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Cost to move from New York, NY to Seattle, WA
About 2,882 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,050–$11,050 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–$4,420 | $3,070–$4,870 | $3,810–$6,120 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,170–$6,530 | $4,670–$7,430 | $3,820–$6,150 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,050–$11,050 | $7,800–$12,400 | $3,830–$6,180 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,510–$18,060 | $12,760–$20,310 | $3,850–$6,240 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,680–$24,590 | $17,430–$27,740 | $3,870–$6,300 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,882 mi) | $5,540 | $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 | $390 | $710 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $22.95/h in Seattle (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 5,371 people moved from New York to Washington in one year, and 6,261 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,560–$10,270 |
| April | $7,050–$11,050 |
| July | $8,110–$12,700 |
| October | $7,050–$11,050 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Seattle?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,882 road miles costs roughly $7,050–$11,050 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 Seattle?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.