Moving Cost Calculator / Los Angeles to Portland
Cost of Moving from Los Angeles to Portland
A typical 2-bedroom move from Los Angeles to Portland (about 950 miles) runs $2,300 – $3,400 with a professional full-service mover. Estimates are calibrated against BLS Consumer Price Index data, HUD Fair Market Rents, and Census migration flows — they are pricing models, not quotes.
31,500 people moved from California to Oregon in 2024 (Census ACS).
Cost by home size
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,100 – $1,600 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,600 – $2,400 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,300 – $3,400 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,200 – $4,700 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,200 – $6,100 |
| House | $3,700 – $5,500 |
Timing matters
Moving in peak season (May–August) costs roughly 28% more than the annual average — a July move for a 2-bedroom runs about $3,000 – $4,400, while the same move in December drops to about $1,800 – $2,700. If your dates are flexible, aim for late fall or winter.
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