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Cost to move from Washington, DC to Tampa, FL
About 982 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,200–$5,090 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 | $1,280–$2,040 | $1,530–$2,490 | $1,350–$2,210 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,870–$2,970 | $2,370–$3,870 | $1,360–$2,240 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,200–$5,090 | $3,950–$6,440 | $1,370–$2,270 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,310–$8,500 | $6,560–$10,750 | $1,390–$2,330 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,180–$11,470 | $8,930–$14,620 | $1,410–$2,390 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 982 mi) | $2,220 | $3,500 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $230 | $290 | 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. $18.06/h in Tampa (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 1,691 people moved from District of Columbia to Florida in one year, and 1,856 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,970–$4,740 |
| April | $3,200–$5,090 |
| July | $3,670–$5,860 |
| October | $3,200–$5,090 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Washington to Tampa?
A 2-bedroom move of about 982 road miles costs roughly $3,200–$5,090 with full-service movers in October, or $1,370–$2,270 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Washington to Tampa?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.