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Cost to move from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY
About 97 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,370–$2,460 with full-service movers in October (this is a local-distance move, priced by the hour).
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 | $730–$1,280 | $980–$1,730 | $270–$500 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $840–$1,560 | $1,340–$2,460 | $280–$530 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,370–$2,460 | $2,120–$3,810 | $290–$560 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,220–$3,780 | $3,470–$6,030 | $310–$620 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $2,660–$4,630 | $4,410–$7,780 | $330–$680 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 movers x 7.8-10.6 h | $1,270 | $2,260 | BLS wage x billing multiplier |
| Truck and travel fee | $100 | $200 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.89/h in Philadelphia vs. $20.81/h in New York (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 27,603 people moved from Pennsylvania to New York in one year, and 42,637 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,270–$2,290 |
| April | $1,370–$2,460 |
| July | $1,570–$2,830 |
| October | $1,370–$2,460 |
Going the other way? See New York to Philadelphia.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Philadelphia to New York?
A 2-bedroom move of about 97 road miles costs roughly $1,370–$2,460 with full-service movers in October, or $290–$560 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Philadelphia to New York?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.