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Cost to move from New York, NY to Tampa, FL
About 1,205 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,640–$5,790 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 | $1,460–$2,310 | $1,710–$2,760 | $1,640–$2,670 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,140–$3,380 | $2,640–$4,280 | $1,650–$2,700 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,640–$5,790 | $4,390–$7,140 | $1,660–$2,730 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,030–$9,610 | $7,280–$11,860 | $1,680–$2,790 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,170–$12,990 | $9,920–$16,140 | $1,700–$2,850 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,205 mi) | $2,610 | $4,110 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $280 | $360 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $18.06/h in Tampa (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 71,138 people moved from New York to Florida in one year, and 24,749 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,390–$5,380 |
| April | $3,640–$5,790 |
| July | $4,190–$6,650 |
| October | $3,640–$5,790 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Tampa?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,205 road miles costs roughly $3,640–$5,790 with full-service movers in October, or $1,660–$2,730 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Tampa?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.