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Cost to move from Riverside, CA to Seattle, WA
About 1,171 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,780–$6,000 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 | $1,510–$2,400 | $1,760–$2,850 | $1,590–$2,600 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,210–$3,500 | $2,710–$4,400 | $1,600–$2,630 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,780–$6,000 | $4,530–$7,350 | $1,610–$2,660 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,280–$10,010 | $7,530–$12,260 | $1,630–$2,720 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,490–$13,510 | $10,240–$16,660 | $1,650–$2,780 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,171 mi) | $2,550 | $4,020 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $360 | $460 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $390 | $710 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.15/h in Riverside vs. $22.95/h in Seattle (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 40,858 people moved from California to Washington in one year, and 32,218 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,520–$5,580 |
| April | $3,780–$6,000 |
| July | $4,350–$6,900 |
| October | $3,780–$6,000 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Riverside to Seattle?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,171 road miles costs roughly $3,780–$6,000 with full-service movers in October, or $1,610–$2,660 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Riverside to Seattle?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.