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Cost to move from New York, NY to Austin, TX
About 1,813 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,860–$7,650 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 | $1,940–$3,060 | $2,190–$3,510 | $2,420–$3,920 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,860–$4,500 | $3,360–$5,400 | $2,430–$3,950 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,860–$7,650 | $5,610–$9,000 | $2,440–$3,980 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $7,980–$12,600 | $9,230–$14,850 | $2,460–$4,040 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $10,840–$17,100 | $12,590–$20,250 | $2,480–$4,100 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,813 mi) | $3,670 | $5,790 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $420 | $540 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $18.53/h in Austin (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 29,610 people moved from New York to Texas in one year, and 18,956 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $4,520–$7,120 |
| April | $4,860–$7,650 |
| July | $5,590–$8,800 |
| October | $4,860–$7,650 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Austin?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,813 road miles costs roughly $4,860–$7,650 with full-service movers in October, or $2,440–$3,980 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Austin?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.