310–$13,390 | $2,020–$3,330 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,580–$15,090 | $11,330–$18,240 | $2,040–$3,390 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,470 mi) | $3,070 | $4,840 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $460 | $580 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $740 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.38/h in Los Angeles vs. $18.53/h in Austin (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 93,970 people moved from California to Texas in one year, and 38,732 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,980–$6,270 |
| April | $4,280–$6,740 |
| July | $4,930–$7,750 |
| October | $4,280–$6,740 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles to Austin?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,470 road miles costs roughly $4,280–$6,740 with full-service movers in October, or $2,000–$3,270 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Los Angeles to Austin?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.