($582+) Washington DC, MD to Milwaukee, WI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Washington DC, MD to Milwaukee, WI

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 799-mile move from Washington DC, Maryland, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with costs ranging from $1,788 - $8,532. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $377 - $2,516. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Washington DC and Milwaukee. Local movers in Washington DC typically start around $180 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Washington DC to Milwaukee:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,788 - $4,316
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,372 - $5,745
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,935 - $8,532

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Washington DC to Milwaukee.

Specialty moving services from Washington DC, MD to Milwaukee, WI

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Washington DC movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Milwaukee, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Washington DC to Milwaukee?

All three below meet the standards set by the Wisconsin Movers Association, the group most Wisconsin movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Washington DC, MD to Milwaukee, WI

Moving containers from Washington DC, Maryland, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, cost between $1,084 and $3,792. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Washington DC typically costs about $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Washington DC to Milwaukee:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,084 - $2,138
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,407 - $2,711
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,946 - $3,792

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Washington DC, MD and Milwaukee, WI. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $881 in Washington DC, MD, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $94 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $189 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Washington DC to Milwaukee?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Washington DC, MD to Milwaukee, WI

Truck rentals from Washington DC, Maryland, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, range from $559 - $1,532 for the 799-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $320 - $366
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $25
• Washington DC daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Washington DC to Milwaukee based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $559 - $1,108
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $598 - $1,328
• 4+ bedrooms: $819 - $1,532

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Washington DC, Maryland, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $881.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $320 - $366 for the 799-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $75 and $409, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $189 per night for hotel stops on the 799-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $377 - $566.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Washington DC to Milwaukee?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Washington DC, MD to Milwaukee, WI

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Washington DC, Maryland, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,161 and $2,282.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Washington DC to Milwaukee:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,036 - $1,796
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,161 - $2,282
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,603 - $2,886

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $94 and $189.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Washington DC, Maryland, for roughly five hours typically average $881.

What are the best freight companies from Washington DC to Milwaukee?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
3. Terminal Transportation Services (4.7/5 stars): Terminal Transportation Services is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Washington DC, MD vs Milwaukee, WI

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Milwaukee, side by side with Washington DC on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.