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Cost to move from Philadelphia, PA to Atlanta, GA
About 799 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,850–$4,570 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 | $1,140–$1,830 | $1,390–$2,280 | $1,110–$1,830 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,660–$2,660 | $2,160–$3,560 | $1,120–$1,860 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,850–$4,570 | $3,600–$5,920 | $1,130–$1,890 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $4,770–$7,680 | $6,020–$9,930 | $1,150–$1,950 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $6,430–$10,330 | $8,180–$13,480 | $1,170–$2,010 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 799 mi) | $1,900 | $3,000 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $190 | $240 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $580 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.89/h in Philadelphia vs. $18.76/h in Atlanta (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 8,763 people moved from Pennsylvania to Georgia in one year, and 3,768 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,650–$4,250 |
| April | $2,850–$4,570 |
| July | $3,280–$5,260 |
| October | $2,850–$4,570 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Philadelphia to Atlanta?
A 2-bedroom move of about 799 road miles costs roughly $2,850–$4,570 with full-service movers in October, or $1,130–$1,890 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Philadelphia to Atlanta?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.