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Cost to move from Miami, FL to Houston, TX
About 1,161 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,510–$5,580 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 | $1,400–$2,230 | $1,650–$2,680 | $1,580–$2,580 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,060–$3,260 | $2,560–$4,160 | $1,590–$2,610 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,510–$5,580 | $4,260–$6,930 | $1,600–$2,640 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,810–$9,250 | $7,060–$11,500 | $1,620–$2,700 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,870–$12,520 | $9,620–$15,670 | $1,640–$2,760 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,161 mi) | $2,530 | $3,990 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $270 | $340 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.55/h in Miami vs. $18.27/h in Houston (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 | $3,270–$5,190 |
| April | $3,510–$5,580 |
| July | $4,040–$6,410 |
| October | $3,510–$5,580 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Miami to Houston?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,161 road miles costs roughly $3,510–$5,580 with full-service movers in October, or $1,600–$2,640 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Miami to Houston?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.