Your planning guide for a long-distance move out of Washington, DC: cost, top destinations and delivery timing.

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About 53,452 people moved from Washington, DC to another state in 2024, according to Census estimates. The most common destination was Maryland (about 16,780 people), followed by Virginia and New York. The table below shows road miles and planning prices for the busiest routes, measured from Washington.

Migration source: U.S. Census Bureau, State-to-State Migration Flows, 2024 American Community Survey 1-year estimates (people age 1 and over).

Top routes from Washington, DC

Route2024 moversRoad miles1BR2BR3BR4BR
Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD16,78039$1,650–$2,300$2,450–$3,400$3,400–$4,700$4,300–$6,000
Washington, DC to Arlington, VA9,9534$1,650–$2,300$2,450–$3,400$3,400–$4,700$4,300–$6,000
Washington, DC to New York City, NY4,795226$1,800–$2,500$2,850–$4,000$3,950–$5,500$5,050–$7,050
Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA2,360136$1,650–$2,300$2,550–$3,500$3,500–$4,900$4,500–$6,200
Washington, DC to Dallas, TXn/a1,329$3,400–$4,750$5,500–$7,600$7,600–$10,550$9,700–$13,450
Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA2,1282,672$4,500–$6,250$7,200–$10,050$10,000–$13,900$12,750–$17,700
Washington, DC to Charlotte, NCn/a397$2,150–$3,000$3,500–$4,850$4,800–$6,700$6,150–$8,550
Washington, DC to Orlando, FL1,878850$2,850–$3,950$4,550–$6,300$6,300–$8,750$8,000–$11,150

Planning range, final price after free inventory review. Road miles are OSRM driving distances between the main metros. Packing, stairs, shuttle trucks, storage and specialty items are extra.

From the DC area to these cities

Licensed interstate mover

Next Generation Movers, Rockville, MD. USDOT 3764697 · MC 1341637. Check any mover on FMCSA Protect Your Move.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Washington, DC to Maryland?

For Washington to Baltimore (about 39 road miles) our planning range is $2,450–$3,400 for a 2-bedroom home. The final price is set after a free inventory review.

How long will my delivery take?

On that route, plan for roughly 1–3 days after pickup. Shorter routes are faster; your written estimate states the exact window.

Is Next Generation Movers licensed for interstate moves?

Yes. USDOT 3764697, MC 1341637, registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

How do I get a quote?

Call our voice line at (240) 905-4429 for an instant quote, 24/7, call the office at (240) 422-2243, or request an estimate online.

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