NEW ORLEANS · MOVING COST

New Orleans Moving Cost Calculator

Estimate what your move in or out of New Orleans should cost — sized to your actual home and localized to Louisiana rates — then compare 22 movers with a Trust Score.

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NEW ORLEANS COST

How much does it cost to move in New Orleans?

Moving costs in New Orleans sit below the national average. A local move for a typical two- to three-bedroom home runs $700 – $1,700 full-service, or $450 – $1,150 with a moving container; a studio or one-bedroom is closer to $350 – $500. Local crews here bill roughly $95 – $190 per hour for a two- to three-mover team. A long-distance move out of New Orleans (around a thousand miles) for the same household clusters near $2,850 – $4,400. The numbers below are localized to New Orleans, then the calculator sizes your actual inventory so you get a figure for your move, not a national average.

Local move · studio / 1-bedroomfull-service
$350 – $500
Local move · 2–3 bedroomfull-service
$700 – $1,700
Local move · 4+ bedroomfull-service
$1,250 – $2,950
2–3 bedroom · moving containeryou load, they drive
$450 – $1,150
2–3 bedroom · DIY truck rental
$300 – $700
Long-distance move from New Orleans~1,000 mi, 2–3 bedroom
$2,850 – $4,400
Local crew rate2–3 movers + truck
$95 – $190 / hr

Ranges are planning estimates, not binding quotes — localized to New Orleans from 2026 industry baselines and adjusted for local labor and cost of living. Use the calculator above to size your actual inventory.

BEST TIME TO MOVE

When is the cheapest time to move in New Orleans?

The cheapest time to move in New Orleans is October through April. Peak season runs May through September, when demand pushes rates up 15–25%, and month-end and weekend dates are the busiest and priciest slots in any month. A mid-month weekday off-season is the single biggest lever on a New Orleans moving bill after decluttering.

WHAT DRIVES THE PRICE

What affects moving costs in New Orleans?

01

How much you own

Local New Orleans moves are billed by the hour, so volume is the cost. Two same-size homes can differ 50% in cubic feet. Decluttering before you pack is the cheapest way to cut the bill.

02

Access at both ends

New Orleans moves are usually access-friendly — driveways, garages, and modest walk-ups keep the crew moving — so the main cost driver is simply how much you own and how ready you are on move day. Stairs, long carries, and elevator buildings add hours where they come up.

03

Move date and season

Peak season (May through September) adds 15–25% in New Orleans. Month-end and summer weekends fill first and cost most; a mid-month weekday in October through April is the cheapest window.

04

Distance and service tier

A local New Orleans move, a long-distance haul, and a DIY truck rental can differ two to three times for the same household. Full-service costs the most and takes the least effort; a container splits the difference; DIY is cheapest if you'll do the lifting.

DIRECTORY

Top-rated moving companies in New Orleans

22 New Orleans moving companies, each with a Trust Score built from verified customer signals. Get a written quote and check it against your estimate above.

All New Orleans movers
Lee Moving & Storage, Inc. logo

Lee Moving & Storage, Inc.

New Orleans, Louisiana

95Trust4.9· 210
  • Local
  • International
  • Commercial
Movers and Helpers logo

Movers and Helpers

New Orleans, Louisiana

92Trust5.0· 125
  • Local
  • Storage
Atmosphere Movers logo

Atmosphere Movers

Mandeville, Louisiana

91Trust4.7· 123
  • Local
  • Long-distance
  • Packing
S and S Moving logo

S and S Moving

New Orleans, Louisiana

89Trust4.8· 114
  • Local
  • Long-distance
  • Packing
All My Sons Moving & Storage logo

All My Sons Moving & Storage

New Orleans, Louisiana

88Trust4.7· 3,112
  • Local
  • Long-distance
  • Storage
Move Precision logo

Move Precision

New Orleans, Louisiana

86Trust4.5· 41
  • Local
  • Long-distance
  • Packing

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FREQUENTLY ASKED

New Orleans moving cost FAQ

How much does it cost to move in New Orleans?+

A local move in New Orleans typically runs $700 – $1,700 full-service for a two- to three-bedroom home, $450 – $1,150 with a moving container, and less for a studio or one-bedroom (around $350 – $500). Your exact cost depends on how much you own, access at both ends, and the date.

How much do movers charge per hour in New Orleans?+

Local movers in New Orleans bill roughly $95 – $190 per hour for a two- to three-mover crew plus a truck fee. The total depends on how many hours the move takes, which is driven by volume, stairs, and how packed you are when they arrive.

When is the cheapest time to move in New Orleans?+

October through April is cheapest, since peak season (May through September) adds 15–25%. Within any month, a mid-month weekday beats a month-end weekend, when demand and prices spike.

How many moving companies are in New Orleans?+

We currently track 22 moving companies serving New Orleans, Louisiana, each with a Trust Score built from verified customer signals. Compare them below and check a written quote against the estimate from the calculator.

Is a moving container cheaper than movers in New Orleans?+

Usually, yes. A container move in New Orleans ($450 – $1,150 for a two- to three-bedroom home) typically runs less than full-service ($700 – $1,700) because you supply the loading labor. You trade money for effort.

How much does a long-distance move from New Orleans cost?+

A long-distance move out of New Orleans — roughly a thousand miles — runs about $2,850 – $4,400 full-service for a two- to three-bedroom household, less with a container or DIY truck. Cost scales with both your volume and the exact distance.