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Cost to move from Pittsburgh, PA to Washington, DC
About 228 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,730–$2,860 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 | $690–$1,140 | $940–$1,590 | $770–$1,190 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $990–$1,620 | $1,490–$2,520 | $780–$1,220 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,730–$2,860 | $2,480–$4,210 | $790–$1,250 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,980–$4,940 | $4,230–$7,190 | $810–$1,310 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,970–$6,560 | $5,720–$9,710 | $830–$1,370 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 228 mi) | $900 | $1,430 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $50 | $70 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $430 | $730 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.11/h in Pittsburgh vs. $20.47/h in Washington (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 3,085 people moved from Pennsylvania to District of Columbia in one year, and 1,208 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,610–$2,660 |
| April | $1,730–$2,860 |
| July | $1,990–$3,290 |
| October | $1,730–$2,860 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Pittsburgh to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 228 road miles costs roughly $1,730–$2,860 with full-service movers in October, or $790–$1,250 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Pittsburgh to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.