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Cost to move from Portland, OR to Washington, DC
About 2,817 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,040–$10,990 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 | $2,820–$4,400 | $3,070–$4,850 | $3,720–$5,980 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,170–$6,500 | $4,670–$7,400 | $3,730–$6,010 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,040–$10,990 | $7,790–$12,340 | $3,740–$6,040 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,490–$17,970 | $12,740–$20,220 | $3,760–$6,100 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,660–$24,470 | $17,410–$27,620 | $3,780–$6,160 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,817 mi) | $5,430 | $8,550 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $790 | $1,010 | 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. $20.47/h in Washington (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 794 people moved from Oregon to District of Columbia in one year, and 944 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,550–$10,220 |
| April | $7,040–$10,990 |
| July | $8,100–$12,640 |
| October | $7,040–$10,990 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Portland to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,817 road miles costs roughly $7,040–$10,990 with full-service movers in October, or $3,740–$6,040 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Portland to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.