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Cost to move from New York, NY to Atlanta, GA
About 895 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,040–$4,860 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 | $1,220–$1,950 | $1,470–$2,400 | $1,240–$2,030 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,770–$2,830 | $2,270–$3,730 | $1,250–$2,060 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,040–$4,860 | $3,790–$6,210 | $1,260–$2,090 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,070–$8,140 | $6,320–$10,390 | $1,280–$2,150 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $6,850–$10,970 | $8,600–$14,120 | $1,300–$2,210 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 895 mi) | $2,070 | $3,260 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $210 | $270 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $580 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $18.76/h in Atlanta (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 21,998 people moved from New York to Georgia in one year, and 8,013 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,830–$4,520 |
| April | $3,040–$4,860 |
| July | $3,500–$5,590 |
| October | $3,040–$4,860 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Atlanta?
A 2-bedroom move of about 895 road miles costs roughly $3,040–$4,860 with full-service movers in October, or $1,260–$2,090 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Atlanta?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.