San Diego, CA Moving Costs 2026
San Diego local moving costs run above the national average, high labor costs, military-base COI requirements, and coastal parking logistics all add crew hours.
Typical local move, 2-bedroom home
$975–$1,425
2-mover crew
$136/hr
3-mover crew
$205/hr
4-mover crew
$273/hr
Truck included · how we calculate
San Diego hourly moving rates
| Crew size | Rate / hour | Typical for |
|---|---|---|
| 2 movers | $136 | Studio – 1BR |
| 3 movers | $205 | 2BR – 3BR |
| 4 movers | $273 | 4BR+ |
Local move cost by home size
| Home size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $350 | $450 | $550 |
| 1 Bedroom | $500 | $600 | $750 |
| 2 Bedroom | $975 | $1,175 | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,325 | $1,625 | $1,975 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,125 | $2,575 | $3,175 |
| 5+ Bedroom | $2,575 | $3,175 | $3,850 |
May–September peaks hard with military and university cycles; winter weekdays are the value window.
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San Diego moving cost FAQ
In 2026, San Diego movers charge about $136/hour for a 2-mover crew, $205/hour for 3 movers, and $273/hour for 4, truck included.
Typical San Diego local moves run $350–$550 for a studio up to $2,575–$3,850 for a large house.
May–September peaks hard with military and university cycles; winter weekdays are the value window.
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