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Cost to move from San Diego, CA to New York, NY
About 2,913 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,310–$11,370 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 | $2,920–$4,550 | $3,170–$5,000 | $3,850–$6,180 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,330–$6,730 | $4,830–$7,630 | $3,860–$6,210 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,310–$11,370 | $8,060–$12,720 | $3,870–$6,240 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,900–$18,560 | $13,150–$20,810 | $3,890–$6,300 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $16,240–$25,290 | $17,990–$28,440 | $3,910–$6,360 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,913 mi) | $5,600 | $8,810 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $900 | $1,160 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $360 | $640 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.83/h in San Diego vs. $20.81/h in New York (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 31,097 people moved from California to New York in one year, and 35,062 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,800–$10,570 |
| April | $7,310–$11,370 |
| July | $8,400–$13,070 |
| October | $7,310–$11,370 |
Going the other way? See New York to San Diego.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from San Diego to New York?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,913 road miles costs roughly $7,310–$11,370 with full-service movers in October, or $3,870–$6,240 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from San Diego to New York?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.