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Cost to move from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV
About 500 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,350–$3,800 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 | $940–$1,520 | $1,190–$1,970 | $880–$1,320 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,360–$2,180 | $1,860–$3,080 | $890–$1,350 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,350–$3,800 | $3,100–$5,150 | $900–$1,380 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,980–$6,460 | $5,230–$8,710 | $920–$1,440 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $5,340–$8,640 | $7,090–$11,790 | $940–$1,500 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 500 mi) | $1,380 | $2,180 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $160 | $200 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $500 | $850 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $580 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $23.27/h in San Francisco vs. $18.72/h in Las Vegas (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 41,997 people moved from California to Nevada in one year, and 22,218 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,190–$3,530 |
| April | $2,350–$3,800 |
| July | $2,700–$4,370 |
| October | $2,350–$3,800 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from San Francisco to Las Vegas?
A 2-bedroom move of about 500 road miles costs roughly $2,350–$3,800 with full-service movers in October, or $900–$1,380 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from San Francisco to Las Vegas?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.