Local Moving

Local moves are usually billed hourly with a 2-4 hour minimum. The number of movers and trucks, plus your access (stairs, long carries, elevator reservations), shapes the final number far more than the advertised hourly rate.

Average Cost: $100 - $200 / hr; studio $400-$700; 2-BR $800-$1,800

Typical Costs

Hourly rates run $100-$200 per hour for 2 movers + a truck. Studio apartments typically come in at $400-$700, 2-bedroom homes $800-$1,800, and 4-bedroom homes $2,500-$5,500. Peak weekends, end-of-month, and summer book out fast and cost more.

What a Binding or Not-to-Exceed Quote Means

A binding estimate locks the price regardless of weight. A binding not-to-exceed means you pay the lower of the estimate or the actual weight-based cost. Non-binding quotes can go up to 110% under FMCSA rules. Ask which type you are getting in writing.

What Drives the Real Price

Stairs, long walks from truck to door, elevator reservations, parking permits, heavy or specialty items (piano, safe, gun safe), and packing materials are the main add-ons. Get an in-home or video walkthrough before booking - it is the single biggest predictor of an accurate quote.