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Cost to move from New York, NY to Pittsburgh, PA
About 378 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,040–$3,330 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 | $820–$1,330 | $1,070–$1,780 | $830–$1,260 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,170–$1,910 | $1,670–$2,810 | $840–$1,290 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,040–$3,330 | $2,790–$4,680 | $850–$1,320 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,480–$5,700 | $4,730–$7,950 | $870–$1,380 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,650–$7,600 | $6,400–$10,750 | $890–$1,440 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 378 mi) | $1,160 | $1,840 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $90 | $110 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $620 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $20.11/h in Pittsburgh (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 42,637 people moved from New York to Pennsylvania in one year, and 27,603 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,900–$3,100 |
| April | $2,040–$3,330 |
| July | $2,350–$3,830 |
| October | $2,040–$3,330 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Pittsburgh?
A 2-bedroom move of about 378 road miles costs roughly $2,040–$3,330 with full-service movers in October, or $850–$1,320 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Pittsburgh?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.