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Cost to move from Oklahoma City, OK to Houston, TX
About 496 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,190–$3,530 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 | $870–$1,410 | $1,120–$1,860 | $870–$1,320 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,260–$2,040 | $1,760–$2,940 | $880–$1,350 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,190–$3,530 | $2,940–$4,880 | $890–$1,380 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,680–$5,980 | $4,930–$8,230 | $910–$1,440 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,950–$8,010 | $6,700–$11,160 | $930–$1,500 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 496 mi) | $1,370 | $2,160 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.40/gal) | $120 | $160 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $380 | $650 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $17.79/h in Oklahoma City vs. $18.27/h in Houston (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.40/gal (Midwest, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 29,743 people moved from Oklahoma to Texas in one year, and 31,506 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,030–$3,290 |
| April | $2,190–$3,530 |
| July | $2,510–$4,060 |
| October | $2,190–$3,530 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Oklahoma City to Houston?
A 2-bedroom move of about 496 road miles costs roughly $2,190–$3,530 with full-service movers in October, or $890–$1,380 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Oklahoma City to Houston?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.