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Cost to move from San Francisco, CA to Washington, DC
About 2,922 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,370–$11,480 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 | $2,950–$4,590 | $3,200–$5,040 | $3,860–$6,200 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,370–$6,790 | $4,870–$7,690 | $3,870–$6,230 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,370–$11,480 | $8,120–$12,830 | $3,880–$6,260 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $12,020–$18,760 | $13,270–$21,010 | $3,900–$6,320 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $16,390–$25,540 | $18,140–$28,690 | $3,920–$6,380 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,922 mi) | $5,610 | $8,840 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $910 | $1,160 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $500 | $850 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $23.27/h in San Francisco 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 | $6,860–$10,670 |
| April | $7,370–$11,480 |
| July | $8,480–$13,200 |
| October | $7,370–$11,480 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from San Francisco to Washington?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,922 road miles costs roughly $7,370–$11,480 with full-service movers in October, or $3,880–$6,260 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from San Francisco to Washington?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.