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Cost to move from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA
About 2,935 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,110–$11,130 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 | $2,840–$4,450 | $3,090–$4,900 | $3,880–$6,230 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,210–$6,580 | $4,710–$7,480 | $3,890–$6,260 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,110–$11,130 | $7,860–$12,480 | $3,900–$6,290 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,590–$18,170 | $12,840–$20,420 | $3,920–$6,350 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,810–$24,760 | $17,560–$27,910 | $3,940–$6,410 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,935 mi) | $5,640 | $8,870 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $680 | $870 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $20.38/h in Los Angeles (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 35,062 people moved from New York to California in one year, and 31,097 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,610–$10,350 |
| April | $7,110–$11,130 |
| July | $8,180–$12,800 |
| October | $7,110–$11,130 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Los Angeles?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,935 road miles costs roughly $7,110–$11,130 with full-service movers in October, or $3,900–$6,290 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Los Angeles?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.