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Cost to move from Riverside, CA to Portland, OR
About 1,014 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,450–$5,480 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 | $1,380–$2,190 | $1,630–$2,640 | $1,390–$2,270 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,010–$3,190 | $2,510–$4,090 | $1,400–$2,300 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,450–$5,480 | $4,200–$6,830 | $1,410–$2,330 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,740–$9,170 | $6,990–$11,420 | $1,430–$2,390 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,750–$12,360 | $9,500–$15,510 | $1,450–$2,450 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,014 mi) | $2,270 | $3,590 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $310 | $400 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $380 | $680 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.15/h in Riverside vs. $22.17/h in Portland (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $8.08/gal (California, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 33,807 people moved from California to Oregon in one year, and 22,162 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,200–$5,100 |
| April | $3,450–$5,480 |
| July | $3,960–$6,310 |
| October | $3,450–$5,480 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Riverside to Portland?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,014 road miles costs roughly $3,450–$5,480 with full-service movers in October, or $1,410–$2,330 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Riverside to Portland?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.