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How Much Does it Cost to Move by City?

Author : Allison Marshall

Published on : 10-Apr-2026

What Does Local Moving Cost by City?

Crafting your local moving budget? It helps to know what others have paid to move in your area. All My Sons Moving & Storage, a full-service moving company that’s been in business over 30 years, pulled the data from almost 225,000 local moves performed in 2025 across its roughly 100 locations nationwide.

If you’re looking for the average total cost of what it takes to move in your city, this resource is for you.

All My Sons Moving & Storage believes that things matter, which is why we treat every moving box and piece of furniture as though it belonged to our own family. We offer professional packing services, a full range of moving supplies, and storage solutions to help ease emotional relocations. Every move we make is customized to meet the needs and budget of our valued customers.

While this guide may give you an idea of what you could expect to pay for your move, please note your total move cost will depend on the timing, logistics, and distance of your particular move. If you would like a more accurate estimate for your move, get a quote from All My Sons.

What Factors Influence the Cost of Moving?

There is no one-size-fits all moving solution. Every household will have different challenges to overcome during their move, and these factors will influence the final total cost of the move. Beyond the size of a household, there’s timing, logistics, and distance to think about.

Here are the major factors at play when you get your moving quote.

Season: During peak moving season of May through August, professional movers are in high demand, and they will charge the highest rates to secure their services. In slow months for moving, typically January, February, and December for All My Sons, professional movers will offer the best discounts and deals to keep their trucks busy.
Day of the Week: As most people try to move over the weekend to avoid missing work or school, professional movers will charge higher rates on Saturday and Sunday. If you can move on a weekday, you might be able to snag a lower rate.
Day of the Month: With most leases ending or beginning when the month wraps up, the demand for movers is even higher on the last or first days of the month. You will see the highest rates on end of month weekends.
Distance of the Move: The travel time between your old home and your next home will determine the fuel cost for your move, which your professional movers must factor into their final cost.
Number and Type of Belongings: The more items you ask your professional movers to relocate, the longer your move will take. Any belongings that require special attention, such as pianos or antique furniture, will add to your overall moving time. The longer your move takes, the higher your overall total cost will be.
Logistics: Stairs, elevators, tight doorways, and limited parking will all impact the time you spend moving. More moving hours means a higher total cost.

How Much Does it Cost to Move a 1- Bedroom Apartment?

All My Sons Moving & Storage performed roughly 81,099 moves for individuals and families in 1- Bedroom Apartments all over the nation.

The average time it took to move a 1- Bedroom Apartment across all locations was about 3.92 hours.

The average total cost for 1- Bedroom Apartment move across all locations was $1,062.

The most expensive city to move a 1-Bedroom Apartment was Denver, CO with an average total cost of $1,435.

The least expensive city to move a 1-Bedroom Apartment was Phoenix, AZ with an average total cost of $952.

The following chart shows the average cost to move a 1- Bedroom Apartment in ten major cities.

Phoenix AZ: $952, Denver CO: $1,435 , Orlando FL: $1,067 , Atlanta GA: $1,058 , Chicago IL $1,056 , New Orleans LA: $1,062 , Raleigh NC: $1,028 , Oklahoma City OK: $968 , Dallas TX: $1,146 , Houston TX: $978.

How Much Does it Cost to Move a Two+ Bedroom Apartment?

All My Sons Moving & Storage performed roughly 3,621 moves for individuals and families in 2+ Bedroom Apartments all over the nation.

The average time it took to move a 2+ Bedroom Apartment across all locations was about 5.09 hours.

The average total cost for 2+ Bedroom Apartment move across all locations was $1,480.

The most expensive city to move a 1-Bedroom Apartment was Dallas, TX with an average total cost of $1,896.

The least expensive city to move a 1-Bedroom Apartment was Houston, TX with an average total cost of $1,011.

The following chart shows the average cost to move a 2+ Bedroom Apartment in ten major cities.

Dallas, TX $1,896, Denver, CO $1,695. Chicago, IL ($1,582), Orlando, FL ($1,578), Oklahoma City, OK ($1,572) New Orleans, LA $1,374, Phoenix, AZ ($1,044), Atlanta, GA ($1,112), Raleigh, NC ($1,069), and Houston, TX ($1,011)

How Much Does it Cost to Move a Condo?

All My Sons Moving & Storage performed roughly 5,495 moves for individuals and families in Condos all over the nation.

The average time it took to move a Condo across all locations was about 4.76 hours.

The average total cost for Condo move across all locations was $1,374.

The most expensive city to move a Condo was Chicago, IL with an average total cost of $2,814.

The least expensive city to move a Condo was Orlando, FL with an average total cost of $1,186.

The following chart shows the average cost to move a Condo in ten major cities.

