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Cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Dallas, TX
About 1,485 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,310–$6,790 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 | $1,730–$2,720 | $1,980–$3,170 | $2,000–$3,240 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,540–$3,990 | $3,040–$4,890 | $2,010–$3,270 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,310–$6,790 | $5,060–$8,140 | $2,020–$3,300 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $7,110–$11,210 | $8,360–$13,460 | $2,040–$3,360 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,640–$15,200 | $11,390–$18,350 | $2,060–$3,420 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,485 mi) | $3,100 | $4,880 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $460 | $590 | 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. $18.52/h in Dallas (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 | $4,010–$6,310 |
| April | $4,310–$6,790 |
| July | $4,960–$7,810 |
| October | $4,310–$6,790 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles to Dallas?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,485 road miles costs roughly $4,310–$6,790 with full-service movers in October, or $2,020–$3,300 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Los Angeles to Dallas?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.