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Cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Portland, OR
About 991 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,360–$5,350 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 | $1,340–$2,140 | $1,590–$2,590 | $1,360–$2,230 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,960–$3,110 | $2,460–$4,010 | $1,370–$2,260 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,360–$5,350 | $4,110–$6,700 | $1,380–$2,290 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,590–$8,930 | $6,840–$11,180 | $1,400–$2,350 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,550–$12,050 | $9,300–$15,200 | $1,420–$2,410 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 991 mi) | $2,230 | $3,530 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $310 | $390 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $740 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $380 | $680 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.38/h in Los Angeles vs. $22.17/h in Portland (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 33,807 people moved from California to Oregon in one year, and 22,162 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,120–$4,970 |
| April | $3,360–$5,350 |
| July | $3,860–$6,150 |
| October | $3,360–$5,350 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles to Portland?
A 2-bedroom move of about 991 road miles costs roughly $3,360–$5,350 with full-service movers in October, or $1,380–$2,290 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Los Angeles to Portland?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.