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Cost to move from Miami, FL to Dallas, TX
About 1,332 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,860–$6,110 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 | $1,540–$2,440 | $1,790–$2,890 | $1,800–$2,930 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,270–$3,580 | $2,770–$4,480 | $1,810–$2,960 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,860–$6,110 | $4,610–$7,460 | $1,820–$2,990 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,360–$10,100 | $7,610–$12,350 | $1,840–$3,050 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,620–$13,680 | $10,370–$16,830 | $1,860–$3,110 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,332 mi) | $2,830 | $4,460 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $310 | $390 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.55/h in Miami vs. $18.52/h in Dallas (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 50,513 people moved from Florida to Texas in one year, and 37,781 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,590–$5,680 |
| April | $3,860–$6,110 |
| July | $4,430–$7,020 |
| October | $3,860–$6,110 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Miami to Dallas?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,332 road miles costs roughly $3,860–$6,110 with full-service movers in October, or $1,820–$2,990 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Miami to Dallas?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.