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Cost to move from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA
About 1,152 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,680–$5,850 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 | $1,470–$2,340 | $1,720–$2,790 | $1,570–$2,560 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,150–$3,410 | $2,650–$4,310 | $1,580–$2,590 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,680–$5,850 | $4,430–$7,200 | $1,590–$2,620 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,110–$9,740 | $7,360–$11,990 | $1,610–$2,680 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,260–$13,150 | $10,010–$16,300 | $1,630–$2,740 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,152 mi) | $2,520 | $3,970 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $320 | $410 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $490 | $840 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.95/h in Seattle vs. $20.38/h in Los Angeles (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 32,218 people moved from Washington to California in one year, and 40,858 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,420–$5,440 |
| April | $3,680–$5,850 |
| July | $4,230–$6,720 |
| October | $3,680–$5,850 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Seattle to Los Angeles?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,152 road miles costs roughly $3,680–$5,850 with full-service movers in October, or $1,590–$2,620 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Seattle to Los Angeles?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.