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Average Moving Costs In The United States In 2019

Moving Costs 2019 – The average moving costs in 2019 is $4,900 for a distance of 1,225 miles interstate based on a 2 – 3 bedroom move.  The average moving cost for intrastate is $2,300.  Both interstate and intrastate moving costs average price reflect 7,500 pounds.

How much does it cost to hire movers?

The number one factor in determining the cost for professional movers is the size of your home (room + bedrooms).

The average price in 2019 to hire movers is $25 per hour

If you’re planning a local move here are some current pricing quotes for a complete full-service move (packing the track, transportation time, and complete unloading).

Studio Apartment | $150 – $200 moving cost.  3 – 4 hours for completion.
This includes two local professional movers for a complete full-service move.

2 Bedroom Apartment or House (1000 sq ft) | $375 – $450 moving costs. 5 – 6 hours for completion.
A two-bedroom apartment or house will require three local movers to complete the full-service move.

3 Bedroom Apartment or House (2000 sq ft) | $800 – $900 moving costs. 8 – 9 hours for completion.
A three-bedroom apartment or house will require four local movers to complete the full-service move.

If your move requires an additional professional mover the cost will be an additional $25 per mover. 

Extra services offered by local moving companies on average charge $25 – $35 per hour.  

  • Before you move packing your clothing, furniture, dishes, and electronics
  • After you move, unpacking your belongings and placing them where you direct them

These additional charges usually include the cost of packing materials such as tape and boxes.

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Move type Cost range
Full service $550–$12,000
Moving and storage containers $70–$5,500
Moving van rentals $35–$2,800

How much does a full-service move cost?

Local move Long-distance move
Basic move (no additional moving services) $550–$2,000 $2,000–$7,500
Packing service $30–$60 per labor-hour $500–$4,000
Moving coverage $0–$8 per $1,000 in value covered $0–$8 per $1,000 in value covered

How much does a moving pod cost?

Local move Long-distance move
Container(s) cost $70–$650 $1,500–$5,000
Moving coverage $35–$475 $35–$475

How much does it cost to rent a moving truck?

Local move Long-distance move
Truck rental $20–$160 $500–$1,700
Cost per mile $0.69–$0.79 Usually included
Car towing $130–$350 $130–$350
Truck rental deposit $0–$150 $0–150
Fuel cost $5–$20 $400–$600

 

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