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Cost to move from Portland, OR to Los Angeles, CA
About 991 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,340–$5,320 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 | $1,330–$2,130 | $1,580–$2,580 | $1,360–$2,230 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,950–$3,090 | $2,450–$3,990 | $1,370–$2,260 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,340–$5,320 | $4,090–$6,670 | $1,380–$2,290 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,560–$8,890 | $6,810–$11,140 | $1,400–$2,350 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,510–$11,980 | $9,260–$15,130 | $1,420–$2,410 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 991 mi) | $2,230 | $3,530 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $280 | $350 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.17/h in Portland vs. $20.38/h in Los Angeles (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $7.27/gal (West Coast (excl. California), EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 22,162 people moved from Oregon to California in one year, and 33,807 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,100–$4,940 |
| April | $3,340–$5,320 |
| July | $3,840–$6,110 |
| October | $3,340–$5,320 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Portland to Los Angeles?
A 2-bedroom move of about 991 road miles costs roughly $3,340–$5,320 with full-service movers in October, or $1,380–$2,290 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Portland to Los Angeles?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.