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Cost to move from New York, NY to Providence, RI
About 186 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,650–$2,720 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 | $660–$1,090 | $910–$1,540 | $750–$1,170 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $940–$1,540 | $1,440–$2,440 | $760–$1,200 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,650–$2,720 | $2,400–$4,070 | $770–$1,230 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,840–$4,720 | $4,090–$6,970 | $790–$1,290 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,780–$6,270 | $5,530–$9,420 | $810–$1,350 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 186 mi) | $830 | $1,310 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $40 | $60 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $330 | $600 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $19.41/h in Providence (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 2,089 people moved from New York to Rhode Island in one year, and 2,073 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,530–$2,530 |
| April | $1,650–$2,720 |
| July | $1,900–$3,130 |
| October | $1,650–$2,720 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Providence?
A 2-bedroom move of about 186 road miles costs roughly $1,650–$2,720 with full-service movers in October, or $770–$1,230 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Providence?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.