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Cost to move from Seattle, WA to Houston, TX
About 2,267 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $5,910–$9,250 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 | $2,360–$3,700 | $2,610–$4,150 | $3,010–$4,850 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,490–$5,450 | $3,990–$6,350 | $3,020–$4,880 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $5,910–$9,250 | $6,660–$10,600 | $3,030–$4,910 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $9,670–$15,170 | $10,920–$17,420 | $3,050–$4,970 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $13,160–$20,620 | $14,910–$23,770 | $3,070–$5,030 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,267 mi) | $4,470 | $7,030 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $630 | $810 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $490 | $840 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.95/h in Seattle vs. $18.27/h in Houston (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $7.27/gal (West Coast (excl. California), EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 20,423 people moved from Washington to Texas in one year, and 13,788 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $5,490–$8,600 |
| April | $5,910–$9,250 |
| July | $6,790–$10,630 |
| October | $5,910–$9,250 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Seattle to Houston?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,267 road miles costs roughly $5,910–$9,250 with full-service movers in October, or $3,030–$4,910 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Seattle to Houston?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.