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Cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC
About 2,753 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $6,960–$10,840 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 | $2,780–$4,340 | $3,030–$4,790 | $3,640–$5,850 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,120–$6,410 | $4,620–$7,310 | $3,650–$5,880 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $6,960–$10,840 | $7,710–$12,190 | $3,660–$5,910 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,350–$17,710 | $12,600–$19,960 | $3,680–$5,970 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,470–$24,120 | $17,220–$27,270 | $3,700–$6,030 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,753 mi) | $5,320 | $8,370 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $860 | $1,090 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $740 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.38/h in Los Angeles vs. $20.47/h in Washington (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 2,976 people moved from California to District of Columbia in one year, and 4,590 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,470–$10,080 |
| April | $6,960–$10,840 |
| July | $8,010–$12,460 |
| October | $6,960–$10,840 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,753 road miles costs roughly $6,960–$10,840 with full-service movers in October, or $3,660–$5,910 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Los Angeles to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.