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Cost to move from New York, NY to Portland, OR
About 2,927 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,130–$11,160 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 | $2,850–$4,460 | $3,100–$4,910 | $3,870–$6,210 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,220–$6,600 | $4,720–$7,500 | $3,880–$6,240 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,130–$11,160 | $7,880–$12,510 | $3,890–$6,270 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,620–$18,240 | $12,870–$20,490 | $3,910–$6,330 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,850–$24,840 | $17,600–$27,990 | $3,930–$6,390 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,927 mi) | $5,620 | $8,850 | |
| 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 | $380 | $680 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $22.17/h in Portland (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 3,818 people moved from New York to Oregon in one year, and 1,157 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,630–$10,380 |
| April | $7,130–$11,160 |
| July | $8,200–$12,830 |
| October | $7,130–$11,160 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Portland?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,927 road miles costs roughly $7,130–$11,160 with full-service movers in October, or $3,890–$6,270 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Portland?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.