Is it cheaper to move yourself?

Usually yes, especially locally — but factor in fuel, supplies, time and the risk of injury or damage.

When is the cheapest time to move?

Mid-week, mid-month and outside summer (October–April).

It's common to tip $20–$50 per mover for a local move, more for long or difficult jobs.

Four to eight weeks for long-distance moves, and earlier in summer.

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Ballpark estimate. Real quotes vary with your home, location and materials.

Moving mid-week and mid-month (and avoiding summer) can cut mover quotes by 20% or more.

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Local moves (100 miles or less): a flat local mover price by home size, or truck rental + mileage for DIY.
Long-distance: a base price by home size plus a per-mile rate.
Add packing, storage, piano or car shipping, then apply your regional multiplier.

A 2-bedroom home moving 50 miles with full-service movers, no extras:

The same home moving 1,000 miles: $2,400 base + 1,000 × $1.90 = ≈ $4,300.

Local full-service moves often cost $500–$2,500. Long-distance moves usually run $2,000–$8,000+.

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Last updated October 8, 2026. These results are friendly estimates to help you plan — always double-check before buying or making big decisions.