Moving Cost by Home Size

Based on our calculator's pricing data, a local studio move (under 50 miles) typically runs $250–$450, while a 1-bedroom runs $500–$800. That covers a 2-mover crew for 2–5 hours. These estimates are based on cubic footage — a studio carries roughly 250–450 cu ft of belongings and a 1-bedroom 500–800 cu ft.

Our calculator maps home size directly to truck size: a studio fits a 10–12 ft truck, a 1-bedroom fits a 15–16 ft truck, a 2-bedroom needs a 20–22 ft truck, and 3–4 bedroom homes require a 26 ft truck. Choosing the right size avoids a second trip and lowers your total cost.

Our pricing tiers reflect real-world rate structures. Local moves (under 50 miles) are priced at roughly $1 per cu ft. Regional moves (50–250 miles) jump to $3 per cu ft, and long-distance moves (250–500+ miles) reach $4 per cu ft — reflecting multi-day rentals, fuel, and driver time. A 2-bedroom at 200 miles costs $2,400–$3,600 versus $800–$1,200 locally.

Our calculator applies seasonal multipliers to rental pricing. Peak season (May–August) carries the highest rates. Moving in fall or winter (October–March) can save 15–25% on truck rental alone. For a 3–4 bedroom home moving 500 miles, that difference can be $400–$800.

For a 4-bedroom home (roughly 1,800–2,400 cu ft of volume), our calculator estimates $1,800–$2,400 locally and $7,200–$9,600 for a 500-mile long-distance move. These are baseline estimates — actual costs vary based on your specific city corridor, floor access, and whether you hire full-service movers or rent a truck yourself.