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Cost to move from Washington, DC to Houston, TX
About 1,462 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,150–$6,560 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 | $1,660–$2,630 | $1,910–$3,080 | $1,970–$3,200 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,440–$3,850 | $2,940–$4,750 | $1,980–$3,230 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,150–$6,560 | $4,900–$7,910 | $1,990–$3,260 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,840–$10,850 | $8,090–$13,100 | $2,010–$3,320 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,280–$14,700 | $11,030–$17,850 | $2,030–$3,380 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,462 mi) | $3,060 | $4,820 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $340 | $430 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $750 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.47/h in Washington vs. $18.27/h in Houston (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 1,553 people moved from District of Columbia to Texas in one year, and 2,631 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,860–$6,100 |
| April | $4,150–$6,560 |
| July | $4,770–$7,550 |
| October | $4,150–$6,560 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Washington to Houston?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,462 road miles costs roughly $4,150–$6,560 with full-service movers in October, or $1,990–$3,260 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Washington to Houston?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.