Moving a mobile home costs $3,000 to $25,000 in 2026
LocalMovers.com data from hundreds of moves puts transport for a single wide at $3,000 to $8,000 under 50 miles and $8,000 to $15,000 past 200 miles. A double wide runs $7,000 to $25,000 or more, and a triple wide $20,000 to $35,000 or more. Full setup adds $3,000 to $15,000.
Transport cost by home and distance (March 2026)
| Single wide, under 50 miles | $3,000 to $8,000. |
|---|---|
| Single wide, 50 to 200 miles | $5,000 to $12,000. |
| Single wide, 200+ miles | $8,000 to $15,000. |
| Double wide, under 50 miles | $7,000 to $13,000. |
| Double wide, 50 to 200 miles | $10,000 to $18,000. |
| Double wide, 200+ miles | $14,000 to $25,000 or more. |
| Triple wide | $20,000 to $35,000 or more. |
| Full setup on top | $3,000 to $8,000 single, $5,000 to $15,000 double. |
What pushes a quote up
| Home size | Double wides are split in two and moved on two trucks. |
|---|---|
| Distance | About $4 to $7 per mile for the toter truck. |
| Escorts | $1.50 to $3.50 per mile per escort vehicle. |
| Permits | $100 to $2,000 or more, in every state on the route. |
| Setup and site prep | Leveling, tie downs, utilities, skirting. |
Mobile home moving cost by region
| Lower cost states | $2,400 to $14,400. Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, West Virginia and most rural areas. |
|---|---|
| Average cost states | $3,000 to $18,000. Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and most mid size cities. |
| Higher cost states | $3,900 to $23,400. California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington, plus big metros such as Chicago, Denver and Washington DC. |
These rows are our estimate. We took the typical national range and adjusted it for local labor costs, which run about 20 percent lower in the cheapest states and about 30 percent higher in the dearest ones. Northeast and West Coast moves can cost 30 to 50 percent more because of stricter rules and terrain.
Check these before you book
LocalMovers.com lists three things that stop moves cold. First, taxes: most counties will not issue a moving permit until property taxes are paid in full. Second, age: homes built before June 15, 1976, when the HUD Code took effect, are restricted or banned from moving in many states. Third, wind zones: a Wind Zone I home cannot legally be set up in a Wind Zone III coastal area. Check the HUD data plate inside the home.
Your homeowners policy usually does not cover the home while it is on the road. Transit insurance runs about $300 to $1,000 or more. Take dated photos of every room before the move.
Move or sell
For long moves of older homes, the same guide suggests comparing the full moving cost with selling and buying at the destination. If moving costs more than half the home's value, buying there is often smarter.
Why this costs more in 2026
There are fewer specialized toter trucks and drivers this year, so book 8 to 12 weeks ahead.
The short version is oil. Diesel passed $6 a gallon on the AAA national average for the first time on September 11, 2026. A year earlier it was about $3.70 (CBS 8 reporting AAA). That lands in trip charges, deliveries and anything made from petroleum. In March 2026, construction input prices were up 4.8 percent on the year, the biggest annual gain since January 2023, according to Associated Builders and Contractors, and the Associated General Contractors measured a 37.8 percent one month jump in diesel, the largest since 1990 (Roofing Contractor, April 2026). Quotes are being held open for shorter periods this year, so ask for the expiry date in writing.
How to judge the quote in your hand
- Ask for a USDOT number and check it.
- Ask if they own the trucks or are a broker.
- Get an itemized written quote.
- Ask which permits they handle.
- Ask about transit insurance.
Ways to pay less
- Move in late fall or winter.
- Do the prep: skirting, steps, clearing the path.
- Get three quotes.
- Compare with selling and buying for long moves.
What will this cost me?
Pick the job, your state's cost level and the last detail. The estimate updates as you change them.
An estimate built from published 2026 cost guides. It is not a quote. Get a written quote before work starts.
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How much does it cost to move a mobile home?
About $3,000 to $8,000 for a local single wide and $7,000 to $25,000 for a double wide.
How much does it cost per mile?
About $4 to $7 per mile for the truck, plus escorts.
Can you move a mobile home built before 1976?
It depends on the state. Many restrict or ban it.
Does insurance cover a mobile home move?
Usually not. Buy transit insurance for the trip.
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