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Cost to move from Providence, RI to Washington, DC
About 430 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,120–$3,450 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 | $850–$1,380 | $1,100–$1,830 | $850–$1,290 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,220–$1,980 | $1,720–$2,880 | $860–$1,320 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,120–$3,450 | $2,870–$4,800 | $870–$1,350 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,600–$5,880 | $4,850–$8,130 | $890–$1,410 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,820–$7,860 | $6,570–$11,010 | $910–$1,470 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 430 mi) | $1,250 | $1,980 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $100 | $130 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $420 | $710 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $19.41/h in Providence 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 369 people moved from Rhode Island to District of Columbia in one year, and 720 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,970–$3,210 |
| April | $2,120–$3,450 |
| July | $2,440–$3,970 |
| October | $2,120–$3,450 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Providence to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 430 road miles costs roughly $2,120–$3,450 with full-service movers in October, or $870–$1,350 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Providence to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.