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Cost to move from Philadelphia, PA to Miami, FL
About 1,227 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,700–$5,870 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 | $1,480–$2,350 | $1,730–$2,800 | $1,670–$2,710 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,170–$3,430 | $2,670–$4,330 | $1,680–$2,740 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,700–$5,870 | $4,450–$7,220 | $1,690–$2,770 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,120–$9,750 | $7,370–$12,000 | $1,710–$2,830 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,290–$13,180 | $10,040–$16,330 | $1,730–$2,890 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,227 mi) | $2,650 | $4,170 | |
| 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 | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.89/h in Philadelphia vs. $18.55/h in Miami (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 27,770 people moved from Pennsylvania to Florida in one year, and 13,412 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,440–$5,460 |
| April | $3,700–$5,870 |
| July | $4,250–$6,750 |
| October | $3,700–$5,870 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Philadelphia to Miami?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,227 road miles costs roughly $3,700–$5,870 with full-service movers in October, or $1,690–$2,770 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Philadelphia to Miami?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.