Kennewick, WA → Palmdale, CA · Long-distance move
About 949 road miles heading south. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,400–$8,030, delivery in 2–5 days, 137 carriers on the Kennewick side and 129 in Palmdale.
Moving from Kennewick to Palmdale is a long-distance move of roughly 949 road miles, heading south from Washington to California.
At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $5,400 to $8,030 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 2 to 5 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 17 h 4 min.
On the Kennewick side there are 137 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (91 of them authorized for interstate work), and 129 around Palmdale (66 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Palmdale.
Kennewick has a population of about 88,000 and Palmdale about 161,845. Kennewick is considerably denser (2,944 people per square mile versus 1,597), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. California is a higher-cost state than Washington, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses. Note that California does collect a state income tax, unlike Washington, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,160 | $2,630 | $3,210 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,240 | $3,950 | $4,820 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $5,400 | $6,580 | $8,030 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $8,630 | $10,530 | $12,840 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $11,870 | $14,480 | $17,660 |
$1,420–$2,010
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,870–$2,750
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$5,400–$8,030
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Kennewick, WA → Palmdale, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,160 to $3,210 for a studio, $3,240 to $4,820 for a one-bedroom, $5,400 to $8,030 for a two-bedroom, $8,630 to $12,840 for a three-bedroom and $11,870 to $17,660 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 949 road miles (804 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 17 h 4 min.
Expect a delivery window of 2 to 5 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.
Yes. Crossing from Washington into California makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,420 to $2,010 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,870 to $2,750. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.
Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Kennewick–Palmdale corridor.