Your planning guide for a long-distance move to New York: cost, where new residents come from and delivery timing.

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About 284,868 people moved to New York from another state in 2024, according to Census estimates. The largest group came from New Jersey (about 36,002 people), followed by California and Florida. The table below shows road miles and planning prices for the busiest routes, measured to New York City.

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 into New York

Route2024 moversRoad miles1BR2BR3BR4BR
Newark, NJ to New York City, NY36,00211$1,650–$2,300$2,450–$3,400$3,400–$4,700$4,300–$6,000
Los Angeles, CA to New York City, NY31,3672,794$4,500–$6,250$7,250–$10,050$10,050–$13,950$12,800–$17,750
Orlando, FL to New York City, NY28,0801,075$3,100–$4,300$4,950–$6,900$6,900–$9,600$8,850–$12,250
Philadelphia, PA to New York City, NY23,15294$1,650–$2,300$2,450–$3,400$3,400–$4,700$4,300–$6,000
Boston, MA to New York City, NY17,862214$1,750–$2,450$2,800–$3,950$3,900–$5,450$5,000–$6,950
Dallas, TX to New York City, NY16,3241,549$3,650–$5,100$5,900–$8,200$8,150–$11,300$10,400–$14,400
Hartford, CT to New York City, NY15,160114$1,650–$2,300$2,450–$3,400$3,400–$4,750$4,350–$6,050
Arlington, VA to New York City, NY10,310232$1,800–$2,500$2,850–$4,050$4,000–$5,550$5,100–$7,100

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 New York

Route guides

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 New Jersey to New York?

For Newark to New York City (about 11 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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