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Cost to move from Washington, DC to San Francisco, CA
About 2,922 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $7,130–$11,170 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 | $2,850–$4,470 | $3,100–$4,920 | $3,860–$6,200 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,220–$6,600 | $4,720–$7,500 | $3,870–$6,230 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $7,130–$11,170 | $7,880–$12,520 | $3,880–$6,260 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,630–$18,250 | $12,880–$20,500 | $3,900–$6,320 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,850–$24,860 | $17,600–$28,010 | $3,920–$6,380 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,922 mi) | $5,610 | $8,840 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $680 | $870 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $750 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $400 | $720 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.47/h in Washington vs. $23.27/h in San Francisco (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 | $6,630–$10,380 |
| April | $7,130–$11,170 |
| July | $8,200–$12,840 |
| October | $7,130–$11,170 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Washington to San Francisco?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,922 road miles costs roughly $7,130–$11,170 with full-service movers in October, or $3,880–$6,260 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Washington to San Francisco?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.