How much does a mover cost in Florida?
Updated November 5, 2026 · HireAnyPro cost guide for Florida homeowners
Short answer: local move, 2–3 bedroom home typically costs $1,000–$2,500 in Florida in 2026. Prices for 6 common jobs are below. These are planning estimates, not quotes: the only way to know your price is to compare written quotes from local pros.
Movers prices in Florida (2026)
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Two movers and a truck (local) | $100–$200 per hour |
| Local move, studio or 1 bedroom | $400–$1,200 |
| Local move, 2–3 bedroom home | $1,000–$2,500 |
| In-state move (e.g. Miami to Orlando), 2–3 bedrooms | $2,000–$5,000 |
| Out-of-state move, 2–3 bedrooms | $3,000–$9,000 |
| Packing service | $300–$1,500 |
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Typical in Florida: Local move, 2–3 bedroom home $1,000–$2,500 (2026 estimate). See the Movers cost guide →
What changes the price
- Home size and amount of stuff
- Distance and stairs or elevators
- Packing and specialty items (piano, safe)
- Season: summer and month-end are busiest
Before you hire
- Get a written estimate after an in-home or video survey.
- Check FDACS registration for in-state movers.
- Be wary of very low quotes and large cash deposits.
What is different in Florida
Movers that move households within Florida must be registered with FDACS; interstate movers need a USDOT number from FMCSA. Summer heat and hurricane season can affect scheduling. See also: how to check a contractor license in Florida.
Prices by city
The same Florida ranges, with how many moving companies HireAnyPro lists in each city. Only cities with at least 3 listings are linked.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a mover cost in Florida?
It depends on the job. Local move, 2–3 bedroom home typically costs $1,000–$2,500 in Florida in 2026. Two movers and a truck (local): $100–$200 per hour. Local move, studio or 1 bedroom: $400–$1,200.
How much do movers cost in Florida?
A local move of a 2–3 bedroom home typically costs about $1,000–$2,500; two movers and a truck usually run about $100–$200 per hour.
Why do quotes vary so much?
The biggest factors are home size and amount of stuff; distance and stairs or elevators; packing and specialty items (piano, safe). Getting 3 written quotes for the same scope is the best way to see the real local price.
How do I get a free quote from moving companies near me?
Use the HireAnyPro quote form on this page or on your city page: pick your city and describe the job, and up to 3 local moving companies can reply. It is free and there is no obligation.
How we estimate: ranges are typical installed prices for Florida homes in 2026. On 2026-11-05 we checked each guide’s headline job against at least two public sources (Angi, HomeGuide, Fixr, EnergySage, and Florida contractor guides where available) and logged sources in our cost-sources file; secondary jobs use those guides or a related planning estimate. South Florida and resort areas tend to sit at the high end, North Florida and the Panhandle at the low end. Prices are not quotes and change with materials, season and storms. See Sources below.
Sources
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