Local moving · New Jersey
How Much Do Local Movers Cost in New Jersey?
Local movers in New Jersey cost about $1,675–$2,300 for a 2-bedroom move at the state median of the 11 cities we model. Trenton is the cheapest (from $1,600) and Fairview the most expensive (up to $2,425).
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Local moving in New Jersey at a glance
Local movers cost by city in New Jersey
| City | 3-person crew | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | $210/hr | $1,675–$2,300 | $2,300–$4,125 | Priced metro |
| Jersey City | $210/hr | $1,675–$2,300 | $2,300–$4,125 | Priced metro |
| Paterson | $210/hr | $1,675–$2,300 | $2,300–$4,125 | Nearest metro |
| Elizabeth | $210/hr | $1,675–$2,300 | $2,300–$4,125 | Nearest metro |
| Edison | $210/hr | $1,675–$2,300 | $2,300–$4,125 | Nearest metro |
| Trenton | $200/hr | $1,600–$2,200 | $2,200–$3,850 | Nearest metro |
| Toms River | $200/hr | $1,600–$2,200 | $2,200–$3,850 | Nearest metro |
| Fairview | $220/hr | $1,750–$2,425 | $2,425–$4,275 | Nearest metro |
| Red Bank | $220/hr | $1,750–$2,425 | $2,425–$4,275 | Nearest metro |
| Browns Mills | $200/hr | $1,600–$2,200 | $2,200–$3,850 | Nearest metro |
| Waldwick | $210/hr | $1,675–$2,300 | $2,300–$4,125 | Nearest metro |
How New Jersey compares
The New Jersey median 2-bedroom local move ($1,675–$2,300) models 15.9% above our national baseline of $1,450–$1,975, where a 3-person crew bills $180/hr.
What changes the hourly bill
The bill is crew rate × hours. Hours grow with stairs, elevator waits, long carries, parking distance and furniture that must be taken apart; a second pickup stop or unpacked boxes add more. Rates rise with the local labor index, so the same job costs more in pricier metros.
New Jersey local movers: common questions
How much do movers cost in nj?
Local movers in New Jersey cost about $1,675–$2,300 for a 2-bedroom move at the state median of the 11 cities we model. Trenton is the cheapest (from $1,600) and Fairview the most expensive (up to $2,425).
Local movers New Jersey: what is the hourly rate?
A 3-person crew models at $200–$220 per hour across New Jersey, against $180 at our 1.00 national baseline.
Is New Jersey more expensive than average for local moves?
The New Jersey median 2-bedroom move is 15.9% above the national baseline of $1,450–$1,975.
Cost of movers in New Jersey: what does a 3-bedroom cost?
A 3-bedroom local move models at $2,300–$4,125 in Newark, $2,300–$4,125 in Jersey City, $2,300–$4,125 in Paterson.
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How these numbers are made
Each row uses our hourly model (crew × base rate × labor index × billable hours) with that city's labor index. See how we price cities outside our core metros.
Moving Cost Editorial Team · Pricing model pricing-v1.0 · Estimates last recalculated