Chicago, IL $2,814 Denver, CO $1,724, Raleigh, NC ($1,589), Dallas, TX ($1,582), New Orleans, LA ($1,512) Orlando, FL ($1,186), Houston, TX ($1,205), Phoenix, AZ ($1,232), Oklahoma City, OK ($1,233), and Atlanta, GA ($1,285).

How Much Does it Cost to Move a Townhouse?

All My Sons Moving & Storage performed roughly 9,880 moves for individuals and families in Townhouses all over the nation.

The average time it took to move a Townhouse across all locations was about 4.75 hours.

The average total cost for Townhouse move across all locations was $1,396.

The most expensive city to move a Townhouse was Chicago, IL with an average total cost of $2,268.

The least expensive city to move a Townhouse was Oklahoma City, OK with an average total cost of $1,124.

The following chart shows the average cost to move a Townhouse in ten major cities.

Chicago, IL $2,268, Denver, CO $2,041. Orlando, FL ($1,592), Dallas, TX ($1,517), and Atlanta, GA ($1,516) Raleigh, NC comes in at $1,428, Phoenix, AZ ($1,199), Houston, TX ($1,313), New Orleans, LA ($1,146), and Oklahoma City, OK ($1,124).

How Much Does it Cost to Move a Two-Bedroom House?

All My Sons Moving & Storage performed roughly 1,803 moves for individuals and families in Two-Bedroom Houses all over the nation.

The average time it took to move a Two-Bedroom Houses across all locations was about 5.59 hours.

The average total cost for Two-Bedroom House move across all locations was $1,780.

The most expensive city to move a Two-Bedroom House was Chicago, IL with an average total cost of $2,516.

The least expensive city to move a Two-Bedroom House was Raleigh, NC with an average total cost of $694.

The following chart shows the average cost to move a Two-Bedroom House in ten major cities.

Chicago, IL $2,516, followed by Denver, CO at $1,877. Atlanta, GA ($1,404), Dallas, TX ($1,215), and Oklahoma City, OK ($1,107) Raleigh, NC ($694), New Orleans, LA ($819), Orlando, FL ($845), Houston, TX ($836), Phoenix, AZ ($877).

How Much Does it Cost to Move a Three-Bedroom House?

All My Sons Moving & Storage performed roughly 80,920 moves for individuals and families in Three-Bedroom Houses all over the nation.

The average time it took to move a Three-Bedroom Houses across all locations was about 4.78 hours.

The average total cost for Three-Bedroom House move across all locations was $1,529.

The most expensive city to move a Three-Bedroom House was Chicago, IL with an average total cost of $4,565.

The least expensive city to move a Three-Bedroom House was Phoenix, AZ with an average total cost of $1,358.

The following chart shows the average cost to move a Three-Bedroom House in ten major cities.

Chicago, IL $4,565 Denver, CO $2,283, Atlanta, GA ($1,769), Dallas, TX ($1,667), and Raleigh, NC ($1,645). Phoenix, AZ ($1,358), Oklahoma City, OK ($1,397), New Orleans, LA ($1,445), Houston, TX ($1,465), and Orlando, FL ($1,489).

How Do I Save Money on My Move?

Your move doesn’t have to break the bank. When you need to pinch some pennies and watch out for the hidden costs of moving, here are some steps you can take to make your dollar stretch a little further.

Watch Your Move’s Timing: A Wednesday move in the middle of January will see less expensive rates than a move on the end of month weekend in June. If you have some flexibility on when you can schedule your move, aim for off-peak times like weekdays and winters.
Find Free or Inexpensive Packing Material: You can find free moving boxes and other supplies in your community by asking around social media and your local shops. There are also items you have lying around your household that you can use as your own packing material, such as these moving-box alternatives.
Declutter, Downsize, Donate, and Dispose: The fastest and easiest way to save money on your move if to simply move less. Go through your household inventory and be selective about what you choose to take with you to your next home. Take your most critical essentials, your most beloved décor, and your most treasured sentimental collections. For all the items you choose to let go of, donate or sell what’s in good condition, and dispose of anything dysfunctional.
Pack Efficiently: If you are packing yourself, maximize the space in your moving boxes by packing well. While different items in your household will need different care, a good general rule is to always pack heavy items like books, vinyl records, and photo albums in smaller boxes while packing lighter items like bathroom towels, kitchen hot pads, and sheets in larger boxes. Fill any and all empty space in your boxes with lighter items or packing material to cut down on items shifting during transit.

Move With All My Sons Moving & Storage

When you’re looking for a moving company to help make your next relocation, consider All My Sons Moving & Storage. We’ve been in the business of helping companies and families move for over 30 years, and we remain committed to the traditional principles of honesty and transparency that we were founded on. We have teams moving local at our nationwide locations, or long-distance to bright new horizons almost anywhere in the country.

Ask us for a quote to start your next move.