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Cost to move from New York, NY to Riverside, CA
About 2,883 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,040–$11,020 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 | $2,820–$4,410 | $3,070–$4,860 | $3,810–$6,120 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,170–$6,520 | $4,670–$7,420 | $3,820–$6,150 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,040–$11,020 | $7,790–$12,370 | $3,830–$6,180 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,480–$18,020 | $12,730–$20,270 | $3,850–$6,240 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,650–$24,540 | $17,400–$27,690 | $3,870–$6,300 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,883 mi) | $5,550 | $8,730 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $670 | $850 | 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. $22.15/h in Riverside (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 | $6,550–$10,250 |
| April | $7,040–$11,020 |
| July | $8,100–$12,680 |
| October | $7,040–$11,020 |
Going the other way? See Riverside to New York.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Riverside?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,883 road miles costs roughly $7,040–$11,020 with full-service movers in October, or $3,830–$6,180 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Riverside?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.