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Cost to move from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC
About 116 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,500–$2,490 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 | $600–$1,000 | $850–$1,450 | $720–$1,140 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $850–$1,410 | $1,350–$2,310 | $730–$1,170 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,500–$2,490 | $2,250–$3,840 | $740–$1,200 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,600–$4,340 | $3,850–$6,590 | $760–$1,260 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,450–$5,750 | $5,200–$8,900 | $780–$1,320 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 116 mi) | $700 | $1,120 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $30 | $30 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $420 | $710 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $19.36/h in Richmond 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 7,085 people moved from Virginia to District of Columbia in one year, and 13,010 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,390–$2,320 |
| April | $1,500–$2,490 |
| July | $1,720–$2,860 |
| October | $1,500–$2,490 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Richmond to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 116 road miles costs roughly $1,500–$2,490 with full-service movers in October, or $740–$1,200 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Richmond to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.