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Cost to move from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA
About 2,753 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $6,740–$10,560 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 | $2,700–$4,220 | $2,950–$4,670 | $3,640–$5,850 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,990–$6,250 | $4,490–$7,150 | $3,650–$5,880 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $6,740–$10,560 | $7,490–$11,910 | $3,660–$5,910 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,000–$17,260 | $12,250–$19,510 | $3,680–$5,970 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,000–$23,510 | $16,750–$26,660 | $3,700–$6,030 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,753 mi) | $5,320 | $8,370 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $640 | $820 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $750 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.47/h in Washington vs. $20.38/h in Los Angeles (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 4,590 people moved from District of Columbia to California in one year, and 2,976 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,270–$9,820 |
| April | $6,740–$10,560 |
| July | $7,760–$12,150 |
| October | $6,740–$10,560 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Washington to Los Angeles?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,753 road miles costs roughly $6,740–$10,560 with full-service movers in October, or $3,660–$5,910 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Washington to Los Angeles?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.