Moving Real Talk: How Much Does It Cost To Out of State

Let iMoving give you the real talk behind those binding quotes. Many factors such as size of the move, furniture assembly, boxes included and km traveled will affect costs.

Get a general understanding of all costs below.

Moving out-of-state prices can vary widely depending on many factors, including the distance of the move from point A to point B, the number and weight of all your belongings, the services you require such as disassembly and reassembly of items, and the time of year. Here are some general estimates and things to consider when trying to figure it all out.

What moving companies base quotes on:

There are many factors that will affect the pricing of your out-of-state move. Here we will break it down factor by factor so you can understand where you could potentially cut corners.

1. Moving Distance: The farther you move regardless of state lines, the more expensive it tends to be. Crossing from Kansas City MO to KC, KS which is around 15 km even though it is a multi-state move will cost much less than moving within Missouri for example. It’s all about the km traveled. On average, moving out of state usually will cost anywhere from $1,000 to $5,000+, depending on the distance and your needs and circumstances.
2. Size: The amount of belongings you have will impact the costs. Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment of a minimalist will cost less than moving a three-bedroom house with lots of furniture and items. A 3-bedroom average apartment usually costs around $3000-$6000 USD.
3. Timing: Peak moving season (summer months and weekends) tends to be more expensive due to the basic laws of demand. Moving during off-peak times or weekdays will be your key way to save. If you need to book a weekend move during the summer, expect to pay almost double the mid-week winter move price.
4. Moving Services: Here it’s all about choices and how lazy you can afford to be.Whether you choose a full-service moving company (which does the packing, loading, transportation, unloading, and unpacking- basically all the hard work) or a self-service option (where you pack and unpack it all yourself). Full-service moves are more expensive but offer convenience and the time you need and can stay at work. Sometimes the benefits outweigh the costs involved so consider all factors before declining this option. Think about any specialty items as well when moving that you may want to leave to the pros. 
5. Insurance: Basic coverage is included with all iMoving vendors, but if you want additional insurance coverage or lower premiums if things go south, then you need to add this to figure out your actual costs.
6. Extra Travel Fees: Some moving companies charge extra travel fees based on the distance traveled to and from your home for long-distance moves. This is to cover the mover’s overnight accommodation, food and basics when needed. Make sure this is included in your binding quote.

Come on, you prefer to save an extra $5 for that marg in Mexico rather than pay that for an extra carton, right? So bear with me and follow these tips to cut costs and clutter. 

• Declutter: Yes, just throw it away or donate it! Get rid of items you no longer need to reduce the price of your move, it is that simple. Less stuff = less cost.
• Compare Quotes: Get estimates from multiple moving companies to find the best price and services that fit what you want. iMoving makes this simple by providing multiple binding quotes.
• Plan Ahead: Booking your move early on during off peak times will help you save hundreds of dollars for alcohol on the beach.
• DIY Options: If you have the time and ability, renting a moving truck or PODS and doing the driving yourself will save you money on moving manpower. You may owe your friends a Mexican vacation though with the work they will need to do for you.

Let’s wrap up by saying that an out-of-state move really does vary in costs depending on all the factors discussed above. The basic concept of fewer things, and fewer problems applies here. Get rid of as much as you can ahead of time and book an off-peak moving date to save as much as possible.

Have a few thousand dollars saved up depending on the km needed and the maximum whatever you save can be put towards your Mexican dream vacation. Sombreros off to you and best of luck from all of us at iMoving.