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Cost to move from San Diego, CA to Washington, DC
About 2,724 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $6,910–$10,760 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 | $2,760–$4,310 | $3,010–$4,760 | $3,600–$5,790 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,090–$6,370 | $4,590–$7,270 | $3,610–$5,820 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $6,910–$10,760 | $7,660–$12,110 | $3,620–$5,850 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,270–$17,590 | $12,520–$19,840 | $3,640–$5,910 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,360–$23,960 | $17,110–$27,110 | $3,660–$5,970 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,724 mi) | $5,270 | $8,290 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $850 | $1,080 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.83/h in San Diego vs. $20.47/h in Washington (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 2,976 people moved from California to District of Columbia in one year, and 4,590 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,430–$10,010 |
| April | $6,910–$10,760 |
| July | $7,950–$12,380 |
| October | $6,910–$10,760 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from San Diego to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,724 road miles costs roughly $6,910–$10,760 with full-service movers in October, or $3,620–$5,850 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from San Diego to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.