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Cost to move from Washington, DC to Riverside, CA
About 2,699 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $6,670–$10,450 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 | $2,670–$4,180 | $2,920–$4,630 | $3,570–$5,740 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,950–$6,180 | $4,450–$7,080 | $3,580–$5,770 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $6,670–$10,450 | $7,420–$11,800 | $3,590–$5,800 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $10,890–$17,100 | $12,140–$19,350 | $3,610–$5,860 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $14,830–$23,280 | $16,580–$26,430 | $3,630–$5,920 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,699 mi) | $5,220 | $8,220 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $630 | $800 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $750 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $380 | $680 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.47/h in Washington vs. $22.15/h in Riverside (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 | $6,200–$9,720 |
| April | $6,670–$10,450 |
| July | $7,670–$12,020 |
| October | $6,670–$10,450 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Washington to Riverside?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,699 road miles costs roughly $6,670–$10,450 with full-service movers in October, or $3,590–$5,800 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Washington to Riverside?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.