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Cost to move from Miami, FL to Washington, DC
About 1,112 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,450–$5,500 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 | $1,380–$2,200 | $1,630–$2,650 | $1,520–$2,480 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,020–$3,210 | $2,520–$4,110 | $1,530–$2,510 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,450–$5,500 | $4,200–$6,850 | $1,540–$2,540 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,720–$9,140 | $6,970–$11,390 | $1,560–$2,600 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,750–$12,350 | $9,500–$15,500 | $1,580–$2,660 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,112 mi) | $2,450 | $3,860 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $260 | $330 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.55/h in Miami vs. $20.47/h in Washington (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 1,856 people moved from Florida to District of Columbia in one year, and 1,691 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,210–$5,110 |
| April | $3,450–$5,500 |
| July | $3,970–$6,320 |
| October | $3,450–$5,500 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Miami to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,112 road miles costs roughly $3,450–$5,500 with full-service movers in October, or $1,540–$2,540 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Miami to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.