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Cost to move from New York, NY to Miami, FL
About 1,311 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,860–$6,120 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 | $1,550–$2,450 | $1,800–$2,900 | $1,780–$2,890 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,270–$3,590 | $2,770–$4,490 | $1,790–$2,920 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,860–$6,120 | $4,610–$7,470 | $1,800–$2,950 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,380–$10,150 | $7,630–$12,400 | $1,820–$3,010 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,650–$13,740 | $10,400–$16,890 | $1,840–$3,070 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,311 mi) | $2,790 | $4,410 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $300 | $390 | 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. $18.55/h in Miami (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 71,138 people moved from New York to Florida in one year, and 24,749 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,590–$5,700 |
| April | $3,860–$6,120 |
| July | $4,440–$7,040 |
| October | $3,860–$6,120 |
Going the other way? See Miami to New York.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Miami?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,311 road miles costs roughly $3,860–$6,120 with full-service movers in October, or $1,800–$2,950 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Miami?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.